Director of Communications & Office Management
Association of Independent Colleges & Universities of Ohio (AICUO), Columbus, OH
December 2019 to Present
· Act as lead for support and maintenance on membership website, members.aicuo.edu, for member institutions, affiliate members, and AICUO staff
- Led the launch and support of the website, implemented in January 2020
· Maintain and manage social media presence on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram
· Co-lead of maintenance of office technology and software
· Manage daily office operations
· Handle human resource operations for staff and interns
Assistant Director of Strategic Communication & Marketing
Muskingum University, New Concord, OH
August 2015 to November 2019
· Write web stories and press releases
· Design print materials, i.e. Feasibility Study, Admission Viewbook, Presidential invitations, Esports and Nursing logos, postcards, event posters, brochures, event programs and bulletins, Brand Guide
· Assist with visuals at the Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) awards event (The Golden Hook Awards)
· Participated as a key member of website committee: managed rebrand, launch and maintenance
· Lead photo and video shoots on campus during events, i.e. Homecoming and Reunion Weekend, Inauguration, Advancement Office campaign
· Take part in Association of Independent Colleges and Universities in Ohio (AICUO) Communicator’s Summit planning committee (Jan. 2018 and 2019 events)
· Provide content for social media posts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn accounts
· Assist with completion of the President’s monthly email, Magenta Lines
· Manage all aspects of student workers who work at the University Switchboard
· Manage day-to-day office needs, i.e. stocking supplies, paying bills and subscriptions
Verification Specialist Lead
Aurico Reports, Arlington Heights, IL
February 2014 to August 2015
· Verified employment and education
· Conducted reference interviews
· Provided on-the-job training
· Planned and lead team focus meetings
Muskingum University, New Concord, OH
August 2015 to November 2019
· Write web stories and press releases
· Design print materials, i.e. Feasibility Study, Admission Viewbook, Presidential invitations, Esports and Nursing logos, postcards, event posters, brochures, event programs and bulletins, Brand Guide
· Assist with visuals at the Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) awards event (The Golden Hook Awards)
· Participated as a key member of website committee: managed rebrand, launch and maintenance
· Lead photo and video shoots on campus during events, i.e. Homecoming and Reunion Weekend, Inauguration, Advancement Office campaign
· Take part in Association of Independent Colleges and Universities in Ohio (AICUO) Communicator’s Summit planning committee (Jan. 2018 and 2019 events)
· Provide content for social media posts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn accounts
· Assist with completion of the President’s monthly email, Magenta Lines
· Manage all aspects of student workers who work at the University Switchboard
· Manage day-to-day office needs, i.e. stocking supplies, paying bills and subscriptions
Verification Specialist Lead
Aurico Reports, Arlington Heights, IL
February 2014 to August 2015
· Verified employment and education
· Conducted reference interviews
· Provided on-the-job training
· Planned and lead team focus meetings
Education and Honors
Bachelor of Arts
Muskingum University, New Concord, OH
Muskingum University, New Concord, OH
Major: Digital Media Design; Minors: Communication and English
Graduation year: Semester early, December 2013
Cumulative GPA: 3.4, Cum Laude
College Broadcasters, Inc.: National Student Production Award: Best Special Broadcast
Broadcaster of the Year and Amos Family Award in Broadcast Journalism
Volunteer Experience
Recruitment Advisor
Alpha Sigma Alpha, Muskingum University, New Concord, OH
August 2016 to Present
Alpha Sigma Alpha, Muskingum University, New Concord, OH
August 2016 to Present
· Advise members through the fall formal recruitment process and informal bidding in fall and spring
· Oversee recruitment planning and events
· Attend a chapter meeting once a month
· Inquire about class tardiness and inadequate grades as necessary, i.e. act upon Starfish notifications
Knowledge and Skills
· Adobe Apps: Photoshop, Lightroom, Illustrator, InDesign, Audition, Premiere Pro
· Microsoft: Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook
· Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
· Google: Gmail, Docs, Slides, Blogger
· Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
· Google: Gmail, Docs, Slides, Blogger
· WordPress
· Drupal
· Buffer
· JotForm
· Constant Contact
· MailChimp
· Basic HTML
· Operate a golf cart on hilly terrain