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Shirley Magee
Alhambra,CA
Summary
Hardworking Project Manager & Freelance Digital Marketer passionate about using entertainment and visual design strategies to drive social engagement. Experience includes 8 years in creating collaborative environments and coordinating projects, programs, and process improvements. Excellent communication and coordination skills to deliver projects quickly and efficiently.
Overview
8
years of professional experience
Work History
First African Methodist Episcopal Church
Graphic Designer
04.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Developed creative design for marketing events, program covers, flyers, and signs.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Created logos, illustrations and typography for various organizations.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Implemented feedback and suggestions from clients to improve designs.
- Created original artwork for range of print and web projects.
- Coordinated with external vendors and suppliers to verify quality and accuracy of printed materials.
- Utilized Canva, ibisPaintX, and Microsoft Office Suite to develop creative designs.
- Designed creative digital displays used in online advertising for local businesses.
First African Methodist Episcopal Church
Administrative Assistant
06.2021 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
- Created and maintained databases to track and record customer data.
- Assisted development and implementation of new administrative procedures.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
- Liaised between clients and vendors and maintained effective lines of communication.
First African Methodist Episcopal Church
Teacher
07.2020 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Alhambra High School
Yearbook Editor
08.2018 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Successfully led key projects which resulted in productive, creative, and organized nature of high school year book
- Monitored multiple projects simultaneously and completed said tasks by or before demanded deadline
- Collaborated closely with supervisor and peers to complete advanced design work
- Generated updated progress reports and briefings every week
- Researched topics to create accurate and engaging content.
- Wrote and created content for various topics and mediums.
- Compiled, sorted, and stored JPEG., PDF., and doc files
- Quickly responded to crisis situations when emergency scheduled interview dates had changed
- Developed headline story ideas and assigned topics to a team of 4 writers
- Motivated peers to accomplish challenging objectives quickly to meet strict schedules
- Evaluated interview stories, shaped content and helped improve overall work quality through careful review, detailed editing and constructive feedback
- Developed and deepened positive relationships with writing, design and production team members to improve communication and collaboration on yearbook projects.
First African Methodist Episcopal Church
President
10.2015 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Promoted social and networking events and outreach.
- Supported project management team for optimal performance.
- Promoted local department by delivering speeches, through social media and presenting at regional and international conferences.
- Planned and executed monthly meetings and agendas
- Increased communication, leadership, and team-building abilities through special events and instructional opportunities.
- Devised community-based programs focused on combating specific problems.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
Education
California State University, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor of Arts from Mass Communication Studies
05.2024
University Overview
- Dean's List Fall 2019 - Spring 2023
- 3.94 GPA
- Phi Kappa Phi Member
- PRSSA/Public Relations Student Society of America Member
- Awarded CSULA's Public Speaking Showcase Finalist Award 2019
Alhambra High School, Alhambra
High School Diploma
05.2019
Skills
- Scheduling and Planning
- Social Media Familiarity
- Excellent Writing Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Project Creation
- Data Review
- Program Implementation
- Excellent Public Speaking Skills
- Microsoft Office Expertise
- Project Management
- Marketing Media
- Creative Strategies
- Communication Strategies
- Brand Image Alignment
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
First African Methodist Episcopal Church
06.2021 - 09.2021
Teacher
First African Methodist Episcopal Church
07.2020 - 07.2021
Graphic Designer
First African Methodist Episcopal Church
04.2020 - Current
Yearbook Editor
Alhambra High School
08.2018 - 05.2019
President
First African Methodist Episcopal Church
10.2015 - 05.2019
California State University, Los Angeles
Bachelor of Arts from Mass Communication Studies
Alhambra High School
High School Diploma
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