Resume

Kaylee McElle Smith

Salt Lake City, UT 84102 • (801) 635-8506

kay.mcelle@gmail.com

Profile

Organized, self-driven nature and keen eye for visual aesthetics make me a strong asset to any creative, communicative project. I have had experience building and upholding brand identities and am looking to continue this work. 

Education

University of Utah, College of Humanities, Salt Lake City, Utah

 B.A. in Communication with an emphasis in Strategic Communication

Degree expected: May 2022

Current Grade Point Average: 3.98/4.0

Utah State University, Logan, Utah 

August 2018-May 2019

Professional Experience

July 2021-present Marketing Intern, Utah Museum of Fine Arts, Salt Lake City, UT

Assist in performing research and creating promotional materials for upcoming exhibitions and social events. Collect, manage, and design content communicating through both written and visual means. 

June 2014-present Freelance Projects

Specialize in photography, cinematography, and video editing. Document and edit short films, documentaries, podcasts, wedding videos, video blogs, and event highlights. Direct channels, accounts, and brands through digital marketing and social media management.

Aug. 2019- Dec. 2019   Departmental Assistant, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah 

Served as an assistant to my professor and the university’s Film and Media Arts Department. Carried out tasks such as running errands around campus and handling film equipment. 

Other Employment

Jan. 2021-present Store Clerk and Cashier, Utah Museum of Fine Arts, Salt Lake City, Utah 

Opened, operated, and closed store. Managed inventory, assisted customers in their purchases, handled local art, created photo and text content for the website.

Aug. 2019-Nov. 2019 Discover Card Customer Service, Education At Work, Salt Lake City, Utah 

Performed outbound calls to Discover members, following strict code and security regulations while transferring them to the appropriate department.

Skills Experienced in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and Final Cut Pro X.

Honors          University of Utah Dean’s List 2019, 2020, 2021.