Sarah Dillard, CNAP

Administrative and Communications Specialist

Personal Statement
I am a dynamic communications and marketing specialist with over 8 years of professional experience who is motivated to
embrace a companys brand, mission, and vision. I thrive in an environment that is open to new ideas, innovation, provides room
for growth, and focuses on building a supportive team.

Contact Information
Phone
618-791-6936

Email

Employment History

Sarah.dillard5@gmail.com

Site Coordinator
The Adventure Club, February 2015-Present
Responsible for implementing and executing the organizations goal and mission at school
Ensure all children are in a safe, nurturing environment.
Teach Junior Achievement to children to prepare them for the future.
Coordinate and plan daily activities that align with the companys core values.

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Marketing Operations Representative

Horseshoe Hammond Casino, June 2014-November 2014
Introduced the Total Rewards program to new and current guests.
Issued comps based on play and description.
Ensured all guests are delighted and feel welcomed when they arrive.
Helped with promotional events and gift giveaways.
Communications and Outreach Coordinator
Sechler CPA PC, January 2013-September 2013
Conceptualized and promoted events to establish community presence.
Developed a new operational strategy for setting up and training clients on payroll system.
Strengthened the company by developing internal and external communication procedures.
Acted as client liaison between company and clients.
Enhanced the companys brand and mission by providing clients a community resources center and community calendar
of events.
Increased awareness of nonprofit industry news through newsletters, weekly updates, and social media.
Promoted companys B Corporation status through newsletters, events, and marketing materials.
Secured a scholarship for B Corporation retreat.
Provided information to author of a future B Corporation book.
Distributed and collected documents for cliental regarding 990, Form 1023, and 1099 information.
Staff Accountant and Social Media Specialist
Dennison Accounting Group, June 2011-January 2013
Reconciled bank accounts for multiple clients.
Provided bookkeeping for various industries such a HOA and Real Estate.
Managed contacts through Constant Contact.
Developed and maintained social media and communications.
Fiction Editor (Internship)
Superstition Review, January 2009-May 2009
Compiled a list of authors to solicit for the magazines upcoming issue.
Chose submissions for the magazine based on collaboration with co-editor.
Researched and conducted interviews with authors.
Communicated with authors through the publishing process.
Marketing and Program Coordinator
Nanas Children Mental Health Foundation, INC , August 2007-August 2009
Developed organizations marketing resource center through creation of flyers.
Increased community awareness through newsletters, flyers, donation campaigns, and blog.
Interviewed and trained team members, interns, and volunteers.
Collaborated with staff psychologist to create CPE learning program.
Setup and executed board meetings.
Managed organizations donor database and generated thank you letters and proof of donations to donors.
Provided administrative and logistical assistance to organizations annual gala.
Planned and implemented organizations play therapy rooms through setup and breakdown.
Maintained secure files regarding students at schools were therapy was provided.

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Education
Northern Arizona
University
MA English-Professional
Writing
2010-2015 (Anticipated
Graduation)

Arizona State
University
BA Literature, Writing, and
Film
2008-2009

Skills and Expertise

Microsoft Office,
Community Outreach,
Multi-tasking,
Coordination, Research,
Writing, Client Service and
Satisfaction, Nonprofits,
Volunteer Management,
Event Planning and
Management, Marketing/
Communications,
Professional Writing, Social
Media, Leadership,
Account Reconciliation,
Editing, Newsletter
Production, QuickBooks,
Internal and External
Communication Setup.

Volunteer Experience
GLK Student Fund, Junior
Achievement, HER
Foundation

Certifications
Certified Nonprofit
Accounting Professional,
QuickBooks Certified
Online and Desktop
ProAdvisor

Memberships
Interaction Design
Foundation, International,
Association of Business
Communications, Nonprofit
Technology Community