Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Timeline

Nichole Gonyea

Rhino Staging & Event Solutions
Springfield,Kentucky
12
years of professional experience

Skilled Grant Writer experienced in writing grant proposals for diverse areas. Knowledgeable about the requirements of corporations, government programs, foundations and trusts. Looking for a long-term position focused on supporting [Description] funding needs. Accomplished in increasing and diversifying organizational funding sources. Exceptional writer and proofreader with perfect grammar and in-depth understanding of non-profit needs. Offering [Number] years of related experience. Effective at obtaining grants for [Type] organizations. Familiar with program design and planning, budget drafting and evaluation strategies.

Work History

Stage Technician

3 Years 2 Months
Rhino Staging & Event Solutions | Denver, CO | 02.2009 - 04.2012
  • Produced ad hoc reports and documents for senior team members.
  • Validated schematic designs working alongside hardware engineers.
  • Assisted the production designers in selecting props and displayed them appropriately on stage for each performance. 
  • Raised and lowered suspended scenery and operated various mechanical components during performances.
  • Ensured that all theatrical equipment was fully functioning and made minor repairs to stages, lights and sets. 
  • Operated the fly system during scene changes for the main production.
  • Provided post-show clean-up and preparation for the next evening’s performance.  
  • Coordinated with and supervised vendor studios.
  • post-production.
  • Created shot lists, booked talent and locations and prepared the location and set for shooting.
  • Edited  spots each week using Adobe Premiere Pro.
  • Aired popular weekly station contests that reached more than 1000 listeners.
  • Handled all field audio mixing for 45 productions per week.
  • Coordinated with the talent relations department to facilitate execution and payment of talent contracts.
  • Operated [Camera Type] cameras during shooting.
  • Operated a 5D or smaller camera for behind-the-scenes shoots.
  • Supervised the post-production process, including editing, dubbing and color correction.
  • Introduced shows on the air and announced station breaks, commercials and public service information.
  • Supervised [Number] staff, including offering feedback and enforcing deadlines.
  • Produced entertainment and lifestyle news reports, music videos and commercials.
  • Managed all music clearances and cue sheets in Cue Master.

Pyrotechnic Understudy

2 Years
Proximate Pyrotechnics | Denver, CO | 07.2006 - 07.2008

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  • Validated schematic designs working alongside hardware engineers.

Grant Writer

2 Years 7 Months
Virtual Grants Associate | Denver, CO | 04.2004 - 11.2006
  • Wrote, reviewed and edited proposals for grants, gifts and contracts.
  • Researched appropriate funding sources such as government programs and private foundations.
  • Followed organizational guidelines and good grammar rules to present the non-profit in the optimal light.
  • Collected information on existing programs to demonstrate a cohesive and sustainable organization to funders.
  • Wrote grant requests and proposals for areas such as school computer funding, youth sports leagues and 
  • Maintained a highly intensive schedule of visiting with potential donors and delivering compelling presentations and comprehensive fundraising proposals.
  • Drafted timetables and work programs.
  • Created promotional materials and provided insightful information to social media, websites and print media to educate the public.
  • Publicized community services to maintain positive public relations with community members.
  • Created fundraising strategies tied to battling bobs dead ringers boxing club’s mission, programs, and goals.
  • Prepared weekly written and oral reports about community service programs.
  • Gathered information and filed reports to resolve complaints.
  • Recruited new members through attendance at community events, promotional materials, and other methods.
  • Updated and maintained the membership database on a consistent basis.
  • Worked with leadership staff and special committees to define volunteer mission and set standards.
  • Conducted competency-based, interactive interviews to identify client needs.

Personal Care Provider

4 Years 6 Months
Havre Day Activity Center Inc. | Havre, MT | 05.2000 - 11.2004
  • Delivered in-home care to disabled children and adults.
  • Skillfully managed facility operations as a functioning CEO for a multi-million dollar healthcare company.
  • Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
  • Chronic patient care in med-surg unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medication to wound care to monitoring for 10 patients per shift.
  • Facilitated an on-going assessment of patient/family needs and implementation of interdisciplinary team care plan.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.
  • Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
  • Led clinical team in delivering care services that promoted optimal resident health.
  • Educated staff on state and federal statutes, rules and regulations governing home care services.
  • Organized medication and provided reminders according to schedule.
  • Planned and cooked nutritious meals to meet specific dietary needs.
  • Promoted social, emotional and physical health through diverse activities.
  • Kept individuals safe by removing hazards and correcting problems.
  • Adapted environments to meet changing physical and mental conditions.
  • Developed and implemented improvements to billing system to maximize efficiency, reduce delinquency and increase accuracy.
  • Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
  • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
  • Evaluated students’ competencies through written assignments and examinations.
  • Monitored students for signs of trauma, abuse and neglect.
  • Facilitated timely check-in by greeting visitors and establishing the purpose of their visit.
  • Developed Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and Positive Behavioral Intervention Plans (PBIP).

Education

High School Diploma

Havre HighSchool | Havre, MT | 2000

Associate of Arts - Computer Science

University Of Great Falls | Great Falls, MT | 2007

Skills

Proposal development
Domestic violence prevention
Mental health treatment programming
Superb writer
Relationship building
Computer-savvy
Education
Team player
Strategic thinker
Grant writing
Social media

Accomplishments

  • Helped students achieve [Number]+ on [Test].
  • Increased student’s grade average by [Number]%.
  • Technology Integration
    Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom. 
  • Student Motivation
    Developed materials for after-school book club to motivate student to read classic novels and increase literacy among middle school students.
  • Interactive Learning
    Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
  • Student Mentor
    Volunteered as temporary student guidance counselor to help resolve student personal issues.
  • Curriculum Design
    Designed, developed and implemented daily lessons for 90 students.
  • Held first-point-of-contact for all internal and external communications with executive-level officers.
  • Assisted management with the training of [Number] new staff members.

Affiliations

  • Member of [Professional Organization]

Timeline

Stage Technician

Rhino Staging & Event Solutions
02.2009 - 04.2012Read More

Pyrotechnic Understudy

Proximate Pyrotechnics
07.2006 - 07.2008Read More

Grant Writer

Virtual Grants Associate
04.2004 - 11.2006Read More

Personal Care Provider

Havre Day Activity Center Inc.
05.2000 - 11.2004Read More

University Of Great Falls

Associate of Arts from Computer Science
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Havre HighSchool

High School Diploma
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Nichole Gonyea