Sarah Jackson
Montevallo,AL
Summary
Knowledgeable Administrative professional well-versed in producing high-quality reports, essays, speeches and presentations. Dependable leader possessing excellent communication and time management abilities. Manages office tasks, organizes correspondence and maintains client relations. Methodical and detail-oriented individual with expertise in written research.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Executive
Episcopal Diocese Of Alabama
08.2019 - Current
- Collected data, input hundreds of records and protected electronic files.
- Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations.
- Offered technical support and troubleshot issues to enhance office productivity.
- Scheduled appointments and meetings, organized materials and prepared rooms.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Conducted research to assist with routine tasks and special projects.
- Updated and maintained confidential databases and records.
- Wrote reports, executive summaries and newsletters.
Vice President
Central Alabama Performing Arts Guild
06.2016 - 10.2021
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate members and build competent teams.
- Clarified roles, responsibilities and expectations of staff.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Wrote plays, speeches and newsletters for non-profit.
- Responsible for recruiting and maintaining volunteers
- Responsible for written PR, press releases, marketing and advertising.
- Established performance goals for department and provided methods for reaching milestones.
- Led development of strategic marketing plans to raise awareness and drive membership growth, including fundraisers and sponsorship.
- Represented the arts by conducting interviews for newspapers and magazines.
Executive Director
Creative Minds Classical Academy
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Wrote curriculum for multiple classes including advanced and college level courses.
- Wrote instructional book for students and parents, wrote a monthly newsletter, and wrote and performed public speeches.
- Developed and implemented organizational strategies to achieve set goals and objectives and secured long-term success.
- Created promotional materials and provided insightful information to social media, websites and print media to educate public.
- Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
- Acted as successful teacher and mentor in multiple areas of education for over 50 students
Education
No Degree - English
University of Montevallo
Montevallo, ALHigh School Diploma -
Pelham High School
Pelham, AL05.1992
Skills
- Writing articles and essays
- Speech writing
- Research writing for curriculum, podcasts, websites and newsletters
- Adept use of publishing tools
- Report Preparation
- Administrative Leadership
- Data Evaluation
- Business Acumen
- Technical writing
- Logistical Planning
- Administrative Management
- Record Preparation
- Editing and proofreading
- Documentation
- Creative thinking
- Code-switching
- Emotional Intelligence
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 20+ students in the development of original theatrical performances
- Won first place for essay on photography, published in the Wall Street Journal
- Published author of the book "The Sweetest Hope, The Strongest Love: Living Life With Dandy-Walker Syndrome" (2018)
- Published written curriculum customized for advanced homeschool students ages 12-18
- Won first place in the Smithsonian Institute International Photography Competition
- Multiple Awards won for art and photography, including features in magazines and online publications
- Artist for multiple non-profits, creating branding, logos and artwork for merchandise and events
Timeline
Administrative Executive
Episcopal Diocese Of Alabama
08.2019 - Current
Executive Director
Creative Minds Classical Academy
08.2016 - 05.2020
Vice President
Central Alabama Performing Arts Guild
06.2016 - 10.2021
No Degree - English
University of Montevallo
High School Diploma -
Pelham High School
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