Experience
January 2024 - Present
YOUmake Miami,
Miami Dade County Public Library System
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Developing and conducting weekly instructional workshops on a variety of software and hardware, including GarageBand, Logic Pro, CapCut, Premiere Pro, TinkerCAD, DSLR photography and videography, stop motion videography, and basic culinary skills
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Consistently engaging and assisting patrons with media and technological needs to bring their personal projects to fruition
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Ensuring safe and proper use of equipment and materials, including 3D printers, musical instruments, cameras, audiovisual equipment, art supplies, and sewing machines
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Working with YOUmake staff to maintain a safe, welcoming, and productive environment for all patrons
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Maintaining musical, audiovisual, and 3D printer equipment by identifying and addressing issues, performing basic troubleshooting, and submitting ITD work orders
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Collaborating with MDPLS staff to record and edit videos for the “Who Am I?” video series
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Representing YOUmake at MDPLS outreach events through unique and engaging technological activities to encourage library card registrations and programming attendance
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Maintaining an accurate inventory of supplies and equipment
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Coordinating with supervisors and procurement to recommend purchases and replenish diminished supplies
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Proactively staying up to date on the latest software, media technologies, and developments through self-directed LinkedIn Learning training courses
Library Media Project Instructor
August 2018 - January 2024
Grace Church of the Firstborn, Northeast Branch
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Coordinated transition to online streaming and virtual ministry during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown
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Produced weekly live and in-person events and services for 150+ attendees
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Maintained a committed online audience of 1,000+ subscribers, averaging 1,500+ views per month
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Conducted informal workshops to get technologically challenged members of the congregation acquainted with online tools and platforms, such as Zoom, YouTube, and Facebook
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Designed thumbnails, icons, banners, flyers, and other graphics for YouTube
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Edited livestreams into multiple short clips to further promote the channel and boost engagement
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Operated, managed, and troubleshot professional audio and video equipment
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Trained, managed, and scheduled additional team members
Chief Audio Video Engineer
May 2021 - January 2024
Freelance
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Livestreamed various services and events solo and collaboratively, including church services, concerts, funerals, and conferences
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Coordinated with event planners and venue staff to design or modify existing audiovisual setups, improving both the in-person and remote viewing experience
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Transported, set up, and tore down audiovisual equipment across venues
Livestream Operator and Consultant
February 2020 - January 2024
Freelance
Copy Editor
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Edited memoirs, scripts, and essays for adherence to written English syntax
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Enhanced clarity, precision, and cohesion across clients’ written work
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Proofreading, copy editing, and line editing
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Provided professional and constructive feedback in a timely manner
Education
May 2023
Florida International University
May 2021
Miami Dade College
Certification in Professional and Public Writing
Bachelor of Arts in English Creative Writing
Associate of Arts in English Literature and Education
Skills
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Adobe Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat
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Microsoft Office Suite
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FL Studio
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GarageBand
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Logic Pro
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vMix: Live Video Streaming Software
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OBS: Open Broadcaster Software
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EasyWorship: Church Presentation Software
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TinkerCAD
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Fusion360
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Windows 10 and 11
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macOS