Experience

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  St Michael Catholic Parish

  • United States
  • Religious Institutions
  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • Sacred Stories - Journalistic Interviews

    • Mar 2021 - Present

    I interview members of the community who have a personal faith story to tell. From conversion stories to tales sharing how God has worked in their lives, I allow voices to be heard. https://stmichaellivermore.com/SacredStories

  • Communication, Adult Enrichment & Ministry Support

    • Aug 2022 - Present

    The role of Ministry Support was added to my job responsibilities. In addition to my other duties, I act as a liaison for over 40 volunteer leaders of various groups. I publish a monthly newsletter for them to stay connected and excited, and I offer one-on-one workshops to help them with graphic design, content writing and recruitment techniques.

  • Communications & Adult Enrichment Coordinator

    • Feb 2018 - Present

    On February 1, 2018, my job at St Michael Parish expanded to include overseeing all Adult Enrichment. In addition to my other duties, I became responsible for evangelization and ongoing spiritual growth for adults (not including adults preparing for initiation sacraments). I provide resources for individuals, families, and small groups to flourish in faith.Additionally, I provide ghostwriting services and publicity graphic design to clergy and ministry leaders. I am the editor of the hard copy weekly bulletin and the weekly Flocknote (eNewsletter). I am the content creator for the parish website, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. I write and publish journalistic interviews. I also am the "online receptionist" for members of the community who post questions on social media or use the live chat plugin on the website.

  • Communications Coordinator

    • Jun 2012 - Jan 2018

    I am the modern-day version of the town crier for the parish. I strategize social media campaigns aimed at eye-catching evangelization and parish event communication on Facebook, YouTube, Flocknote, and the parish website. I am the Flocknote guru, administering the network and training and supporting ministry leaders in managing digital media. I publish a seriously addictive weekly Flocknote newsletter. I work closely with the Pastor, business administrator, parish council, and key group leaders to ensure proper communication with the parish community. The effect is an engaged and ignited congregation.

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  Diocese of Oakland

  • Oakland, California, United States

  • Graphic Designer

    • Sep 2021 - Present
    • Oakland, California, United States

    I create social media graphic designs for the Office of Vocations for the Diocese of Oakland to encourage event attendance at retreats, talks, and gatherings.

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  Twisted Silver

  • Social Media Director

    • Jan 2006 - Jun 2014

    I strategize engaging social media campaigns every week that drive online jewelry sales. My world is Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Pinterest, and I conduct each platform like it’s my orchestra. I also whip up online store content, write blog posts that cause double-takes and compose email campaigns that people actually open and read. I manage photographer's photo shoots, direct content for videographers and develop useful intern projects. I nurture the relationships of our customers, fans, celebrities, stylists, bloggers, vloggers and other influential tastemakers like they are my best friends. I maintain all in-corporate communications, calendars, Google Drive documents so everyone stays on track, all the time. I am the supervisor of 12 people, directing stunning photo and video content.

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  Open Heart Kitchen

  • 1141 Catalina Drive, Livermore, CA 94550

  • Assistant Executive Director

    • Jul 1999 - Dec 2006
    • 1141 Catalina Drive, Livermore, CA 94550

    I managed all public relations, including writing and submitting press releases, corporate outreach, volunteer recruiting and awareness marketing campaigns. I served as the principal grant researcher and proposal writer. I composed all written assets, including brochures, mission statements, volunteer task manuals, board meeting minutes, project outlines. I administered all in-house communication via email and phone. I administered and maintained all website copy. I developed marketing strategies for fundraising events. I served as volunteer recruiter and scheduler.