[Profile]
A long-time resident of Mobile, Alabama, I received a Bachelor of Science in Communication from the University of Mobile and attained a Master of Divinity in Urban Missions from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Hurricane Katrina struck Gulf Coast while I was working toward my master’s degree, and upon my return to New Orleans I added extensive experience in community relations through my church and the seminary. That work often involved meeting and assisting community members whose homes were damaged by the flood, gutted by Christian volunteers from cross the country, and rebuilt during the ensuing years. In addition to acting as a community-church liaison, I honed my photography skills and started a side business. I am now helping start a new church in Mobile.
[Experience]
ENTREPRENEURIAL EXPERIENCE
Freelance Photographer
Words Are Not Enough | Mobile, Alabama | August 2006 – Present
I am a freelance photographer, shooting engagements, weddings, and portraits. In 2007 I was approached by Invisible Children, a non-profit organization dedicated to telling the story of war-affected children in East Africa. I took promotional photos of the Displace Me event site at Tulane University in New Orleans. I also worked as a photographer at various ministry events and conferences in New Orleans and Fort Worth, Texas.
MINISTRY EXPERIENCE
Associate Pastor
revive:mobile | Mobile, Alabama | March 2010 – Present
I am the lead missionary; I plan, organize, and execute missionary activities in the Mobile area and eventually, across the globe. My role as associate pastor is to assist the lead pastor in everyday decision-making and to fill in for him as needed. In addition, I am responsible for the church’s web presence and community relations.
Church Planting Intern
North American Mission Board | New Orleans, Louisiana | January – May 2008
I worked as a church planting intern in the Gentilly and Filmore neighborhoods of New Orleans. I assisted in meeting with families and individuals whose homes were gutted by volunteers from Edgewater Baptist Church after Hurricane Katrina.
Community Missions Intern
First Baptist Tillman’s Corner | Mobile, Alabama | May – August 2003
I organized community events for the church, including a Backyard Bible Club, apartment outreach, and an apartment Bible study. I also used my graphic design skills to promote outreach fundraising events within the church.
OFFICE EXPERIENCE
Office Clerk
US Bureau of the Census | Mobile, Alabama | March – May 2010
My clerk duties included extensive paperwork preparation and computer data entry, as well as courier runs as needed. When necessary I would help train new clerks for the same work.
RETAIL EXPERIENCE
Team Member
Target | Mobile, Alabama | November 2009 – January 2010
As a seasonal team member at the local Target store I prepared food in the Food Avenue department and filled in at the front registers. I was also responsible for helping restock and keeping the overall store appearance as clean and organized as possible.
Associate
Books-A-Million | Mobile, Alabama | March – August 2001
As an associate and barista at Books-A-Million, I prepared drinks and food for customers in Joe Muggs Café while filling in for customer service during breaks. In addition to working in the cafe, I also helped restock the bookstore, participated in inventory, and worked the floor as needed.
New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
New Orleans, Louisiana — Master of Divinity (Specialization in Urban Missions), 2008
University of Mobile
Mobile, Alabama — Bachelor of Science in Communication (Advertising and Public Relations), 2004
[Skills]
I have worked extensively with Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, and I can work on both Mac and Windows operating systems. I am very familiar with social networking websites, including Facebook, Twitter, and WordPress. My camera is a Canon EOS 40D.
