Colette Pippin

Experience

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  University of Missouri-Columbia

  Jan 2018 - Jul 2024

  Transitioned to a lead facilitator role for the last two months of this position to assist with combining two programs into one, creating social media posts and working with Marketing and Communications to effectively market our upcoming events. Saw a 30% increase in attendance to our biggest event of each semester due to marketing efforts.Trained new hires on all duties below and provided feedback for improvement:Designed customized teambuilding programs based on each group’s needs and goalsCommunicate complex instructions to participants clearly and conciselyFacilitated effective group reflections based in experiential education theoryMaintained participants’ physical and emotional safety in high-stress situationsUtilized a wide variety of technical skills, including challenge course inspection, gear inspection, knot tying, emergency rescues, and first aid. Show less

  • Outreach Coordinator

    Jul 2023 - Jul 2024

  • Student Employee Advisory Committee

    Nov 2021 - Aug 2023

  • Facilitator for MU Venture Out

    Jan 2018 - May 2023
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  Inter-State Studio & Publishing Co.

  Jan 2020 - Mar 2020

  Professional Photographer

  School photographyClearly instructed students of all ages into poses without touching themMastered a set of technical skills including lighting and background setup and camera settingsMoved kids through picture day with speed and efficiency while maintaining a positive attitude and taking professional pictures

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  Executive Advantage, LLC

  Nov 2020 - Mar 2021

  Office Assistant

  Create and schedule marketing posts for Facebook and LinkedInMarket Executive Advantage HR webinars and products to business owners Write and post articles concerning Human Resources issues on company websiteConduct phone screens and zoom interviews and assess candidates for client companiesCommunicate effectively with clients about candidates and schedule in-person interviewsPerform office procedures such as filing, printing and maintaining file security

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  JOANN Stores

  Nov 2020 - Jan 2021

  Team Member

  Provided excellent customer service to customers to make sure they left better than when they came inStocked and faced shelves and fabric, cleaned store for corporate evaluation (store received a glowing report)Helped customers find items and recommend products to complete their projects

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  Sea Base High Adventure, Boy Scouts of America

  Mar 2021 - Sept 2021

  Out Islander
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  Hy-Vee, Inc.

  Aug 2021 - Mar 2023

  Floral Designer

  Designed floral arrangements to satisfaction of customers in a timely mannerAssisted customers in finding arrangements suitable to their purposeCommunicated pricing, delivery, and flower arrangement information clearlyDesigned floral displays, floor and cooler

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  Freelance

  May 2022 - now

  Freelance Photographer

  Engagement, graduation, portrait, landscape and more photography to fit the needs of clients.

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  Philmont Scout Ranch

  May 2022 - Aug 2022

  Program Counselor

  Provided high-quality and fun team building experiences to scouts ages 12-18 on low ropes courses. Led self-reflective discussions about each activity with scouts to improve their trek moving forward. Performed polished songs and stories about history of Urraca Mesa to entertain scouts. Socialized with and welcomed advisors during advisors coffee. Kept cabin and living areas clean. Cooked and contributed to chores.

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  Como Rocks

  Oct 2022 - Aug 2023

  Social Media Manager

  Create ideas, graphics and copy for social media posts for the CoMo Rocks climbing gym. Use Facebook and Instagram business accounts to post content. Film and photograph for social media content. Attend meetings to communicate ideas and divide work.

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  Philmont Scout Ranch

  May 2023 - Aug 2023

  Assistant Photography Manager

  I helped schedule and manager five photographers for photography projects, requests and crew and staff photos around the ranch. I created several of my own photography projects and co-wrote a story that was published in the Phil News. This role included taking formal and creative photographs for the ranch for social media, stories, and posterity, as well as editing and uploading them to our site so patrons could purchase them. I also made sure other photographers were uploading and editing on time in order to get photos ready for social media and for purchase. Show less

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  University of Oregon

  Jul 2024 - now

  Social Media Coordinator

  Produce social media content for the Outdoor Program & DIY Shop for the University of Oregon. Lead day trips and help in rental barn and bike shop.