Phillip Preston
Akron,NY
Summary
Experienced with developing comprehensive communication strategies to effectively convey key messages to diverse audiences. Utilizes media relations and content creation to enhance brand presence and engagement. Track record of fostering collaborative team environments and achieving measurable results in dynamic settings. Strong graphic design background.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Specialist
SEVEN DANCERS COALITION
Akwesasne Mohawk Territory
06.2018 - Current
- Skills acquired: Social Media, Public Relations, Marketing, Editing, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Media Relations, Writing, Facebook
- Social media, website updates, graphic design, tech support, media creation, presentations, grant writing, teaching
Owner/Operator
Mohawk Printing
Akwesasne Mohawk Territory
06.2000 - Current
- All daily operations of busy printing and embroidery business
- In-House printing, embroidery, sign making, and graphic design
- All administrative needs associated with running a business
- Created original or hybrid original/customer provided artwork for printed and embroidered items In-House.
- Created original artwork and temporary-contracted local native artist for private line of printed and embroidered items or artwork for retail sale as well as wholesale.
Resident Aid / (Counselor-In-Training Occasional Duties) (Cultural Instructor)
INDIAN HEALTH SERVICES – PARTRIDGE HOUSE
Akwesasne Mohawk Territory
10.2016 - 06.2018
- Indian Health Services – Partridge House
Tutor
AKWESASNE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB – AKWESASNE MOHAWK TERRITORY
Akwesasne Mohawk Territory
11.2013 - 07.2014
- Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club – Akwesasne Mohawk Territory
Teacher, Grade 7,8,9 Transition
AHKWESAHSNE FREEDOM SCHOOL – AKWESASNE MOHAWK TERRITORY
Akwesasne Mohawk Territory
10.2005 - 07.2008
Transitioned students from full Mohawk language immersion in Pre-K through Grade 5 into English instruction for proficiency to excel in English language High School
Teacher Assistant, Grade 7, 8, 9 Transition
AHKWESAHSNE FREEDOM SCHOOL – AKWESASNE MOHAWK TERRITORY
Akwesasne Mohawk Territory
08.2001 - 08.2002
Transitioned students, alongside head teacher, from full Mohawk language immersion in Pre-K through Grade 5 into English instruction for proficiency to excel in English language High School
Substitute Teacher, Grades 5-8
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK JR. HIGH SCHOOL – RAVENA, NY
RAVENA, NY
03.1996 - 12.1997
Teacher Aide, Long Term Substitute, Grade 7-8
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK JR. HIGH SCHOOL – RAVENA, NY
RAVENA, NY
01.1995 - 01.1996
- Teacher Aide, Long Term Substitute, Grade 7-8 1995 – 1996 for Learning Disabled students in an Inclusive/Mainstream Environment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History, Concentration in World History, Bilingual Spanish
STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK At ALBANY (incomplete)
ALBANY, NY01-2000
Associates - Individual Studies
RUSSELL SAGE JR. COLLEGE OF ALBANY
ALBANY, NY01-1999
Skills
- Leadership, Survival Training, Cooperative Learning, Group Counseling, World History, Horticulture, Interpersonal Relationship, Carpentry, Essay Writing, Landscaping, Gardening, Softball, Lacrosse, Guitar, Singing, Agriculture, Grading, Grant Management, Organizational Skills, Bilingual, Counseling, Addictions Counseling, Graphic Design
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Communications Specialist
SEVEN DANCERS COALITION
06.2018 - Current
Resident Aid / (Counselor-In-Training Occasional Duties) (Cultural Instructor)
INDIAN HEALTH SERVICES – PARTRIDGE HOUSE
10.2016 - 06.2018
Tutor
AKWESASNE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB – AKWESASNE MOHAWK TERRITORY
11.2013 - 07.2014
Teacher, Grade 7,8,9 Transition
AHKWESAHSNE FREEDOM SCHOOL – AKWESASNE MOHAWK TERRITORY
10.2005 - 07.2008
Teacher Assistant, Grade 7, 8, 9 Transition
AHKWESAHSNE FREEDOM SCHOOL – AKWESASNE MOHAWK TERRITORY
08.2001 - 08.2002
Owner/Operator
Mohawk Printing
06.2000 - Current
Substitute Teacher, Grades 5-8
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK JR. HIGH SCHOOL – RAVENA, NY
03.1996 - 12.1997
Teacher Aide, Long Term Substitute, Grade 7-8
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK JR. HIGH SCHOOL – RAVENA, NY
01.1995 - 01.1996
Associates - Individual Studies
RUSSELL SAGE JR. COLLEGE OF ALBANY
Bachelor of Arts - History, Concentration in World History, Bilingual Spanish
STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK At ALBANY (incomplete)