Denajha Phillips is a student at the University of Missouri expected to graduate in May 2019 with a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Strategic Communication. She has work experience as an ophthalmic technician, caterer, leasing agent, and freelance writer. Her leadership experience includes being a peer mentor and co-chair of the Freshman Action Team for the Legion of Black Collegians. She is also a member of the National Association of Black Journalists and volunteers with the Food Bank.

1. Denajha M. Phillips
Phone: (815) 499-3372•Email: denajha97@gmail.com
EDUCATION
University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri Expected Graduation Date: May 2019
Bachelor of Journalism | Strategic Communication
SKILLS AND WEBSITES
WORK EXPERIENCE
Ophthalmic Technician, University Hospital, Columbia, Missouri January 2017 – Present
• Document daily visual acuity measurements, eye pressure measurements, and corneal measurements
• Test and measure eye muscle function, assist with contact lens fitting and patient instruction
• Greet patients and proceed in visual field and autorefractor testing if necessary
• Prepare for and contribute to in-office procedures on a varied demographic of patients
Caterer, AmeriServe Food, Columbia, Missouri August 2016 – Present
• Practice effective teamwork through communication in a large staff environment
• Focus on comfortability and customer satisfaction by tending to them every ten minutes
• Render positive attitude and high stamina during lunch and dinner rush hours
Leasing Agent, Rise on 9th
Apartments, Columbia, Missouri August 2016 – January 2017
• Assisted property manager with filing lease addendums for new tenants
• Navigated prospects through the leasing/tour process via phone, email, and text
• Created daily social media content in efforts to market waived fees and specials
• Monitored website chat to provide 24/7 assistance to potential tenants
• Programmed marketing campaigns and residential events on and off MU campus
Freelance Writer, Sauk Valley Media, Sterling, Illinois May 2016 – August 2016
• Heightened interpersonal skills through interviews with local business-owners
• Completed and submitted 2-3 article assignments per week to editors
• Utilized and abided by AP Style writing in soft and hard news articles
LEADERSHIP AND VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Peer Mentor, MU TRiO CATS Program February 2016 – Present
• Aid mentees in understanding and accessing resources by implementing weekly help sessions
• Provide beneficial academic support to first generation freshman TRiO students
• Meet with assigned mentees twice a week to monitor their academic and social progress
• Assist mentees in acquiring study techniques and time management skills
Freshman Action Team Co-Chair, Legion of Black Collegians September 2015 – Present
• Rebranded social media presence by utilizing the use of Twitter and Snapchat to promote events
• Offer proficient guidance in agenda making and event planning to freshmen executive members
• Efficiently plan weekly meetings and monthly events and community service for students
• Uphold the Legion of Black Collegians’ government constitution to its entirety
Member, National Association of Black Journalists August 2015 – Present
• Discuss proper journalism etiquette and professionalism in the workplace
• Mentored by successful Missouri School of Journalism students
• Attend journalism panel discussions, community service, and guest speaker presentations
Volunteer, The Food Bank for Central and Northeast MO November 2015 – Present
• Offer assistance about 10 hours/month with packaging hundreds of perishable items and goods for families
• Inform about 20 team members on daily tasks and what to do to accomplish those tasks
• Establish personal connections with members by practicing verbal communication skills
Software Version Social Media Websites
Microsoft Word•Excel•PowerPoint•Outlook Facebook•Twitter www.deethejournalist.wordpress.com
Google Drive•Docs•Sheets•Slides Pinterest•Vimeo www.speak2150.atavist.com/speakfinalproject
Adobe Premiere Pro•Photoshop•Audition Snapchat•Instagram www.linkedin.com/denajhaphillips