Résumé
Professional Summary
A passionate communication specialist designing unique and compelling content to strategically amplify impact through creative web design, innovative digital solutions for an enhanced and efficient workflow, social media, and marketing initiatives. Utilizes a care-driven mindset to foster healthy relationships and meaningful community engagements and equip individuals with tools to grow and heal.
Skills
Communication Strategy
Ideation & Problem Solving
Social Media Strategy (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc.)
Adobe Creative Suite
Squarespace Web Design
Mailchimp Email Marketing
HTML/CSS
Google Analytics, Google Ads
Canva
Equipping and Training Teams
Professional Experience
Digital Marketing Specialist, Youth Mentor & Leader
Josiah Venture / Društvo Več — Ljubljana, Slovenia
2018 – 2024
Designed and implemented comprehensive marketing strategies, including social media campaigns, content creation, and volunteer training, resulting in increased engagement.
Created the Mladinski Tabori (Youth Camps) brand, achieving a significant following on social media (Slovene-specific audience). mladinskitabori.si
Developed and managed an online database of resources for youth leaders in Slovenia, enhancing accessibility and user engagement. drustvovec.si/mladinska-orodjarna
Led workshops and provided training on discipleship and outreach for cross-cultural and Slovene volunteer teams.
Communication Assistant & Youth Ministry Admin Assistant
Grace Church of DuPage — Warrenville, IL, USA
2014 – 2018
Spearheaded website redesigns using ModX and Squarespace, improving user experience and content management.
Developed communication strategies, leveraging CRM tools to enhance outreach and engagement.
Streamlined sermon podcast workflows, ensuring timely, high-quality content delivery to support community needs.
Education
B.A. Broadcasting and Digital Media
Minor in Bible, Focus in Digital Film and Video
Cedarville University, 2010 – 2014
Additional Training
Completed Narrative Focused Trauma Care Level II training, focused on engaging stories of trauma and abuse.
The Allender Center, Seattle School of Theology and Psychology (2024)
Utilizes experience with and resources from Building A StoryBrand by Donald Miller
Leverages Growth Resources and Principles from: Emotionally Healthy Leadership by Pete Scazerro, The Working Genius by Patrick Lencioni (Heidi’s Genius: Wonder and Invention, Competency: Discernment and Galvanizing)
Activities
NCAA DII Women's Basketball Player and Scholarship Recipient (2010–2014)
Volunteer Youth Leadership Team, Grace Church (2014–2018)
Ministry Developer and Team Leader, Youth Outreach and Equipping Young Leaders, “Grow Trnow,” Slovenia (2021–2024)