Natalie J Minor, CPO®

Experience

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  University of Baltimore

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2009

  Student Leader

  President's Council and SGA Board MemberPresident and Event Coordinator for the Student Events BoardODK Community Service and Volunteer ChairPeer Networking Advisor

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  Center for International and Comparative Law

  May 2005 - Sept 2007

  Copy Editor/Layout Designer

  Copy Editor/Designer for the University of Baltimore School of Law. Produced four issues each of the journals Ius Gentium and International Legal Theory while reformatting to book layout, approved by Springer. Created the Center’s first style/user manual, adapted from Chicago Manual of Style, for the use of the law Student Fellows and successor(s). Designed marketing for and helped schedule the Center’s speakers, events and film symposium.

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  Wolters Kluwer

  May 2007 - Jun 2009

  Journal Production Editor

  Medical Journal Production Editor for this international publisher of academic books and journals. Managed the print and online publication timelines and budgets of six journals; orchestrated backlogs of up to 200 articles, including pre-publication articles, special issues and data supplements, using Excel, PubFusion and Editorial Manager. Copyedited, scanned, uploaded manuscripts to specific journal, AMA, or society styles and template design.

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  Bloomingdale's Home Store

  Oct 2009 - Jan 2010

  Visual Manager's Assistant

  Created tablescapes, arranged bath and bedroom displays, assisted in living space presentations, made fashion clothing and accessories statements.

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  CALA Academy (Currently Language Xpress)

  Feb 2010 - Sept 2010

  ESL Teacher and Pronunciation Tutor

  Taught adults at all levels (1-8) of English, monitored student progress, and provided evaluations through teacher reporting sheets. Created dialogue and real-life scenario activities, and tutored individuals in pronunciation, grammar, writing, and conversation. Used recordings, white board, craft materials, familiar objects, forms and flip cards as teaching materials.

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  Minor Edits

  Mar 2010 - Dec 2015

  Independent Contract Editor/Publications Specialist

  Performed the level of editing requested by clients using preferred editing tools. Interviewed, researched and ghostwrote (5) books for experts. Created and edited online articles for DIY, community sharing and environment. Expert knowledge of CMS, AP and AMA styles and referencing. Grant, technical and resume experience. Managed business accounts, budget and taxes.

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  Demand Studios

  Jul 2010 - Dec 2011

  Freelance Editor

  Edited eHow.com online articles using a hybrid of AP and house style (fact-checking, grammar, mechanics, rewrites).

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  Macy's

  Oct 2010 - Apr 2012

  Visual Merchandiser

  Charter Club Cashmere Specialist (merchandising)Visuals Assistant (corporate-recognized for the execution of Christmas displays)Flex and on-call employee (price-changing, merchandising, inventory, and dock work)

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  Black Rock Solar

  Apr 2012 - May 2013

  Office Administrator

  Non-profit solar installation company. Supported the Operations Manager, Deputy Director, and Construction Crew Manager in producing and filing employee, client, donation, and industry contact records. Built Owner’s Manuals for installations and materials folders for the NVEnergy SolarGenerations rebate incentive program. Maintained all vehicle paperwork, computer and office equipment.

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  Burning Man Project

  Jul 2013 - Apr 2020

  Create, manage and improve multi-tracking systems, implementation and dispatching of rental equipment to the Department of Public Works (DPW) and integral departments, which build the infrastructure for this 80,000+ participant event, keeping in compliance with contracts through vendors, the Burning Man Project, and the Bureau of Land Management.The Department of Public Works, Burning Man partners, and BLM rentals require over 1700 portos, 150 vehicles, 80 UTVs, 30 buildings, 4600 feet of fence, 20 cords of firewood and myriad locks and keys, heavy equipment and power distro materials to be smoothly and efficiently delivered and placed to the temporary city and its components during the build of this large and complicated metropolis.During set-up, event and teardown, I resolve maintenance and emergency calls via two-way radio, phone, email and site visits. During showtime, I orchestrate department swaps and motorpools, using unique reporting tools. Post-event, I ensure the timely return of all assets to vendors. Show less

  • DPW Logistics Manager

    Jul 2015 - Apr 2020

  • DPW Logistics Coordinator

    Jul 2013 - Jun 2015
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  High Rock Security

  May 2015 - Jun 2021

  Operations Managers Assistant

  Provide event and festival security and run shifts/teams on site. Use observational and interpersonal skills to follow non-confrontational philosophy, while using non-physical contact to solve issues and mediate. Respond to highly delicate situations with professionalism and discretion, and prevent issues from escalating. Cross-trained in rangering, investigations, surveillance, access control, vehicle and foot patrol, and traffic management. Work in close cooperation with public agencies including local, state, and federal law enforcement, medical and fire professionals, and other agencies. Show less

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  Minor Industries

  Nov 2015 - Jul 2018

  Professional Organizer

  Provide creative and aesthetic solutions to organizing people, spaces and events. Services include decluttering, staging rooms/homes, preparing for storage/moving, managing and filing paperwork, creating comfortable living spaces, clearing space in garages and driveways, decorating for house/office events, providing everyday tasks/suggestions for maintaining clutter-free lives.

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  Solstice (Costume and Vintage)

  Nov 2015 - Nov 2016

  Retail Store Manager

  Organized backstock rooms, owner's office and floor merchandise. Streamlined employee break times, scheduling issues and time management. Hired and trained new (and current) employees on systems, customer service and diplomacy. Conducted meeting agenda item for loss prevention and security.Strategized seasonal placement of store items. Directed/created store window display and fixture changes. Stocked, selected, packed and stored clothing and accessories on a cyclical basis. Arranged jewelry cases. Improved buying skills to supply the store with well-constructed clothing and costumes.Served as liaison between employees, community members, clothing vendors and the owner. Monitored cash drawer and daily reports, made deposits and register corrections when necessary. Shuttled clothing, jewelry, display items and fixtures to and from the owner's house and the store. Show less

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  Soulganizing

  Jul 2018 - now

  Certified Professional Organizer®

  I work with folks in various stages of transition, whose old organization tactics no longer work and leave them situationally disorganized. Or whose life or work has shifted gears in space, time or situation and they just don’t have the bandwidth to keep up. I have the experience and capacity to assist with executing a wide spectrum of outcomes and events.

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  Moving Mom

  Oct 2023 - now

  Personal Coach & Senior Move Manager