Elizabeth G. McKinney
longing to understand
RESUME
Professional ​
goals
I am driven, loyal, and versatile as an employee. I have an extensive record of taking on additional responsibilities in order to facilitate organization growth and am often trusted with important and confidential tasks/information. My dedication to strong communication and team cohesion, grounded in my background in rhetoric and writing, makes me an asset to any team or project.
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I am available for freelance, part-time, or full-time writing jobs at this time.
Skills
Photoshop
Adobe
Microsoft
Video editing
Web design
Languages
Education
University of Findlay
​2015 - 2016
Masters of Arts in Rhetoric and Writing
Ohio Northern University
​2011 - 2014
Bachelor of Arts in English
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concentrations in professional writing, creative writing
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minor in psychology
HTML/CSS
PHP
JavaScript
Jquery
Ruby
MySQL
Work​
experience​
Temporary Administrative Assistant
Moda Health
2021 - present
I am performing outreach in order to update the provider directory to include more diversity and accessibility information.
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Executive Assistant
Real Property Group Inc
2017 - 2020
I performed standard administrative responsibilities, managed tenants, scheduled and oversaw repairs and regular maintenance for occupied and unoccupied housing and office space, including both accounts payable and receivable. I also developed and maintained multiple news/media websites and social media accounts, including writing copy for all websites and social media.
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Community Inclusion Specialist
Housing Independence
2017 - 2017
I worked with adults with disabilities to help them perform daily living activities, including grocery or clothes shopping, making plans with friends, exercising, and more.
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Front Desk Agent
Portland Suites (Airport East)
2017 - 2017
I greeted guests, answered phones, scheduled reservations, oversaw the housekeeping staff, and performed cleaning duties. I assisted guests in any way they needed before, during, and after their stay as well as responded to any other situations as they arise.
Graduate editor of From the Writer's Kitchen
2015 - 2016
I managed the literary magazine published by the University of Findlay. This included soliciting and reviewing submissions, marketing, delegating tasks, and layout and design work. I also helped plan the release party.
Social Media Manager
Viva Maria
2015 - 2017
I created and maintained the restaurant's Twitter account and website. I also contributed to posts on the restaurant's Facebook page.
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Head Waitress
Viva Maria
2014 - 2017
I served customers, answered phones, and bartended. After being promoted to head waitress, I also oversaw the waitstaff and bussers, acting as liaison between staff and owners and ensure all responsibilities were completed as required. I implemented a first in/first out rotation for the bar.
Content writer
My Wedding Reception Ideas
2013 - 2014, 2018-2020
I wrote blogs and articles to increase web traffic and promote products. My blogs can be found here.
Intern - writer/editor
Pettit College of Law, Ohio Northern University
2013
I worked as the primary content writer for The Writ, a magazine published annually by Ohio Northern University's law school. In addition to writing content, I researched the school's history as well as attended events when possible, took pictures, interviewed students/faculty/alumni, and corresponded with the printing company in order to comply with their graphic design requirements.
Student Affairs Office Assistant
Ohio Northern University
2012 - 2014
I worked in the Student Affairs office for the Director of Residence Life and the Assistant Director of Residence Life. I answered a multi-line phone system, responded to student and parent emails, greeted guests, maintained student records, filing, and other administrative responsibilities. I created and maintained a spreadsheet of students moving onto campus early to ensure dorms and staff were prepared.
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Resident Assistant
Ohio Northern University
2012 - 2014
I worked as a resident assistant for Ohio Northern University for two years. This job included leading, mentoring, tutoring, event planning, and more. I served as a resource for students living in residence halls on campus. I occasionally had to respond to crises on campus.