NATHAN TOHTSONI
Kirtland,NEW MEXICO
Summary
Proven communicator with nearly two decades of experience, adept at enhancing educational outcomes and community relations, notably with Navajo Transitional Energy Company. Excelled in coordinating events and managing comprehensive news coverage, blending problem-solving skills with proficiency in policy adherence and event scheduling. Demonstrated commitment to excellence by consistently exceeding deadlines and fostering team collaboration.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Coordinator
Navajo Transitional Energy Company
03.2017 - Current
- Developed community education programming events and other activities designed to increase and improve educational outcomes.
- Liaised between faculty, staff and administrators to coordinate educational program delivery.
- Maintained compliance with local, state, federal policies regarding education coordination through diligent record-keeping practices.
- Attended professional educational and developmental meetings to support accreditation and grant writing.
Reporter/Photographer
Gallup Independent
10.2016 - 03.2017
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
- Collaborated with other journalists and departments to produce well-rounded and comprehensive news coverage.
- Developed expertise in covering various beats, demonstrating versatility and adaptability as a reporter.
- Exceeded deadlines consistently, producing accurate and well-written news stories under tight time constraints.
Communications Representative
Arizona Public Service Co
04.2002 - 03.2016
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
- Coordinated public relations efforts for successful product launches and events.
- Spearheaded employee engagement initiatives through creative events and programs that fostered collaboration and camaraderie.
- Delivered project management and administrative support to PR and communications team.
Reporter/Photographer
Navajo Times
07.2000 - 03.2002
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
- Collaborated with other journalists and departments to produce well-rounded and comprehensive news coverage.
- Developed expertise in covering various beats, demonstrating versatility and adaptability as a reporter.
- Exceeded deadlines consistently, producing accurate and well-written news stories under tight time constraints.
- Participated in community events as a representative of the publication, fostering positive relationships between the news outlet and its audience members.
Reporter
The Daily Times
03.1999 - 07.2000
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
- Collaborated with other journalists and departments to produce well-rounded and comprehensive news coverage.
- Developed expertise in covering various beats, demonstrating versatility and adaptability as a reporter.
- Exceeded deadlines consistently, producing accurate and well-written news stories under tight time constraints.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05.1997
Skills
Actively maintained office policies and procedures, including annual safety training
Adhered to strict policy on maintaining personal employee travel itinerary and record keeping
Arranged and coordinated company meetings, including proficiency with TEAMS
Procured office equipment, including adhering to strict company policy on procurement card purchase procedure and record keeping
Oriented new hires to the company policies, procedures and safety culture
Experience in scheduling and managing internal company events, including interior and exterior projects
Nearly twenty years of problem-solving skills in the fields of office culture, community relations and communications
Softball, coaching, biking, running, traveling
I enjoying playing softball and coaching. I have coached a recreational co-ed team, men's team, women's team and Special Olympics team. I enjoy riding my bike and running. I have run half marathons and 5K races. I enjoy traveling and seen more than half of the country and nine foreign countries.
Timeline
Education Coordinator
Navajo Transitional Energy Company
03.2017 - Current
Reporter/Photographer
Gallup Independent
10.2016 - 03.2017
Communications Representative
Arizona Public Service Co
04.2002 - 03.2016
Reporter/Photographer
Navajo Times
07.2000 - 03.2002
Reporter
The Daily Times
03.1999 - 07.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
University of Kansas
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