Associate, Communications

• Jun 2021 - Present

Package Handler

• Oct 2019 - May 2021

Worked primarily on the FedEx Ground warehouse floor to move packages from trucks to assembly lines and vice versa; was responsible for package bags getting to their proper destinations in Atlanta, GA and Nashville, TN. Worked primarily on the FedEx Ground warehouse floor to move packages from trucks to assembly lines and vice versa; was responsible for package bags getting to their proper destinations in Atlanta, GA and Nashville, TN.

Advocacy and Education Specialist

• Mar 2019 - Jul 2019

Worked exclusively in the education and outreach department. I was responsible for doing an assessment of and updating the college and university outreach program of the Food Bank. Also responsible for conducting/facilitating workshops centered around food insecurity, hunger and poverty in the Greater Atlanta and North Georgia region. Finally, I worked with the Senior Education and Outreach Manager and my fellow Advocacy and Outreach specialist in updating Food Bank curriculum and creating events around food insecurity, hunger and poverty.

Front Lines Associate

• May 2016 - Mar 2019

Service-focused employee tasked with the following duties: to work as a liaison with diverse internal and external audiences and inform guests about course and workshop offerings and event availability, tuition, financing, and event timelines; to oversee several public-facing functions such as greeting students and guests and providing continuous customer service to all guests and visitors; to assist instructors and presenters with setup of audiovisual equipment prior to courses and workshops; to anticipate and troubleshoot audiovisual, technical and facilities issues as they arise, to identify internal public relations opportunities towards students and guests at the Atlanta campus.

Digital and Content Marketing Specialist

• Mar 2018 - Nov 2018

Responsible for maintaining the brand image of Giveffect through case studies, articles, blog posts, social media outlets and other means of online communication. Created over 100 blog posts for the company from March 2018 until October 2018. Responsible for maintaining the brand image of Giveffect through case studies, articles, blog posts, social media outlets and other means of online communication. Created over 100 blog posts for the company from March 2018 until October 2018.

Interim Marketing and Communications Coordinator

• Apr 2017 - Jul 2017

At this organization, I was responsible for the social media marketing, content creation and media communications. I worked with the marketing manager to develop the overall marketing plan and on the social media marketing plan for the fiscal year. I attended an educator's conference in Denver, CO with the Mendez Foundation sales team to create new relationships with educators and administrators from around the country. I was also responsible for using platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Mailchimp, Meltwater, and Salesforce for marketing and communication purposes.

Lead Content Writer and Creator

• Mar 2014 - Jan 2017

Primary responsibilities: to create and spread brand awareness through lively, engaging press releases and media alerts about events such as the recent "Queens of the Ozone" female emcee event, as well as several live music and charitable events put on by Conscious Mind Records in Orlando and throughout Central Florida. Examples include: "Bring Your Own Crew" live Hip Hop show from June 2014. Additionally I am tasked with formulating ideas for future marketing and branding endeavors as well as composing text for sponsorship packages and letters, developing ideas for other official company publications, contributing to the fundraising and sponsorship attaining efforts of the company, and making the most effective use of the communications budget for Conscious Mind Records.

Freelance Writer and Contributor

• Mar 2012 - Jan 2017

Contributing writer at HipHopDX.com for the last two years, composing pieces such as editorials short news pieces and album reviews of Hip Hop artists of a wide range and of various styles and sub genres. I've written on a wide range of topics regarding Hip Hop music, including Hip Hop and education, social issues, important Hip Hop music anniversaries and more. I've also recently become part of the HipHopDX.com Branded Content program, writing content for articles pertaining to Hip Hop music, culture, events, politics and issues that are included on the Pepsi Pulse and Green label websites, which contributes to the overall spreading of awareness of Hip Hop culture and brand awareness for the Pepsi Pulse and Green Label websites.

Tier 1 Online Support Specialist

• Nov 2010 - Jan 2016

I primarily act as a true ambassador for Full Sail University for students that are new to the school, new to using Apple products and the Mac Operating system and new to being in an Online Learning Management System Environment. I assist students, staff and faculty with the successfully using pieces of software including the Apple iWork suite (Keynote, Numbers, Pages), the Apple iLife suite (iMovie, Garageband), Google Docs, Microsoft Office, and the Full Sail University online Learning Management System. My job is a combination of customer service and technical assistance for all three parties. I am also responsible for helping to maintain our in-house Knowledge Base and out-bound Help Center for students and faculty.

Freelance Writer, Contributor and Content Creator

• Apr 2012 - Jun 2015

With this Texas-based music and new media-centered company I was tasked with being a regular contributor on topics pertaining to Hip Hop artists, music, culture, politics, current events, social issues and breaking news. As a writer for SoSoActive Media I have attended the 2013 SXSW Music Festival and Conference in Austin, TX and the 2013 and 2014 Essence Music Festival in New Orleans, LA, interviewing artists, covering festival events and creating engaging, enlightening and sought-after content for the site while doing so. I have also worked closely with the company Founder on formulating and compiling ideas for content and for generating revenue for the company as well as finding new outlets and avenues for the successful creation and distribution of new media.

Senior Contributor

• May 2010 - Jan 2012

Contributing timely news articles and Op-Ed pieces to BrooklynBodega.com on a regular basis aimed specifically at hip hop music, culture, events and current news. Contributing timely news articles and Op-Ed pieces to BrooklynBodega.com on a regular basis aimed specifically at hip hop music, culture, events and current news.

Volunteer Supervisor

• Sep 2011 - Sep 2011

Served as a Volunteer Supervisor for the North Coast Music Festival; supervised and managed volunteers at the festivals' main gate entrance; oversaw volunteers as they served and assisted festival attendees; did on site marketing, advertising and promotions; other volunteer duties as assigned. Served as a Volunteer Supervisor for the North Coast Music Festival; supervised and managed volunteers at the festivals' main gate entrance; oversaw volunteers as they served and assisted festival attendees; did on site marketing, advertising and promotions; other volunteer duties as assigned.

Marketing Director

• Jun 2010 - Oct 2010

Act as the lead in creating an attractive social networking presence on the web, build relationships with other local non-profit organizations at charity events, network for the organization internally and externally, connect with area businesses for fundraising and donations, and contribute to effective marketing and PR programming. Act as the lead in creating an attractive social networking presence on the web, build relationships with other local non-profit organizations at charity events, network for the organization internally and externally, connect with area businesses for fundraising and donations, and contribute to effective marketing and PR programming.

Public Affairs Associate

• Feb 2006 - Dec 2008

At the Red Cross in Detroit, I eventually became the main representative to the local and national media by doing interviews, composing press and news releases, overseeing campaigns, and working with several different departments including Health and Safety and Disaster Services. I managed the annual Blanket Days for the Homeless campaign and assisted in coordinating Red Cross programs and campaigns such as the Red Cross Hero Awards and the Home Team campaign. I also composed talking points for Red Cross leadership for special events, including the Chief Executive Officer and the Chair of the Board of Directors.