Darliah Adams

Experience

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  National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)

  Feb 2015 - Nov 2019

  Cultural experience writer

  • Demonstrated ability to be insightful, funny, opinionated, thought provoking, game and write in an array of modes, with a knack for mounting surprising, persuasive arguments and finding unexplored angles on familiar subjectso Generated ideas for quick analysis, essays, reported features, cover stories, and conversation-starting (or conversation-ending) work on newscasts, social media and print publicationo Participated in in strategy brainstorms, ideation, and concept development and oversee mock creation Show less

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  Sheraton Iowa City Hotel

  Nov 2016 - Sept 2017

  Night Auditor

  • Rollover data from the day ensuring profit is correct for the day• Greet guest/check in guest and manage hotel organization• Encouraged teamwork, meticulous, critical thinking.

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  The Daily Iowan

  Jan 2017 - May 2017

  Tv news reporter

  • Delivered on-air news events in an engaging, exciting, and informative manner; interviewed faculty and students regarding pressing issues and turnaround storieso Developed news sources for general assignment and special areas of interestManaged B2C and B2B organic social media initiatives and activity for network across all social media platforms: Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and Youtubeo Monitored, measured and reported on all key engagement and content metricso Supported social content creative development process by collaborating with internal team and providing input on content needed, submitting content creation requests and managing delivery of content from design team Show less

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  Sinclair Broadcast Group

  Oct 2018 - Mar 2019

  Producer

  • Produced newscasts, while working collaboratively with the newscasts' Executive Producer, Talent, and Production Team to assist in the overall direction of the showo Printed scripts for anchors and built scrolling crawl daily and maintained with continual updates and breaking news• Forecasted how the station’s digital audience would respond to on-air content and made decisions to best populate the broadcast in anticipation

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  Faith on the Journey LLC.

  Nov 2019 - Jul 2021

  Public Relations Specialist

  Implement marketing, social media, SEO and website content strategies that will influence public opinion or promote ideas, products and services Design, create and publish media and print content using AdobePhotoshop, Canva, Adobe Premier and GarageBand • Plan and perform detailed analyses of process, tools and/or technology data inservice of implementing a new digital sales and engagement platforms includingunderstanding requirements, documenting operational processes, buildingeducation materials to ensure the learning toolset(s) is used effectively Designed, created and published interactive, end-user friendly websites using Wix and Wordpress Show less

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  St. Sabina Employment Resource Center

  Nov 2019 - Jun 2021

  Program Coordinator

  Managing a cohort of 30 clients both youth and adults for job readiness training. Collaborate over a span of three weeks getting to know each other and career interests for job placement within the Chicago areaTraining students with mock interviews and numerous activities preparing them for the workforce.Following up with them before,during and after placement to ensure workplace productivityPlanning and Developing with other coordinators, managing case notes and providing weekly updates to executive board members Create project management plan,budget and hand over deliverables on hard deadlines. Show less

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  Metropolitan United Church

  Apr 2020 - Oct 2020

  Administrative Assistant

  Collaborated with management team to create and post weekly Created monthly reports for leadership and administrative teams and acted as liaison between all departments to ensure proper communications and reporting practices Planned and coordinated successful corporate meetings and promotional events Planned and developed presentations for related on-site and off-site meetings. Prepared reports and contracts according to submitted Request For Proposals

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  Teach For America

  May 2021 - Jun 2022

  9,10 and 11th Grade ELA Teacher

  During this intensive training program, I engaged in virtual development while teaching full time at A.H. Parker School. During this time I wrote daily objective-driven lesson plans, teach summer school classes, and engaged in a large scale of professional development activities, including seminars, discussion groups, workshops, and individual and group reflections under the direct supervision of veteran teachers and experienced Teach for America staff members. I receive feedback and improve on a daily basis. I taught 10th - 11th grade English Language and Arts, as well as Advanced English Language and Arts. Show less

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  Wells Fargo

  Mar 2023 - Jan 2024

  Customer Service Representative

  Built and maintained relationships with not only our customers but key business partners across product, marketing, corporate affairs, and external agencies over the phone.Used creative thinking and problem-solving to Maintain a professional, friendly demeanor with customers at all times and ensure that their issue is resolved properly according to protocol.Collaborated with other staff on a daily basis, including multiple team members across Everday Banking and the Consumer Business Unit.Participated in team meetings and share ideas on how we can all continue to grow. Each day I check my NPS scores as well as my metrics to see where there is room for improvement and implement those new skills into my call-taking/efficiency. Show less

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  AmeriCorps VISTA

  Jun 2023 - Jun 2024

  Project Development Manager

  ● Spearheaded a team of 15+ organization members while engaging in a strategic planning process to overcome disparity within 8 neighborhoods ● Analyzed volunteer feedback and ratings to identify common issues and recommended changes to board members improving volunteer experience, resulting in a 35% increase in volunteer satisfaction ● Developed a systematic scheduling system for MCBB events, organizing and advertising events, developing and organizing an inventory for equipment and supplies, and identifying and implementing the MCBB Districts in the 8 neighborhoods ● Promoted to Lead Director of grant writing and event management within 2 months Show less

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  Habitat for Humanity International

  Aug 2024 - now

  Training And Development Coordinator