Angela S. Fisher

Spontaneous Events & Communications  - Memphis, TN

Events & Communications Specialist: May 2009 – Current

                                                                     

• Develop communication strategies for media campaigns, including social media, and track the performance of campaigns

• Develop marketing materials including organization brochures and other print media, email blasts, social media posts, and website content

• Draft letters, emails, company memos, and other business correspondence for internal and external communication

• Prepare and submit grant proposals for various organizations

• Execute organization events that increase community engagement and improve staff morale

• Play an active role by contributing to the growth and scale of organization programs with innovative design

• Communicated and meet with clients in advance of events and assist in determining event needs and budget

• Guide clients in the preparation of events by interpreting and explaining contract provisions, policies, and procedures

• Prepare written details and requirements for each event; prepare floor plans and ensure compliance with applicable fire, building, and safety codes; communicate changes before and during events

• Worked with internal and external personnel to secure equipment and vendor services for events

• Develop and control event budgets including preparing pre-event financial estimates and completing post-event financial settlements based on contractual requirements.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, contractors, and clients

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Memphis Business Academy Schools - Memphis, TN

Educator, Team Lead, and Facilitator: August 2019- Current

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• Lead compelling and practical professional learning on research-based practices in literacy instruction, topics including knowledge-building instructional materials and the explicit teaching of reading foundational skills

• Design and develop creative learning experiences and materials in multiple modalities, including synchronous remote learning methodologies, blended classroom learning, interactive eLearning modules, videos, device learning labs, infographics, and reference materials

• Conduct informal classroom observations to assess the quality of instruction and support coaches and leaders in identifying trends within and across schools

• Leverage learning technology to create learning content that is measurable and cutting-edge

• Set up and maintain data systems and support teachers and leaders to engage in ongoing reflection and use of data to drive improvements

• Ensure academic and professional growth measures for individuals according to the Tennessee Academic Standards and Common Core Standards for English Language Arts

• Manage complex relationships with cross-functional stakeholders in an environment with timely deadlines and high business impact

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MLK College Preparatory High School - Memphis, TN

11th & 12th  Grade English Teacher: June 2018 – July 2019

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• Created implemented and adjusted curriculum to align to TN State Standards

• Produced assessments that effectively measure academic progress based on teaching methods.

• Work with the high school team to analyze data, revise practices, norms on team-wide initiatives, and discuss individual scholars with a solution-oriented mindset.

• Revised curriculum and teaching methods to increase rigor based on measurable and real-time data

• Create a system for exceptional effort and growth, both academically and behaviorally

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The Crescent Club - Memphis, TN

Member Relations Coordinator: March 2016 - July 2017

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• Spearheaded the conceptualization, planning, and production of programming and committees for the Club's 800+ members and guests.

• Partner with Membership Director on New Member Orientations and New Member Receptions processes which are designed to acclimate and connect new Members within the first year.

• Assisted Membership director with Member recruitment process by building relationships with members, attending off-site networking events, and joining community organizations.

• Responsible for Club’s marketing communications, such as newsletters, websites, mass email, public relations, promotional material, and other collateral pieces.

• Fostered relationships with media relative to the public relations and promotion efforts of the Club.

• Work with Club’s food & beverage department to create, maintain function sheets and event files for each Member event, tradition and other promotions to include but not limited to entertainment contracts, P&L forecasts and event floor plans.

• Raised Member Retention rates by 67% within 12 months of employment.

• Increased Member Event attendance by 13 % in 2016 and 46% in 2017.

• Successfully spearheaded the development of four Member & Sub-Club Committee programs for the Club.

• Surpasses goal to raise more than $6,000 for the 2016 ClubCorp Charity Classic.

 

Hayti City Hall - Hayti, MO

Community Relations Coordinator: January 2015 - March 2016

 

• Acted as a liaison between city officials, local business,es and the community regarding city events, programming, legislative and political issues.

• Created social media content related to public policy and legislative issues shared via Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

• Managed all media and public relations issues.

• Drafted speeches, letters of support, talking points, and other documents for leadership in alignment with officials' goals and government policies.

• Planned, organized, and coordinated community events and special activities such as holiday events, expos, festivals, and parades.

• Collaborated with city officials to identify, research and recommend community outreach and engagement opportunities.

• Utilized social media as a marketing tool to promote upcoming community events, activities, and contests.

 

20/20 Companies - Blytheville, AR

Seasonal Brand Ambassador: November 2014 - January 2015

 

• Drove sales and increased brand awareness through personal interaction with customers.

• Utilized strength in strategic planning to continuously support the brand and brand’s current promotions.

• Coordinated and managed the execution of marketing/sales events on behalf of AT&T.

• Provide detailed information about the AT&T NEXT plan to customers and assisted with the activation process.

• Increased AT&T sales in Blytheville Wal-Mart by 23%.

• Sign up a total of 137 customers for the AT&T Next plan.

 

Arkansas Science Festival - Jonesboro, AR

Communications & PR Assistant: January 2014 – October 2014

 

• Developed Public Relations Campaign for the first Arkansas Science Festival.

• Managed day-to-day vendor and client activities including but not limited to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of public relations and marketing activities.

• Designed and developed content for promotional and collateral pieces such as brochures, T-shirts, booth tents, and banners for events. 

• Coordinated services for the event, such as accommodation and booth set up for participants, facilities, displays, special needs requirements, printing, and event security. 

• Produced detailed manuscripts of public relations campaign that included research results, media lists, spreadsheets, and other resources for future Public Relations Interns.

• Exceeded overall attendance goal of 2,000 participants. 

• Surpassed goal to have more than 20 vendors and activity stations at the Science Expo in October 2014.

 

Dean B. Ellis Library Arkansas State University -  Jonesboro, AR

Circulation's Managers Assistant: August 2010- May 2014

 

• Supervised student staff in Manager’s absence. 

• Assisted Circulation Manager with orientations, library tours, and training of new student workers. 

• Managed circulation desk activities including but not limited to checkouts, check-ins, organizing book carts, and returning materials to shelves. 

• Prepared new items for use in the library and acted as a resource provider by enforcing the university’s policies and regulations. 

• Partnered with Circulation Manager and library staff to design and implement plans for the yearly APS Convention.

• Performed administrative duties and other tasks assigned by management.

 

City Youth Ministries - Jonesboro, AR

Marketing & Public Relations Intern: January 2014- May 2014

 

• Overseen Community Relations and Enrichment programs.

• Strengthen and facilitated internal and external communications 

• Partnered with the university to create the Campus 365 Project to increase volunteers and provide mentorship programs for students.

• Assisted  Development Director with event planning and fundraising efforts to increase giving and encourage community involvement.

• Secured media placement with Occasion magazine and KAIT 8.

• Surpassed ticket sales goals for the annual Journey of Faith and Queen of the Hardwoods Charity events.

 

Women's Foundation of Arkansas - Jonesboro AR

Girls of Promise Public Relations Intern: January 2012-May-2012

 

• Worked closely with local board members and PR personnel to develop promotional materials, event schedule, and volunteer recruitment for events.

• Exceeded event volunteer and participation goals by 7%

• Organized media kits and event packages for speakers, news outlets, students, and volunteers. 

• Responded to mail, phone calls, and email inquiries regarding the events.

• Increased student enrollment and interaction with school districts by 23%.