Devon Stewart has over 7 years of experience in agricultural communications, marketing, and event planning. She has a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Communications and Journalism from Kansas State University. Her previous roles include National Account Manager at Vance Publishing where she maximized sales and provided customer service, and Director of Youth Activities at the American Maine-Anjou Association where she planned livestock shows and mentored youth. She is proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe, and communication skills.
1. Devon Stewart
10945 Cleveland Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66109 (979) 571-7339 stewartdevonm@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS
Bachelor’s of Science in Agriculture May 2013
Major in Agricultural Communications and Journalism
Hutchinson Community College, Hutchinson, KS May 2011
WORK EXPERIENCE
Vance Publishing Lenexa, Kansas May 2015 – January 2016
National Account Manager; Protein Division
• Maximized sales revenue from assigned accounts
• Provided customer service and assistance by acting as the link and primary
contact between customers and Vance’s publications
• Conducted follow-up meetings with prospective clients
• Built and maintained relationships with prospective and existing clients
• Represented Vance Publishing at numerous trade shows and conventions
American Maine-Anjou Association Platte City, MO August 2013 – May 2015
Director of Youth Activities and Show Events
• Manage social media networks and website
• Assist with editing, proofreading and designing advertisements in the Maine-
Anjou Voice
• Plan and coordinate five national livestock shows
• Oversee the Junior Board of Directors
• Promote and fundraise for youth events and livestock shows
• Mentor youth in the livestock industry
Kansas State University Manhattan, KS 2012-2013
Broadcast Intern, The K-State Radio Network
Reporter, Ag AM in Kansas
• Conducted television and radio interviews with industry professionals
• Recorded and edited audio pieces
• Represented the K-State Radio Network at numerous conventions
KR 92.1 Radio Station, Belleville, KS Summer 2010
• Recorded and edited news pieces, advertisements and public service
announcements
• Promoted local companies in a positive manner
• Sold advertisements to local businesses
2. APPLICABLE SKILLS
Computer Programs
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Proficient in Adobe Audition CS6, Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop
Communication
• Work with team members to plan and execute national and youth events within
time and cost budgets
• Effectively communicate with adults and youth in the livestock industry both
written and in person
• Write and publish news articles and press releases
Leadership
• Member of the 2009-2011 Hutchinson Community College Livestock Judging
Team
• Kansas Livestock Association scholarship recipient
• American Junior Maine-Anjou Association Queen, 2007