Taelor P.

Taelor P.

Sales Associate

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  • About me

    Human Resources Specialist at Federal Aviation Administration

  • Education

    • California State University-Long Beach

      2014 - 2016
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Journalism with a specialization in Public Relations (major) and Communication Studies (minor)

      Activities and Societies: The Public Relations Student Society of America, Long Beach I was involved in one of the largest student organizations, PRSSA. I joined my second semester after transferring to Long Beach, after changing the direction in my major. PRSSA gave me better knowledge and insight into the PR field. I joined the Executive Board during my final year as the Vice President of Communications which taught me the importance of balance, leadership, and teamwork.VP of Communications:• Managed social media accounts for Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter•… Show more I was involved in one of the largest student organizations, PRSSA. I joined my second semester after transferring to Long Beach, after changing the direction in my major. PRSSA gave me better knowledge and insight into the PR field. I joined the Executive Board during my final year as the Vice President of Communications which taught me the importance of balance, leadership, and teamwork.VP of Communications:• Managed social media accounts for Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter• Assisted and organized meetings and social events with the Executive Board members• Created a website for the organization• Responsible for acquiring all photography for events, social gatherings etc.• Wrote articles and blogs, and assisted with the newsletters• Represented our chapter at the 2015 National Conference Show less

    • El Camino College-Compton Center

      2010 - 2011
      Associate of Arts (A.A.) Journalism

      • Earned the remaining credits for my GE requirements • Pursued an AA in Journalism with an emphasis in Broadcast Journalism

    • Long Beach City College

      2013 - 2013
      Journalism

      Activities and Societies: The Viking Newspaper • Attended summer school to earn my last 3 units in order to transfer • Enrolled in a Journalism class for the Viking Newspaper • Served as a staff member and the Layout Editor • Wrote news stories and designed pages for the newspaper • One of the two students to receive the Cees Kendell Scholarship Award offered at the end of the semester

  • Experience

    • Gap Inc.

      Oct 2012 - Jun 2018
      Sales Associate

      • Cashier experience• Provided honest and accurate feedback to customers regarding store promotions and knowledge of products• Store visual merchandising and shipment experience• Recognized for exemplary customer service, exceeding sales goals, and a team-player mindset• Participated in assignment to improve customer care, merchandising, store metrics, and shrinkage control• Participated in fun events and activities for social media

    • Haute House PR & Marketing

      Jan 2015 - May 2015
      Marketing/Public Relations Intern

      • Wrote consistent pitches and press releases• Stayed up-to-date on the latest fashion trends and news• Created and monitored social media accounts for the company including Facebook and Twitter• Created and edited posts for Facebook and Twitter• Updated information for client outreach via Microsoft Excel• Accomplished a successful pitch for a client featured online for Glamour Magazine• Worked remotely• Collaborated tasks with another intern to meet deadlines and complete assignments Show less

    • Anderson Group Public Relations

      Jan 2016 - May 2016
      Publicity Intern

      • Wrote pitches and event invites for clients• Created mood boards for clients• Wrote blurbs for different magazines• Wrote client representation offers• Stayed up-to-date on the latest in entertainment• Created and updated press kits• Worked closely with publicists to create itineraries for clients • Received recognition from my supervisor for meeting deadlines and working well under pressure• Ensured accuracy of information for client outreach using Cision

    • Nordstromrack.com | HauteLook, a Nordstrom Company

      Sept 2016 - Jun 2020
      Copywriter Associate

      • Edited and crafted creative copy and product descriptions for web and digital app content • Used SEO tool, Conductor, for Search Engine Optimization (SEO) purposes including keyword searches• Communicated with brand and production teams to ensure appropriate editorial aesthetic and positive web experience• Used Filemaker Pro to locate, document, and update my assigned work• Utilized Sharepoint to track information provided from vendors• Ensured accuracy and quality of all information and requested missing information from appropriate vendor channels• Responsible for daily morning checks for restricted terms• Attended all copy meetings to discuss recent and/or new information within the company and copy team• Assisted with copy reference guide updates• Recognized by supervisors for work efficiency, prioritization skills, and willingness to take on more work and take on new challenges Show less

    • U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

      Jan 2021 - Aug 2023

      • Manage timecards for employees and coordinate with payroll when necessary• Primary purchase card holder responsible for completing all office supplies and equipment purchases• Serve as the point of contact for any administration inquiries and tasks• Attend daily morning huddles and important team meetings• Coordinate and oversee department projects and outreach events• Build and establish strong relationships with multiple vendors and staff members • Assist facilitating and coordinating important meetings for Executive Leadership members• Assist with travel inquiries and tasks for employees attending conferences, off-site meetings, etc. • Record and track all meeting minutes• Communicate all administration updates and concerns • Assist leading important administration meetings when requested • Provide outstanding customer service to staff employees and Veterans • Assist with distributing promotional material for our department including fliers, brochures, handouts, booklets, and more• Problem solve any issues affecting the department as a whole • Provide scheduling support for interviews for internal/external applicants• Create and update important documents, files, and Excel spreadsheets• Provide troubleshooting support for technical issues with computer programs • Keep track of budget expenses for each fiscal year to manage spending for purchase orders • Track and report daily metrics and KPIs keeping track on the numbers for our department Show less • Scheduled, re-scheduled, and/or cancelled a high volume of Veteran's appointments in multiple primary care and specialty clinics• Assisted training new MSA's and volunteered for new employees to shadow me• Created and updated guides/templates to assist/inform MSA's with the latest scheduling protocols and hospital contact information• Cross-trained and assisted working in other Primary Care clinics when requested• Utilized Microsoft Teams to communicate and collaborate with other MSAs and clinical staff to resolve any and all issues/concerns• Provided customer service to incoming and outgoing patients• Provided excellent administrative support and accurately processed confidential patient medical records and documentation• Earned ‘On The Spot’ awards for excellent customer service, leadership, and efficient work ethic Show less

      • Advanced Medical Support Assistant

        Jun 2023 - Aug 2023
      • Program Support Assistant

        Mar 2022 - Jun 2023
      • Medical Support Assistant

        Jan 2021 - Mar 2022
    • Pyro Media Network

      Dec 2022 - Aug 2023
      Marketing Specialist

      • Write, proofread, and edit all marketing content• Edit and write quarterly newsletters• Edit and write weekly/bi-weekly emails• Manage creative control over email content and newsletters collaborating with Production and the Design team• Collaborate on various task with multiple departments• Use Google Suite for meetings, tracking company emails, and writing content• Use software application, ClickUp, to track and complete all tasks

    • Federal Aviation Administration

      Aug 2023 - now
      • Human Resources Specialist

        Feb 2024 - now
      • Management & Program Assistant

        Aug 2023 - Feb 2024
    • Screen Rant

      Sept 2024 - Oct 2024
      Freelance Writer
  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Taelor P.
      The 2016 Distinguished Member Award Public Relations Student Society of America Apr 2016 The award honors my presence of my membership in PRSSA. As the 2015-2016 Vice President of Communications, I dedicated my time to monitoring all social media accounts for the student organization and I created the PRSSA website from scratch and maintained it with frequent updates.
    • Awarded to Taelor P.
      Cees Kendall Scholarship Long Beach City College Aug 2013 I received the Cees Kendall Scholarship after completing my class and position as a staff member writing for Long Beach City College's newspaper, The Viking. The scholarship is awarded to 2 students from the class, and I was lucky to be one of them.