Kendra Davis

KENDRA M. DAVIS 4345 MOUNTAIN CREST DRIVE |-|- OBJECTIVE To obtain a position that will utilize my proven communication and business development skills EDUCATION Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communication Minor: Business Administration May 2017 EXPERIENCE Project Assistant, City of Fort Worth, Fort Worth, TX February 2018-Present • Provided contract administration services for the Stormwater Facility Maintenance Agreement • Ensured timely review of agreement exhibits and supporting documentation • Identified gaps, streamlined, and automated processes to create more efficiency • Performed technical and complex tasks to expedite and resolve business issues • Monitored work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures • Made recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards and procedures • Evaluated team performance monthly by using key performance indication system and Microsoft Excel • Monitored and evaluated the quality, responsiveness, efficiency and effectiveness of administrative support services provided, service delivery methods and procedure • Ensured team productivity by hosting daily and weekly meetings as a group and 1:1 • Reviewed residential and commercial new construction building permits for the applicability and assessment of transportation impact fees • Updated the development permitting database with impact fee information and communicating that information to permit applicants • Remained well-versed in the transportation impact fee ordinance and other related regulations • Updated and maintained transportation impact fee databases • Prepared and provided transportation impact fee information and estimates for developers and their agents • Used and updated Geographic Information System (GIS) database to research property information, interpret and gather data • Assisted in project/process meetings by scheduling, tracking attendance, decisions, action items, and other relevant data • Responded to public information request regarding impact fees Marketing Coordinator, The House Fort Worth, Fort Worth, TX December 2018-Present • Created social media content for Instagram and Facebook • Promoted church services, events, and special occasions on a daily basis • Worked with team to create and push effective and creative content • Communicated with partners to further their investment with the church • Coordinated assets needed for sponsorships • Planned, coordinated, and executed special events throughout the year • Attended all events and gathered creative content for social media posts Substitute Teacher, Terrebonne Parish School Board, Houma, LA September 2017-February 2018 • Prepared course of study and course objectives in accordance with curriculum guidelines • Maintained effected classroom management strategies and applied advanced teaching capabilities in all subject areas • Planned, organized and presented engaging daily activities and lesson plans • Determined appropriate consequences for inappropriate student behavior • Managed classroom of 15-25 students Public Affairs Intern, Department of Transportation and Development, Baton Rouge, LA June 2015-July 2017 • Assisted in development and coordination of the department’s internal communications strategy • Recommended and assisted in the implementation of communications program goals and objectives; established schedules and methods for providing program services, including work plans, service level agreements and memoranda of understanding; and implemented all city communications policies and procedures • Worked with assigned departments to prepare communications and marketing strategic plans and materials including news releases, pamphlets and brochures • Monitored the effectiveness of assigned communications programs and recommended program changes in response to results • Maintained records and developed reports and correspondence related to the effectiveness of new or ongoing programs or projects; maintained and prepared statistical reports, as required • Represented the department at project meetings, community meetings, civic and government organizations • Conducted surveys and research to monitor effectiveness of assigned communications programs; recommended program changes in response to results • Adhered to assigned work schedule as outlined in the department and city attendance policies and procedures; ensured all behavior complies with the department’s Personnel Rules and Regulations • Managed event planning for ground-breaking, internal, and ribbon-cutting ceremonies • Drafted speeches and memos and assisted in policy research and data collection for presentations • Updated and maintained social media content for the public daily (i.e. Facebook and Twitter) • Monitored and evaluated effectiveness of communications programs and recommended program changes as a result Events/Training Chair, SPRINGFEST Minority Recruitment Weekend, Baton Rouge, LA Oct. 2016-April 2017 • Managed event logistics for programming on/off LSU’s campus including housing, dining, and social activities • Trained Team Captains and Team Leaders to facilitate activities and assist and support students • Planned activities to help Executive Board, Team Captains and Team Leaders build leadership and communication skills Chairperson, LSU Black History Month Committee, Baton Rouge, LA Aug. 2016-March 2017 • Recruited participants and organized staple events such as Mr. and Miss Imani Scholarship Pageant, College Reunion, Academia Lecture Series, and Sankofa Open Mic Night with the assistance of committee team leaders • Managed budget and increased sponsorship from local businesses (i.e. monetary donations and promotional items) by 55% • Directed production of all events in LSU Student Union Theater, AACC, and locations on campus Vice President of Public Relations, LSU Student Activities Board, Baton Rouge, LA June 2016-Jan. 2017 • Created new marketing and public relations/communication strategy to improve organization’s brand • Executed social media content for various apps (i.e. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat) • Increased branding awareness and publicity on campus and target audience engagement by 30% • Marketed weekly events for student audiences across multiple social media platforms Office Assistant, LSU Residential Life Student Conduct Office, Baton Rouge, LA Aug. 2013-Jan. 2016 • Completed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, file maintenance, and email correspondence • Assisted in creating presentations and spreadsheets for employer’s meetings and business trips • Screened telephone calls, greeted visitors, and responded to general inquiries • Managed monthly work schedule for employer • Conducted policy research for projects and events Assistant Director of Athletics, Student Government Association, Baton Rouge, LA Aug. 2014-April 2015 • Planned student bus trip to NRG Stadium in Houston, TX for LSU football season opener • Managed budget for student bus trip to Houston, TX • Organized Campus Life, Greek Life, and other student organizations’ group seating in Tiger Stadium • Improved communication between LSU Athletics and Student Government ACTIVITIES 2018 NFL Draft Ambassador, Black Sports Professionals, Susan G. Komen Baton Rouge Race for the Cure, NAACP Vice President, Student Government, Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity, National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Dance Marathon at LSU Morale Captain and Volunteer LSU SKILLS Public Speaking, Event Planning, Marketing Planning, Presentations, Effective Leadership, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Cloud (includes Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)in a municipal government environment are preferred.