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Communications Specialist
St. Louis, MO
I love to be of use. Volunteerism has been a joyous obligation for more than half my life. On a lighter note, I never met a challenge I didn’t like, as evidenced by the fact that I started my first company at age four. I have over a decade of experience in live production support, as well as many years of experience in communications, design, marketing and web development. I also have an extensive background in working with the public - from retail to customer service and publicity to donor relations.
Experience
St. Louis, MO
Dec 2011 - Present
Science Programs and Marketing Manager
Academy of Science of St. Louis
Responsible for event planning and promotion, program coordination, social media and web development, marketing and print materials, graphic design and copy writing.
St. Louis, MO
Jan 2006 - Present
Owner, Communications Specialist
PS Communications
Freelance graphic designer, lighting designer, technical director, and audio engineer. Events worked included numerous theatrical productions, weddings, concerts, and conferences. Design, marketing and communications consulting services provided to churches, non-profit organizations, and companies.
St. Louis, MO
Jul 2010 - Sep 2010
Manager
The Pilates and Yoga Center of St. Louis
It was a brief, crazy time and I learned a ton.
St. Louis and Ladue, MO
Oct 2009 - Jul 2010
Front Desk Staff
The Pilates and Yoga Center of St. Louis
Worked with instructors, management and clients handling booking, billing, and anything else that might keep things running smoothly.
St. Louis, MO
Oct 2004 - Feb 2010
Production Manager
First Free Church
Trained technical volunteers, designed print and on-screen graphics as well as key promotion video loops and sermon presentations. Ran lights, sound, and media projection for special events. Coordinated technical needs of preaching staff, musicians, and band. Facilitated communication between the technical teams of primary and secondary venues. Served as lighting designer.
St. Louis, MO
Apr 2007 - Nov 2007
Audio/Visual Tech
Missouri Baptist University
Served as a sole technician and in concert with other techs running sound, lights, and media projection for events and theatrical performances held at or hosted by Missouri Baptist University. Involved high-stress, problem-solving under heavy time constraints.
Hillsboro, MO
Jan 2002 - Jan 2005
Webmaster
Mastodon Art/Science Regional Fair
Took over website that was in complete disarray and through three distinct redesigns, built it into a stable, modern, organized site that represented MASRF with aesthetic appeal and functionality.
Education
St. Louis, MO
Aug 2006 - Dec 2008
Bachelor of Science
Missouri Baptist University
Major: Communications (Summa Cum Laude)
Outstanding Student of Achievement, chosen by the Communications Faculty
St. Louis, MO
Aug 2006 - Dec 2008
Bachelor of Arts
Missouri Baptist University
Major: History (Summa Cum Laude)
St. Louis, MO
Aug 2006 - Dec 2008
Certificate in English
Missouri Baptist University
Emphasis in Writing (Summa Cum Laude)
Hillsboro, MO
Aug 2004 - May 2006
Associate of Arts
Jefferson College
Honors & Global Studies Programs (4.0 GPA)
Kirkwood, MO
Jan 2005 - May 2006
Transfer Credit
St. Louis Community College - Meramec
Dean's List or Honor Roll each semester
Fellowships and Internships
Student Fellow
Missouri Baptist University, Jan 2008 - Apr 2008
Social & Behavioral Sciences: History; St. Louis, MO

Served as a teaching assistant for Dr. Keith Beutler. Organized course assignments and assisted in grading papers, tests, and quizzes from five classes. Reported class attendance through MBU’s Portal System for all of Dr. Beutler’s classes.
Technical Intern
Missouri Baptist University, Jan 2007 - Mar 2007
Special Events; St. Louis, MO

Trained under Events Coordinator/Technical Director and main tech running sound, lights, and media projection for events hosted by Missouri Baptist University. Sold tickets over the phone, via the internet, and in person to shows through MBU box office. Fielded technical and box office questions, as well as performing office management tasks.
Intern
Academy of Science of St. Louis, Sep 1999 - May 2000
Junior Academy; St. Louis, MO

Updated Speakers for Science database to reflect current members and level of interest, involved contacting over 2,000 doctors, researchers, and scientists in the public, private, and academic sectors. Also responsible for recruiting Speakers for Science members to participate in the Junior Academy’s Online Mentoring program.
Volunteerism
Grace Church
Volunteer on a rotating basis running CG (computer graphics) and serving as a camera operator for weekend services (2010-present).
Tutor
Began tutoring chemistry in high school (2002-2003). Continued while at St. Louis Community College, tutoring Spanish and German (2005-2006). Tutored in writing, media production, and statistics at Missouri Baptist University (2007-2008). Tutored small groups (up to 5) and individuals.
Broadway on the Driveway
Broadway on the Driveway is a community theatre group dedicated to providing quality, family-friendly theatre and believes it should be accessible to everyone. They produce one main, musical each summer and perform it free to the public.

Began as an actor in 1995 (remained a principal cast member thru Summer 1999). Became the set designer and scenic artist in 1997 (continued thru Summer 2001). Designed show logos for the 2000, 2003, 2004, 2005 seasons. Designed and edited the Playbills for the 2000, 2001, 2003, 2005 seasons. Was the Assistant Director and Fundraising Coordinator for the 2001 production of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat." Served as Event Coordinator for BOTD's "Sounds of Life Benefit" 2001-2002. Was the Technical Director for the 2007 production of "Singin' in the Rain."
Mastodon Art/Science Regional Fair
Began as a volunteer in 1997. Served as an Executive Board Member under three Executive Directors 1999-2004. As a Board Member, was one of the 6 person team responsible for all aspects of the weeklong Fair (including setup, project check-in, judging, viewing, awards ceremony, and takedown). While on the Board, MASRF became the largest combined Art/Science Fair in the nation. Approximately a thousand projects were entered each year and on average 4,000 people would attend during pubic viewing.