Experience

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  Cultures for health inc.

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2017

  Lead support agent

  As the Lead Support Agent, I led agents of the customer support team and ensured they consistently provided delightful troubleshooting expertise. All challenging calls and emails were escalated to myself to ensure win-win solutions.

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  Dakota rural action

  Apr 2016 - Sept 2016

  Community organizer

  Community organizer for the west river chapter of a grassroots environmental organization.

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  Crooked tree breadworks

  Oct 2016 - Aug 2017

  Head baker

  During this seasonal role as a Head Baker, I managed a team of ten bread and pastry bakers in a fast paced, detail oriented artisan sourdough bakery. In addition to team management, I created and test new recipes, conducted interviews, and completed the hiring and training processes for new employees.

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  University of montana

  Aug 2017 - May 2019

  Teaching assistant
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  Wild rockies field institute

  Aug 2018 - Aug 2020

  Field instructor

  - Developed and led collegiate field courses in environmental ethics, ecology,biodiversity, climate change, stewardship, advocacy and environmental writing Cultivated relationships with land managers within Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks, ranchers within the Tom Miner Basin, and indigenous range managers on the Blackfoot and Fort Belknap Reservations- Edited public facing digital media produced by course participants Hosted public engagement events on University of Montana's campus to attract students and donors- Managed course budgets and finances Show less

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  Magoosh

  Aug 2019 - Oct 2021

  Live class instructor and writing expert

  - Created and delivered a virtual Live Class curriculum to over 2000 GRE students Designed and launched a Guide to Admissions and a Statement of Purpose Live Class, overseeing the projects at all stages and achieving a key result of 60+ NPS Trained prospective graduate students in formal and technical writing skills ranging from statements of purpose, research proposals, and analytical writing assessments Acted as a public face of the company through scripting and recording weekly videos to add 25% new audience growth on YouTube in 2021- Partnered with 3 new organizations assisting underserved student groups in gaining access to affordable and effective test prep Show less

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  Rei

  Jul 2020 - Mar 2021

  Excelled at membership conversion by speaking to REI's mission to sponsor regional community conservation projects through membership dues Cultivated connections with members of several Nevada and Las Vegas environmental and recreation groups including the Amargosa Conservancy and Friends of Nevada WildernessShared expertise in camping, climbing, and action sports gear at a high- conversion REI retail location

  • Gearhead and Retail Specialist

    Jul 2020 - Mar 2021

  • Camping and Backpacking Gearhead

    Jul 2020 - Mar 2021
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  Amargosa conservancy

  Oct 2021 - now

  Executive director

  Mason currently serves as the Executive Director of a conservation non-profit organization working toward a sustainable future for the Amargosa River Watershed in Nevada and California: one of the most significant biodiversity hotspots in North America. Mason's responsibilities include:- Managing the organization's budget, and making key budgetary decisions- Serving as the public spokesperson for the organization at fundraising events and media appearances- Developing communications strategies and assets and executing solicitation emails and letters, action alerts, annual reports, op-eds, monthly Executive Director Reports, and blog entries- Working closely with the board of directors for oversight and input on programs, annual budget, and personnel policy- Working with professional consultants in the areas of Tribal Affairs and Collaborative Facilitation- Convening and leading coalition-based campaigns on land use and land designation issues- Spearheading the development of a bi-state watershed collaborative body to effectively and inclusively enhance communication and coordination across an array of issue and policy areas Show less