Desani Lawrence
Lafayette
Summary
Highly-organized professional talented in promoting safety, activity engagement and positive behavior. Collaborates effectively with colleagues to generate innovative ideas and resolutions to complex problems.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant/Brand Marketing Assistant
BB&C Attorneys at Law
Lafayette
09.2024 - Current
- Drafted legal documents and correspondence for attorneys and clients.
- Organized case files and maintained document management systems efficiently.
- Assisted attorneys during client meetings by taking notes and summarizing discussions.
- Coordinated schedules for court appearances, depositions, and client consultations.
- Managed billing processes by tracking hours worked on various cases.
- Communicated with clients regarding case updates and procedural information clearly.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and case management practices.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
- Answered phones promptly while providing courteous customer service.
- Assisted in the creation of engaging content for websites and promotional materials.
- Collaborated with design teams to produce eye-catching graphics and branding elements.
- Managed scheduling for meetings, events, and projects to optimize team efficiency.
- Compiled reports on marketing performance metrics to track progress against objectives.
- Developed and maintained content and communications to drive marketing campaigns, activities and events.
Summer Camp Counselor
CUMC Early Learning
Lafayette
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, behavior, and medical information for each camper.
- Supervised groups of children during recreational activities.
- Provided guidance and support to campers in a safe, encouraging environment.
- Monitored swimming areas to ensure that safety protocols were being followed by all swimmers.
- Developed strong relationships with parents to provide updates on their child's progress at camp.
- Provided first aid when needed in accordance with established procedures.
- Managed disciplinary issues according to established policies and procedures.
Baker
Scones and Doilies
Lafayette
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Prepared dough for a variety of bakery items such as breads, pastries, pies, cakes and cookies
- Measured out ingredients accurately to ensure consistent product quality
- Operated ovens and other equipment to bake products according to established recipes
- Checked baked goods periodically during baking process to ensure desired results were achieved
- Monitored temperature of ovens and adjusted accordingly to maintain consistency in baking times
- Cleaned work areas, utensils, equipment and surfaces between batches of products
- Followed food safety guidelines while preparing all food items
- Ensured that all health regulations were followed at all times while working in the kitchen
- Kept records of daily production numbers for each type of item produced
- Rotated stock as needed to keep freshness intact.
LEAD DAYCARE ATTENDANT
CUMC Early Learning
Lafayette
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs
- Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents
- Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
SALES ASSOCIATE
Marshalls
Lafayette
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Worked alongside retail representatives to boost sales by enhancing product presentations and advertising collateral
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships
- Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging
- Prepared cash deposits up to $3,000 with zero discrepancies
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas
- This experience was cut short due to the Covid-19 Pandemic.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Ball State University
Muncie, IN07-2024
High School Diploma -
Mccutcheon High School
Lafayette, IN05-2019
Skills
- Accuracy-driven team member
- Clerical support
- Analytical problem solving
- Operational efficiency
- Office support
- Customer service
- Schedule and calendar management
- Appointment setting
- Administrative support
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Time management
- Calm under pressure
- Problem-solving
- Progress reports and documentation
- First aid
- CPR
- Problem-solving abilities
- Creativity and Innovation
Timeline
Legal Assistant/Brand Marketing Assistant
BB&C Attorneys at Law
09.2024 - Current
Summer Camp Counselor
CUMC Early Learning
05.2024 - 07.2024
Baker
Scones and Doilies
03.2022 - 05.2024
LEAD DAYCARE ATTENDANT
CUMC Early Learning
06.2021 - 03.2022
SALES ASSOCIATE
Marshalls
10.2020 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Ball State University
High School Diploma -
Mccutcheon High School