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RESUME + CONTACT


R E S U M E
W R I T E R
Vocal | June 2019 - Present
- Writes current, engaging pieces for Vocal readers.

D I S P L A Y   C O O R D I N A T O R

Anthropologie Naperville | May 2018 - Present
 - Utilizes Home Office communication to conceptualize and create a compelling visual environment.
 - Applies seasonal direction and inspiration to meet the unique needs of the store.
 - Ensures craft of all displays are high-quality and well-executed.
 - Submits high-quality images of completed interior and window execution.
 - Ensures display support is informed and productive.

W R I T E R
Medium | May 2018 - Present
- Writes current, engaging pieces for Medium members.

W E D D I N G   P L A N N E R   /   B L O G G E R
Couture Commitments | April 2013 - Present

 - Plans weddings and events with a Certified Wedding and Event Planner certification from the Lovegevity Wedding Planning Institute.
 - Generates and manages online content (written and visual) for a wedding blog.
 - Produces video (including filming, editing, and uploading) for a corresponding YouTube channel.

B L O G G E R
Cornfield Couture | August 2012 - Present

 - Founded a small-town fashion, beauty, and lifestyle blog.
 - Generates and manages online content (written and visual) for a fashion, beauty, and lifestyle blog.
 - Produces video (including filming, editing, and uploading) for a corresponding YouTube channel.

S O C I A L   M E D I A   M A N A G E R
Sweet Earth Jewelry | May 2020 - December 2020
 - Took over and managed @sweetearthjewelry Instagram and Facebook accounts from May 11, 2020 to December 31, 2020.
 - Quadrupled @sweetearthjewelry’s Instagram followers in 8 months, utilizing hashtags and Stories to build an audience.
 - Drafted ad copy at the direction of manager.
 - Modernized the dated, wordpress-based website by transferring domain from GoDaddy to Weebly. 
 - Utilized Weebly and Square to create an SEO and mobile-device optimized ecommerce website in 4 weeks. 
 - Listed new items on ecommerce site each week. 
 - Took biweekly inventory of web-listed items.
 - Wrote copy for web product descriptions.
 - Wrote a press release to announce store closing/owner’s retirement.
 - Assisted with the store’s retirement/closing sale by managing markdowns, advertising the sale on social media, and approving ad copy.
 - Updated website and social media to reflect store closure details.
 - Consulted on an ongoing basis beyond the store’s closure.

K I D S Z O N E   C H I L D C A R E   P R O V I D E R
Christ Community Church DeKalb | August 2012 - December 2019

 - Provided Childcare for children ages 6 months - 11 years during community groups and special events hosted at Christ Community Church.

S E N I O R   S A L E S   A S S O C I A T E
Anthropologie Highland Park | August 2015 - April 2018

 - Delivered customer service in the clothing and home departments according to the Anthropologie philosophy of customer care.
 - Contributed extra effort toward markdowns and merchandise placement.
 - Assisted with fine art displays and store Instagram posts.
 - Photographed special events for company promotion.

S O C I A L   M E D I A   I N T E R N
Network of Nations | March 2016 - January 2018

 - Launched and maintained the nonprofit's Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook pages to promote outreach events and fundraisers.
 - Shot, edited, and uploaded photographs for promotional use.

P U B L I C   R E L A T I O N S   R E P R E S E N T A T I V E
Whimsical Perspective | February 2017 - May 2017

- Created a website to reflect the business’ new aesthetic and branding.
- Wrote a news release to promote the grand opening of a new storefront.
- Designed promotional materials for public distribution.

C O N T R I B U T I N G   W R I T E R
Too Damn Young | May 2015 - September 2016

 - Contributed bi-monthly articles for a grief support resource, including pieces for seasonal online magazines.

M A R K E T I N G   I N T E R N
Midwest Museum of Natural History | May 2016 - August 2016

 - Created flyers and posters for public events and outreach programs.
 - Photographed public events and museum exhibits for future promotional use.
 - Consulted with the Museum director on an ongoing re-branding project.
 - Represented the Museum at community outreach events.
 - Identified threats and opportunities through a SWOT analysis.
 - Encouraged and closed new museum memberships and cultivated member relationships.
 - Designed a corporate sponsorship packet for future fundraising development.

S A L E S   A S S O C I A T E
Anthropologie Geneva and Anthropologie Highland Park | May 2013 - August 2015

 - Delivered customer service in the clothing and home departments according to the Anthropologie philosophy of customer care.

S O C I A L   M E D I A   C O N S U L T A N T
Sweet Earth Jewelry | February 2015

 - Provided assistance with the startup of the small business' social media interests via Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

C O M M I S S I O N E D   A R T I S T
Growmark, Inc. | February 2012 - May 2012, June 2013 - July 2013

 - Created original artwork for advertising and collateral on the Grain Systems project.
 - Created typeography for prop decoration for a team building meeting.

S A L E S   A S S O C I A T E   /   P E R S O N A L   S H O P P E R
Maurices DeKalb | February 2011 - December 2011

 - Provided personal shopping services.
 - Maintained visual merchandising by dressing forms and placing product.

P R O J E C T   I N T E R N
The Leapyear Project | July 2011 - September 2011

 - Organized supervisor's contacts to streamline project launch communication.
 - Planned future organization projects.
 - Consulted on articles and inspirational pieces to share on social media.

V O L U N T E E R I N G
B R A Z I L   G O T E A M   A N D   A D V A N C E   T E A M
Christ Community Church | June 2010 - 2020
 - Taught English at English Camp in Manaus, Brazil (2010, 2012, 2014.)
 - Acted as an administrative assistant in team preparation (2011, 2014, 2016.)
 - Served as a team leader in prep, travel, and on the mission field (2019.)
 - Coordinated international communication between Christ Community Church and their partner church in Manaus.
 - Planned future GoTeams to Brazil.


2 0 ' S   N I G H T   H O S P I T A L I T Y   T E A M   L E A D E R
Christ Community Church | September 2015 - May 2019
 - Coordinated volunteers for hospitality services at monthly gatherings for 20s at Christ Community Church
 - Oversaw the welcome table, food services, and setup/teardown teams.


G E N E S I S
Christ Community Church | September 2010 - May 2019
 - Facilitated conversation in small groups of 6th, 7th, and 8th grade girls.
 - Assisted with sound, lighting, and multimedia technology.

M O S A I C   D A T A B A S E   M A N A G E R
Christ Community Church | May 2009 - May 2010
 - Imported youth group attendees into church database system.

S H S   A R T   D E P A R T M E N T
Sycamore High School | August 2008 - May 2010
 - Brian Bemis Battle of the Arts Car Designer (2010)
 - Western Sun Art Festival 2nd Place Painting Winner (2010)
 - The Daily Chronicle Design-an-Ad Contest Designer's Pick Winner (2009)
 - Art Club President (2008-2010)

S H S   T H E A T R E   D E P A R T M E N T
Sycamore High School | August 2007 - May 2010
 - Scene Night Administrator and Scene Night Logo Designer (2009-2010)
 - Costume Shop Curator (2008-2010)
 - Thespian Troupe #2499 President (2009-2010)
 - Thespian Troupe #2499 Vice President (2007-2008)

P L E A S E   V I S I T   M Y   L I N K E D I N   P R O F I L E
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C O N T A C T

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updated 11-20-22
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