Veterinary Nurse
An Atlanta native and creative, I explore graphic design, media and marketing, the fine art of photography and painting. My great passions are helping people live in unity with the Earth, so I offer many services to help people connect with their earthly and spiritual selves. I offer handmade cleaning and healing supplies, as well as educational blogs, newsletters, and social media posts; aromatherapy, reiki, (animal and human), as well as consultations to discuss holistic ways of living through Tarot, yoga, meditation, art therapy, forest therapy, crystals, astrology, nutrition, and other alternative healing modalities.
I currently have thrown myself into my first love of helping animals, working at an animal hospital in Atlanta.
In my spare time, I also cohosted a podcast called Blood Moon Milk educating others about the moon, astrology, crystals, and other holistic ways mindfully living. I currently do the audio editing too, and greatly enjoy the behind-the-scenes work. We are also expanding to live lectures and workshops hosted in the local community. I now occasionally work on a new spiritual podcast, read a lot, and play video games.
EXPERIENCE
Veterinary Assistant at Ansley Animal Clinic — 2018-Present
Began as a Kennel Assistant moving up to Assistant with Intermediate Tech Skills; focusing on checking in and out patients, keeping work areas organized and clean, knowing the proper protocol for incoming patients, how to set up their cages, how to make and report Kennel Observations, how to handle contagious animals, and knowing basic medical terminology (ie NPO, UA, FF); as well as preforming bath, medicated and unmedicated, and handling and restraining patients, including caution animals, feral animals, and knowing the tools for restraining and handling. Learned various zoonotic diseases, and how to prevent, handle, treat, and clean/disinfect areas and patients who are exposed or are carrying such diseases. Further training skills: Weights and temperatures; nail trims; sample collection (urine, fecal, blood); expressing anal glands; clipping mats and sanitary shaves; soaks with chlorhexidine, betadine, and epsom salt; administering subcutaneous fluids; giving vaccines; giving medications in an IV; recovering patients after anesthetic procedures; IV catheter removal; obtained radiology certification; preformed surgery assistant duties; worked in the lab; worked in the pharmacy; medication administration; ear cleaning, flushing, and plucking; hot spot treatment; timed tests; taking appointments; obtaining history;
Soft skills: client service; learning time management between multiple tasks; communication between client, DMV, front desk, and “flow master”; handling patients in front of clients; preparing for appointments before meeting clients and patients and DMVs; having a good attitude; flexibility; keeping an “up-tone”; being patient and kind; leaving personal issues at home; putting the patient first; making sure the DMV is taken care of; willing to do the “dirty work.”
Creator and Writer at Notyourbasicwitch — 2015-present
Founded ------------, a blog and e-commerce store with astrological, historical, and culturally-focused content and digital services, such as in-depth tarot readings.
This endeavor allows me a platform to share philosophic curiosities with others interested in the ancient history, literature, astrology, and what is now known as 'the Occult'. Gaining proficiency in digital marketing apps, such as Shopify, MailChimp, and Google Analytics is also a nice benefit.
Assistant, aromatherapist at natural nest, atlanta, ga — 2016-2018
Offering the families of Atlanta natural alternatives to green living, whether that be in their homes or offices. We hand-make all natural, non-toxic, food grade cleaning supplies, and use 100% natural, organic essential oils for their cleansing and aromatherapeutic benefits.
Assisting with day-to-day tasks such as management, time keeping, travel, cleaning and researching the best ingredients and oils for individual clients' needs. I also redesigned the website and its content to better fit a more modern and updated look and message.
Contributing Writer at WITCH MAG (badwitch.es) — 2016-2017
Alternative lifestyle-based digital magazine featuring articles and blogs for readers involved in paganism, witchcraft, the occult, feminism, and other New Age interests.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Roost Realty, Denver, CO, 2016-2017
Create professional, brand consistent social media marketing graphics.
Researching information about the Denver area to focus marketing around the highlights of the communities that Roost Realty serves.
Researching marketing tactics specific to the real estate market, as well as general market research for social media activity.
Bookseller, Barnes & Noble Atlanta, GA 2015-2016
Provide excellent point-of-sale customer service; build rapport with regular clientele; conduct general store upkeep.
Increase customer loyalty by exceeding sales conversion goals on purchased memberships (awarded for 3.7% conversion rate out of a goal of 2.6%); provide the service of an experience rather than a purchase.
Photograph special events and guests, such as Jenn McAllister from YouTube, and Lee Greenwood, author of Proud to Be An American.
Oversee proper merchandising of product; continued checks of inventory; working with a small team and closely with managers to creatively display product for our unique store's layout.
Receive and return product in accordance with Barnes & Noble's inventory system.
Assistant product marketing manager, Anime-zing Escape, Inc McDonough, GA 2012-2015
Execute and manage point-of-sale transactions; escalate customer feedback; provide exceptional customer service; administer onboard training for new hires; maintain general store upkeep.
Assisted the store owner with choosing which products to buy, in what quantity, and set prices according to shoppers' trends, and researching pricing and buying trends of competing businesses. This was done in person by going to distributors' warehouses, or in virtual meetings when buying from our online distributers.
Moderate and manage social media outlets (Facebook, Tumblr, Twitter, Pinterest); generate and revise web content and eCommerce product data; curate and promote in-store events. (This includes creating budgets, buying materials, set-up, curating and planning events with special guests, running panels, creating advertisements, announcements, providing photography and videography of the events and special guests, as well as photographing new product to be uploaded to social media and the store's website).
Process and track incoming/outgoing inventory and invoice filing.
office assistant, new hope accounting & tax services, mcdonough, ga 2012-2011
File and process individual and corporate tax information; track expenses; perform finance reconciliations.
General secretarial duties; secure management of sensitive client data.
Use of Excel spreadsheets and Microsoft Outlook
Managed several companies’ payroll systems.
EDUCATION
Gordon State University, Barnesville, GA — BFA English Language & Literature, 2015
Phi Theta Kappa?
Sigma Tau Delta
3.5 GPA + Dean’s List
Volunteer Experience
drawchange
drawchange teams up with Nicholas House to provide therapy for the children at the home in the form of art. I assist Jennie with admin work at the drawchange office, and volunteer to work with the children at Nicholas House. Nicholas House provides housing for homeless families, and drawchange provides creative outlets for children, allowing them self-expression and creative growth, furthering their chances at a healthy mental and psychological state, as well as increased gains in academic performance, and feelings of empowerment in an otherwise helpless-feeling life situation.
Nicholas House
Nicholas House is the only homeless shelter in Atlanta that helps families relocate and find new homes, including single dads and children of all ages. I work with drawchange to visit the children, and do art projects with them, take them on field trips, and I helped in the drawchange5K, which helped the children living at the Nicholas House. (Some of them even ran!)
Skills
Research ?Writing ?Photography ?Event Planning ?Audio Editing (Garage Band, iMovie, Audition)?Inventory Management ?Blogging ?Editing ?Sales ?Marketing ?Creative Writing ?Web Content + Web Content Writing?Event Management ?Data Entry ?Merchandising ?Retail ?Proofreading ?Retail Sales ?Advertising ?Visual Merchandising ?Inventory Control ?Email Marketing ?Digital Marketing ?
An Atlanta native and creative, I explore graphic design, media and marketing, the fine art of photography and painting. My great passions are helping people live in unity with the Earth, so I offer many services to help people connect with their earthly and spiritual selves. I offer handmade cleaning and healing supplies, as well as educational blogs, newsletters, and social media posts; aromatherapy, reiki, (animal and human), as well as consultations to discuss holistic ways of living through Tarot, yoga, meditation, art therapy, forest therapy, crystals, astrology, nutrition, and other alternative healing modalities.
I currently have thrown myself into my first love of helping animals, working at an animal hospital in Atlanta.
In my spare time, I also cohosted a podcast called Blood Moon Milk educating others about the moon, astrology, crystals, and other holistic ways mindfully living. I currently do the audio editing too, and greatly enjoy the behind-the-scenes work. We are also expanding to live lectures and workshops hosted in the local community. I now occasionally work on a new spiritual podcast, read a lot, and play video games.
EXPERIENCE
Veterinary Assistant at Ansley Animal Clinic — 2018-Present
Began as a Kennel Assistant moving up to Assistant with Intermediate Tech Skills; focusing on checking in and out patients, keeping work areas organized and clean, knowing the proper protocol for incoming patients, how to set up their cages, how to make and report Kennel Observations, how to handle contagious animals, and knowing basic medical terminology (ie NPO, UA, FF); as well as preforming bath, medicated and unmedicated, and handling and restraining patients, including caution animals, feral animals, and knowing the tools for restraining and handling. Learned various zoonotic diseases, and how to prevent, handle, treat, and clean/disinfect areas and patients who are exposed or are carrying such diseases. Further training skills: Weights and temperatures; nail trims; sample collection (urine, fecal, blood); expressing anal glands; clipping mats and sanitary shaves; soaks with chlorhexidine, betadine, and epsom salt; administering subcutaneous fluids; giving vaccines; giving medications in an IV; recovering patients after anesthetic procedures; IV catheter removal; obtained radiology certification; preformed surgery assistant duties; worked in the lab; worked in the pharmacy; medication administration; ear cleaning, flushing, and plucking; hot spot treatment; timed tests; taking appointments; obtaining history;
Soft skills: client service; learning time management between multiple tasks; communication between client, DMV, front desk, and “flow master”; handling patients in front of clients; preparing for appointments before meeting clients and patients and DMVs; having a good attitude; flexibility; keeping an “up-tone”; being patient and kind; leaving personal issues at home; putting the patient first; making sure the DMV is taken care of; willing to do the “dirty work.”
Creator and Writer at Notyourbasicwitch — 2015-present
Founded ------------, a blog and e-commerce store with astrological, historical, and culturally-focused content and digital services, such as in-depth tarot readings.
This endeavor allows me a platform to share philosophic curiosities with others interested in the ancient history, literature, astrology, and what is now known as 'the Occult'. Gaining proficiency in digital marketing apps, such as Shopify, MailChimp, and Google Analytics is also a nice benefit.
Assistant, aromatherapist at natural nest, atlanta, ga — 2016-2018
Offering the families of Atlanta natural alternatives to green living, whether that be in their homes or offices. We hand-make all natural, non-toxic, food grade cleaning supplies, and use 100% natural, organic essential oils for their cleansing and aromatherapeutic benefits.
Assisting with day-to-day tasks such as management, time keeping, travel, cleaning and researching the best ingredients and oils for individual clients' needs. I also redesigned the website and its content to better fit a more modern and updated look and message.
Contributing Writer at WITCH MAG (badwitch.es) — 2016-2017
Alternative lifestyle-based digital magazine featuring articles and blogs for readers involved in paganism, witchcraft, the occult, feminism, and other New Age interests.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Roost Realty, Denver, CO, 2016-2017
Create professional, brand consistent social media marketing graphics.
Researching information about the Denver area to focus marketing around the highlights of the communities that Roost Realty serves.
Researching marketing tactics specific to the real estate market, as well as general market research for social media activity.
Bookseller, Barnes & Noble Atlanta, GA 2015-2016
Provide excellent point-of-sale customer service; build rapport with regular clientele; conduct general store upkeep.
Increase customer loyalty by exceeding sales conversion goals on purchased memberships (awarded for 3.7% conversion rate out of a goal of 2.6%); provide the service of an experience rather than a purchase.
Photograph special events and guests, such as Jenn McAllister from YouTube, and Lee Greenwood, author of Proud to Be An American.
Oversee proper merchandising of product; continued checks of inventory; working with a small team and closely with managers to creatively display product for our unique store's layout.
Receive and return product in accordance with Barnes & Noble's inventory system.
Assistant product marketing manager, Anime-zing Escape, Inc McDonough, GA 2012-2015
Execute and manage point-of-sale transactions; escalate customer feedback; provide exceptional customer service; administer onboard training for new hires; maintain general store upkeep.
Assisted the store owner with choosing which products to buy, in what quantity, and set prices according to shoppers' trends, and researching pricing and buying trends of competing businesses. This was done in person by going to distributors' warehouses, or in virtual meetings when buying from our online distributers.
Moderate and manage social media outlets (Facebook, Tumblr, Twitter, Pinterest); generate and revise web content and eCommerce product data; curate and promote in-store events. (This includes creating budgets, buying materials, set-up, curating and planning events with special guests, running panels, creating advertisements, announcements, providing photography and videography of the events and special guests, as well as photographing new product to be uploaded to social media and the store's website).
Process and track incoming/outgoing inventory and invoice filing.
office assistant, new hope accounting & tax services, mcdonough, ga 2012-2011
File and process individual and corporate tax information; track expenses; perform finance reconciliations.
General secretarial duties; secure management of sensitive client data.
Use of Excel spreadsheets and Microsoft Outlook
Managed several companies’ payroll systems.
EDUCATION
Gordon State University, Barnesville, GA — BFA English Language & Literature, 2015
Phi Theta Kappa?
Sigma Tau Delta
3.5 GPA + Dean’s List
Volunteer Experience
drawchange
drawchange teams up with Nicholas House to provide therapy for the children at the home in the form of art. I assist Jennie with admin work at the drawchange office, and volunteer to work with the children at Nicholas House. Nicholas House provides housing for homeless families, and drawchange provides creative outlets for children, allowing them self-expression and creative growth, furthering their chances at a healthy mental and psychological state, as well as increased gains in academic performance, and feelings of empowerment in an otherwise helpless-feeling life situation.
Nicholas House
Nicholas House is the only homeless shelter in Atlanta that helps families relocate and find new homes, including single dads and children of all ages. I work with drawchange to visit the children, and do art projects with them, take them on field trips, and I helped in the drawchange5K, which helped the children living at the Nicholas House. (Some of them even ran!)
Skills
Research ?Writing ?Photography ?Event Planning ?Audio Editing (Garage Band, iMovie, Audition)?Inventory Management ?Blogging ?Editing ?Sales ?Marketing ?Creative Writing ?Web Content + Web Content Writing?Event Management ?Data Entry ?Merchandising ?Retail ?Proofreading ?Retail Sales ?Advertising ?Visual Merchandising ?Inventory Control ?Email Marketing ?Digital Marketing ?