Rachel Gonzalez
Foley,AL
Summary
Responsible and motivated recent graduate ready to apply education in the work place. A bilingual professional with the desire to take on new challenges. Possesses an understanding of multiple social media platforms, online research and how to properly identify audiences. A self-starter with competencies in media content creation, teaching public speaking courses, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Media Team Member
Minsterio Hispano Internacional: Spanish Ministry
Foley, AL
03.2023 - Current
- Use ProPresenter to create text and visual presentations for the pastor's sermons.
- Assist with the worship team's weekly set-list.
- Manage and develop new content for the church's website and social media platforms.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Led freshman level public speaking classes.
- Instructed students on the importance of effective public speaking skills.
- Gave examples and demonstrations.
- Provided feedback and constructive criticism on speeches by evaluating student performance.
- Supported the professor in implementing rigorous teaching and learning experiences.
- Displayed a strong work ethic, and promoted respect and humility among individuals.
- Adhered to university requirements for student assignments, testing, and grading of work.
- Tracked attendance, projects, presentations, and other class and student metrics.
- Supported faculty's clerical needs in the Communications department by preparing class materials, collecting assignments, stocking supplies, and completing other support tasks.
- Developed guides and course materials to reinforce lecture information, and help students learn.
- Informed students of the procedures for completing and submitting classwork.
- Met with supervisors to discuss grades or complete grade-related paperwork.
- Returned assignments to students to comply with established deadlines.
- Copied and distribute classroom materials.
- Scheduled and maintained regular office hours to meet with students.
Graduate Research Assistant
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Gather, review and summarize literature from scientific journals.
- Analyze, read, and present data to assist professors with various research projects.
- Support department faculty with administrative assistance, as well as curriculum and research support.
- Assist professor in the university's newsroom in leading tours for high school seniors interested in the broadcast media field.
- Demonstrate how to use camera, microphone, sound system and other equipment in the newsroom.
- Oversee students in group settings and offer academic guidance.
- Proofread and edit the student newspaper and magazine.
Pet Care/Sales Associate
PetSmart
Foley, AL
09.2019 - 06.2023
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide information about products, services, store hours, policies, and promotions.
- Ensured customers were prepared for a new pet by providing basic knowledge on fish, reptiles, and small animals.
- Sold various products by explaining unique features, and educating customers on proper application. Met with customers to offer assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories, and completing purchases.
- Operated the cash register, collected payments, and provided accurate change.
- Arranged and stocked products on shelves, following merchandising guidelines.
- Prepared food and formulas to meet the individual needs of animals under care, with safe and nutritious meals.
- Examined animals for injury or illness, documented symptoms for veterinarian review, and administered medication.
Spanish Tutor
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Conducted virtual tutoring sessions via Zoom for graduate-level medical students to help improve grades and achieve Spanish language fluency.
- Instructed students using advanced methods to read, write and speak in the Spanish language.
- Assisted students with conjugating verbs, explaining sentence structures and demonstrating typical conversation in Spanish.
- Taught medical vocabulary and practiced doctor and patient scenarios with students.
- Helped students understand rules of Spanish language, Spanish dialects and how Spanish differs from English.
- Recorded student progress and tutoring session details.
- Coordinated with professors to schedule sessions and develop tutoring strategies.
- Prepared students for oral examinations.
Social Media Coordinator
Barkd, Fido Technologies
Mobile, AL
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Directed social media and digital marketing strategy and initiatives to promote brand building, customer retention, and revenue-focused activities.
- Managed the company's Facebook, Snapchat, and Tik Tok accounts.
- Monitored data and analytics regarding app downloads, views, and app usage.
- Crafted visual designs and brand messaging elements for consistency across digital advertising and marketing platforms.
- Used Canva, Microsoft Powerpoint, and Adobe Premiere to create visual aids.
- Wrote weekly blog posts for Barkd's website on varying topics related to the business.
- Utilized SEO to maximize accessiblity to potential customers.
- Identified target audience and developed optimized communication plans to engage and interest individuals.
- Developed and maintained companies' image and identity using logos and signage.
Sales/Stock Associate
Under Armour
Foley, AL
06.2016 - 05.2021
- Assisted in customer service, stock and shipment, cashier, and helped out on the sales floor.
- Engaged with customers of all ages and assisted Spanish speaking customers.
- Maintained well-stocked and organized sales floor with latest merchandise to drive sustained sales revenue.
- Mentored new employees on customer service, money handling and organizing strategies to maximize performance, productivity and team success.
- Reset store displays for special events and seasonal merchandise changes.
- Provided every customer with comprehensive assistance upon entering store through merchandise selection and completion of purchases.
- Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend optimal product selections.
- Stocked, arranged and organized merchandise during late shift in store that stayed open overnight.
- Cleaned and straightened warehouse, store aisles and shelves for ease of product accessibility, safety and loss prevention.
Contributing News Writer
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Interviewed sources, contacts and leads to gather information for stories for the student newspaper, The Vanguard.
- Authored articles by crafting original writing.
- Completed research and checked facts to maintain high journalistic integrity standards.
- Attended university events on campus to gather interviews and take photos for articles.
- Used MS Word to author and edit professional pieces.
- Utilized understanding of public opinion, social media and traditional media use to create engaging and attention-grabbing stories.
- Proofread and edited work for grammar, style and accuracy.
- Reviewed feedback from Editor and completed revisions for approval.
- Researched various topics to develop insightful and fact-based news stories.
Language Assistant
Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha
Ciudad Real, Spain
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Taught English as a second language to students ranging from 18-65 years old in Ciudad Real, Spain.
- Created lessons, practiced reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills with the students in preparation for a national exam.
- Utilized Microsoft Powerpoint for interactive and engaging lessons.
- Assisted professor's English classes by lecturing and tutoring students and also helping with their listening and speaking skills.
- Collected and compiled data to document student performance and assess program quality.
- Instructed small groups of students in key subject concepts.
- Developed handouts, study materials and quizzes.
- Coached students through challenging material with positive reinforcement and encouragement.
- Evaluated student needs to set lesson goals.
Education
Master of Arts - Communications
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL12-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL12.2021
Skills
- Social media proficiency
- Undergraduate course instruction
- Lesson planning
- Tutoring and mentoring
- Fluent in Spanish
- Research Support
- Customer Service
- Content creation
- Audience identification
- Brand promotion
- Search engine optimization (SEO)
- Social media marketing
- Creativity
- Team collaboration
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Website design
- Digital marketing
Affiliations
- Lambda Pi Eta - National Communications Honor Society
- Phi Sigma Iota - International Foreign Language Honor Society
References
George Bovenizer, Ph.D. - Assistant Professor, Department of Communication
University of South Alabama
Contact: gbovenizer@southalabama.edu
Relationship: Research assistant supervisor
April DuPree Taylor, Ph.D. - Assistant Professor/Public Speaking Course Director, Department of Communication
University of South Alabama
6012 USA Drive South
Mobile, AL 36688
Contact: (251)380.2804
adupreetaylor@southalabama.edu
Relationship: Teaching assistant supervisor
Pastor Yuniel Cruz - Ministerio Hispano Internacional - International Hispanic Ministry
22380 US Highway 98, Foley Al 36535
Contact: (1)678.687.3741
pastorcruz@ministeriohi.org
Relationship: Pastor, ministry leader
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
University of South Alabama
08.2023 - 05.2024
Media Team Member
Minsterio Hispano Internacional: Spanish Ministry
03.2023 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of South Alabama
01.2023 - 12.2024
Spanish Tutor
University of South Alabama
08.2021 - 12.2021
Social Media Coordinator
Barkd, Fido Technologies
05.2021 - 11.2021
Pet Care/Sales Associate
PetSmart
09.2019 - 06.2023
Contributing News Writer
University of South Alabama
08.2019 - 01.2021
Language Assistant
Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha
09.2018 - 03.2019
Sales/Stock Associate
Under Armour
06.2016 - 05.2021
Master of Arts - Communications
University of South Alabama
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of South Alabama
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