Loyola Marymount University - African-American Studies
Operations Associate at Point Seven Group
Public Relations
Tamara
Haywood
Union City, California
Exceptional writer and educator known for forward-thinking ideas and being detail-oriented. Expertise in all facets of editing, researching and project management within fast-paced environments. Skilled in collaborating with both internal personnel and external partners to achieve objectives. Instrumental in developing compelling multimedia content within a variety of arenas, including digital publications, grant proposals, and university course curriculums. Capable of managing multiple projects and priorities with aggressive deadlines.
Brand Ambassador
• Provide excellent consumer education and customer service at high end dispensaries.
• Assess patient needs and provide recommendations on products.
• Effectively communicate key features of each product to provide customers with appropriate solutions.
Operations Associate (Contractor)
Aiding in the technical writing and formulating of state-compliant applications for major cannabis license types, including crafting standard operating procedures for all aspects related to facility operations.
Communications Specialist
Tamara worked at Self-employed as a Communications Specialist
Lecturer
• Developed and delivered comprehensive curriculum for introductory and mid-level classes utilizing new methods of teaching to reflect most up-to-date research.
• Delivered classes for up to 45 students, graded examinations, and assessed student coursework.
• Held office hours to support student success, supervised student research projects and tracked class performance in an educational database.
Communications Consultant, Freelance
• Strategized, researched and wrote press releases, reports, updates, and op-eds.
• Researched, compiled, wrote and edited report findings “Ready to Work: Black Workers in Los Angeles County” report and presented findings in PowerPoint presentations to community leaders.
• Provided leadership support to research and coordination of the Black Worker Center Toolkit Project. Created unique content for Toolkit.
• Edited, proofread and formatted reports.
• Served as a resource for understanding research themes and provide historical analysis for data on working class communities.
• Assisted in cultivating online presence.
B.A.
Philosophy
Ph.D.
Philosophy
Dissertation titled "The Racial Vindication Project of Alain Locke", 2012 published by ProQuest, UMI Dissertation Publishing (July 17, 2012).
Recipient of Provost's Pre-doctoral Diversity Award. Served on Philosophy Department Hiring Committee. Participant in Rutgers University Summer Institute for Diversity in Philosophy.