Lyndsey Ellis
Manager, Development and Communications at Teach For America St. Louis- Claim this Profile
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Michelle Fitzhugh-Craig (she/her)
Dec. 31, 2016 To Whom It May Concern: I write this letter as my recommendation for Lyndsey Ellis as she continues her journey as a writer and voice for the underrepresented around the globe. I first met Lyndsey about seven years ago when she was a contributing writer for a small publication I was news editor for and from the beginning, I’ve been impressed with her dedication to her work. About four years ago, I invited Lyndsey to join the team for my own publication – shades Magazine – Celebrating All Women of Color. Being an individual who feels a strong responsibility to giving underserved communities and people a voice, she has become an important part of our organization. Despite going through a brief lull and hiatus of the online publication, Lyndsey has always jumped at the opportunity to cover community events, providing us with well-written pieces and sharing shades Magazine’s mission to empower, inspire and education All Women of Color. Lyndsey always is a prompt and
Joel Ellis
Outstanding writer with creative mind and thought process. Recommedated for the position in which applies ib writing.
Michelle Fitzhugh-Craig (she/her)
Dec. 31, 2016 To Whom It May Concern: I write this letter as my recommendation for Lyndsey Ellis as she continues her journey as a writer and voice for the underrepresented around the globe. I first met Lyndsey about seven years ago when she was a contributing writer for a small publication I was news editor for and from the beginning, I’ve been impressed with her dedication to her work. About four years ago, I invited Lyndsey to join the team for my own publication – shades Magazine – Celebrating All Women of Color. Being an individual who feels a strong responsibility to giving underserved communities and people a voice, she has become an important part of our organization. Despite going through a brief lull and hiatus of the online publication, Lyndsey has always jumped at the opportunity to cover community events, providing us with well-written pieces and sharing shades Magazine’s mission to empower, inspire and education All Women of Color. Lyndsey always is a prompt and
Joel Ellis
Outstanding writer with creative mind and thought process. Recommedated for the position in which applies ib writing.
Michelle Fitzhugh-Craig (she/her)
Dec. 31, 2016 To Whom It May Concern: I write this letter as my recommendation for Lyndsey Ellis as she continues her journey as a writer and voice for the underrepresented around the globe. I first met Lyndsey about seven years ago when she was a contributing writer for a small publication I was news editor for and from the beginning, I’ve been impressed with her dedication to her work. About four years ago, I invited Lyndsey to join the team for my own publication – shades Magazine – Celebrating All Women of Color. Being an individual who feels a strong responsibility to giving underserved communities and people a voice, she has become an important part of our organization. Despite going through a brief lull and hiatus of the online publication, Lyndsey has always jumped at the opportunity to cover community events, providing us with well-written pieces and sharing shades Magazine’s mission to empower, inspire and education All Women of Color. Lyndsey always is a prompt and
Joel Ellis
Outstanding writer with creative mind and thought process. Recommedated for the position in which applies ib writing.
Michelle Fitzhugh-Craig (she/her)
Dec. 31, 2016 To Whom It May Concern: I write this letter as my recommendation for Lyndsey Ellis as she continues her journey as a writer and voice for the underrepresented around the globe. I first met Lyndsey about seven years ago when she was a contributing writer for a small publication I was news editor for and from the beginning, I’ve been impressed with her dedication to her work. About four years ago, I invited Lyndsey to join the team for my own publication – shades Magazine – Celebrating All Women of Color. Being an individual who feels a strong responsibility to giving underserved communities and people a voice, she has become an important part of our organization. Despite going through a brief lull and hiatus of the online publication, Lyndsey has always jumped at the opportunity to cover community events, providing us with well-written pieces and sharing shades Magazine’s mission to empower, inspire and education All Women of Color. Lyndsey always is a prompt and
Joel Ellis
Outstanding writer with creative mind and thought process. Recommedated for the position in which applies ib writing.
Experience
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Teach For America St. Louis
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United States
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Education Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Manager, Development and Communications
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Feb 2022 - Present
• Manage social media channels outlets to broaden and strengthen TFA STL’s audience. Increased average audience engagement on social media platforms by 10% • Write blogs, articles, and donor newsletters with an average 52% open rate to expand readership among donors, community partners, and alumni network. • Provide communications support—visual designs, photo taking, and conduct alumni and donor spotlight interviews---for executive team and program leads. • Cultivate and sustain strong donor relations through fundraising and operations efforts.
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Allsup, LLC
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United States
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Insurance
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1 - 100 Employee
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Manager of Strategic Alliances and Social Media
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Jun 2018 - Jan 2022
• Served as communications liaison between executive leadership team and several nonprofit partners to execute community events, existing proposals and plan new initiatives • Grew online traffic across three social media platforms and company websites by 35 percent by working with digital marketing team to create boosted social media posts and website promotional content • Increased company online ratings by streamlining processes that build customer relations
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PEERS (Peers Envisioning & Engaging in Recovery Services)
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United States
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Mental Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Creative Arts Facilitator / NonProfit Communications
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Sep 2014 - Mar 2018
• Managed website content & organization’s community blog, 'I'm Good', which highlights the resiliency of people with mental health challenges • Facilitated creative arts therapy workshops & spirituality groups for individuals with mental health challenges • Coordinated activities for donors, care providers, stakeholders, and program leads• Worked closely with Executive and Associate directors to launch the first annual two-day Transitional Age Youth (TAY) Summit for at-risk youth and served as on-site stage manager
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shades Magazine - Celebrating All Women of Color
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Media Production
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1 - 100 Employee
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Contributing Editor/Writer
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Feb 2013 - Mar 2018
·Suggested newsworthy themes to Editor-in-Chief · Interviewed sources for stories and write articles targeting women of color·Helped develop the publication's online presence via social media platforms ·Suggested newsworthy themes to Editor-in-Chief · Interviewed sources for stories and write articles targeting women of color·Helped develop the publication's online presence via social media platforms
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Columnist
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Mar 2013 - Mar 2014
· Research upcoming events that are specific to the East Bay· Pitch events with a strong local connection to Digital Media Director and Assistant Editor · Create posts for weekly column that features recommendations on East Bay happenings · Research upcoming events that are specific to the East Bay· Pitch events with a strong local connection to Digital Media Director and Assistant Editor · Create posts for weekly column that features recommendations on East Bay happenings
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SR Education Group
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Web Content Writer
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Mar 2011 - Oct 2012
·Fact-checked data on various topics for clients wanting to build or revamp websites·Wrote SEO articles on multiple subjects, ranging from distance education to career profilesfor new graduates and transitioning professionals·Delivered over 500 articles in an 18-month span ·Fact-checked data on various topics for clients wanting to build or revamp websites·Wrote SEO articles on multiple subjects, ranging from distance education to career profilesfor new graduates and transitioning professionals·Delivered over 500 articles in an 18-month span
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Contributing Writer
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Sep 2010 - Oct 2011
-interviewed and wrote about notable community leaders in San Francisco's Western Addition district -interviewed and wrote about notable community leaders in San Francisco's Western Addition district
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Education
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2005 - 2007
California College of the Arts
MFA, Writing -
2001 - 2005
University of Missouri-Columbia
BA, English
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