Kimberly Graves
Executive Assistant / Graphic Designer
PEMBROKE PINES,FL
Summary
Driven and resourceful Executive Assistant with 30 years of experience supporting top-tier administrators. Track record supporting professional needs with well-organized precision. Successfully manages high-volume workloads. Proficient in travel management and schedule coordination. Expertly assists executive using exceptional communication and organizational skills.
Proficient Graphic Designer knowledgeable about logos, marketing materials and website design. Demonstrated success at providing complete business services to business clientele.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Designer-Owner
Cozee Designs
Pembroke Pines, FL
04.2017 - Current
- Work with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes and managing project milestones.
- Build corporate brands by designing cohesive looks with logos for apparel, print, and promotional items.
- Design website layouts, templates and unique branded looks.
- Put together videos for social media, advertising and informational purposes.
Principal's Secretary
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Miami, FL
08.2009 - 07.2015
- Assisted administrator with daily and special tasks as required.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Recorded new hires, transfers, terminations and changes in job classifications to personnel resources files.
- Maximized clerical productivity by effectively supervising staff of 10 clerical employees.
- Prepared bi-weekly payroll for 150 full-time and hourly employees using SAP System.
- Worked collaboratively with auditors throughout yearly reviews, each receiving perfect findings and zero exceptions.
- Completed forms, reports, logs and records to quickly handle all documentation for personnel.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls on administrator's hotline, while recording and forwarding accurate messages.
- Handled all travel arrangements and reservations for administrator and staff.
- Managed calendar for administrator to strategically coordinate meetings, appointments and events.
- Composed and proofread memos, letters and reports to verify error-free communication.
Executive Assistant
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Miami, FL
03.2003 - 08.2009
- Prepared documents, reports and presentations for Executive Director and Board Members using advanced software proficiencies.
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets and crafted presentations to support Executive Director and boost team productivity.
- Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or forward to appropriate personnel.
- Processed mileage expenses and reimbursements for Executive Director.
- Supervised junior office staff in correct procedures and office policies by organizing monthly meetings.
- Managed and organized filing and office systems.
- Handled incoming and outgoing mail, email and faxes.
Education
No Degree -
Central State University
Wilberforce, OHNo Degree -
Miami Dade College
Miami, FLHigh School Diploma -
Miami Northwestern Senior High
Miami, FL06.1979
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Writing and Editing Skills
- Ease with Computers and Technology
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Task Prioritization
- Dependable and Cooperative
- Client Relations
- Website Design
Timeline
Graphic Designer-Owner
Cozee Designs
04.2017 - Current
Principal's Secretary
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
08.2009 - 07.2015
Executive Assistant
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
03.2003 - 08.2009
No Degree -
Central State University
No Degree -
Miami Dade College
High School Diploma -
Miami Northwestern Senior High
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