Writer, Educator, Leader
Resume:
Jacob Coffin
Writer, Educator, Leader
Experienced leader, writer, and creative director with a strong background in education, theatre production, and sales. jakehcoffin@gmail.com
Tucson, United States
thecounterculturalcreative.com
linkedin.com/in/coffinjacob
SKILLS
Leadership Sales Teaching Creative Direction Written Communication Project Management Public Speaking Public Relations Google Suite Blogging Salesforce WordPress Fundraising KeyNote Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Canva Final Cut Social Media Management
WORK EXPERIENCE
High School English Teacher/Director of Theater Arts Desert Christian High School
04/2018 - Present,
Desert Christian High School is a private school in Tucson, AZ with an expansive Fine Arts Department. Plan, administrate, and direct the 3 full stage productions per academic year Design the theme and set design for each production Recruit and build production teams of paid staff and volunteers Teach, direct, and manage students in classroom sizes ranging from 10 - 30+ Manage and facilitate team needs and goals at each stage of production Develop the English III curriculum and the writing tutor’s guide for struggling student writers Contact : Jon Self, Principal - 520-***-****
Inside Sales District Manager (Small Business Services) ADP (Automatic Data Processing)
05/2017 - 02/2018,
ADP is a software company that provides payroll and HR services for businesses. Manage incoming sales opportunities via phone
Log sales processes accurately in the CRM
Turn leads to opportunities through follow-up phone calls and emails Awarded “Weekly Winner” (most impressive emerging trainee) Deliver robust knowledge and understanding of ADP’s services to clients Actively listen to clients to deliver the most useful services and/or products for the best client experience Fulfill daily, weekly, and monthly quotas
Contact : Taylor Anderson, VP of SBS - 909-***-**** Achievements/Tasks
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EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree in Creative Writing
University of Arizona
08/2012 - 12/2016,
Magazine Writing Creative Fiction: Novels
Public Speaking
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
ENG III: American Literature
Desert Christian High School
08/2019 - Present, Tucson, AZ
Plan and develop the American Literature Curriculum for high school juniors Differentiate instruction for gifted and special needs students Organize and facilitate Socratic seminars and other discussion groups Implement a wide variety of technology for student use and growth Contact : Cathy Simon (English Department Chair) - 520-***-**** Speech & Debate
Desert Christian High School
08/2020 - 05/2021, Tucson, AZ
Developed the Speech & Debate curriculum
Demonstrated best public speaking practices
Facilitated the Debate Team structure for in-class debate groups Analyzed student speeches and presentations and gave thorough, specific feedback Advanced Acting & Improvisation
CYT Tucson
08/2018 - 12/2018, Tucson, AZ
Developed the Advanced Acting & Improvisation curriculum Instructed students on how to perform various acting & improv exercises Demonstrated how to perform with energy, vocal projection, and body language Fostered a culture of encouragement, fun, and a commitment to excellence Contact : Therese Lester (former President of CYT Tucson) - 703-***-**** PERSONAL PROJECTS
Finished original non-fiction book (03/2021 - 12/2021) I brainstormed, organized, and drafted my first non-fiction book on the subject of creativity. It is currently being reviewed and revised before publication.
Authored and Developed the Student Writer’s Survival Guide for the writing tutoring lab (04/2022 - Present) I devised, compiled, and authored an interactive guide/manual/reference book to help struggling students with their academic writing. In this guide, there is a step-by-step “formula” on creating thesis statements, a step-by-step guide on best revision practices, and numerous ideas and resources for students to utilize when working on assignments. 6 Original Musicals (Book, Lyrics, and Music) (04/2017 - 02/2019) I wrote and directed 6 original musicals of varying lengths with a youth theater company my wife and I developed. The durations of the shows ranged from 30 minutes to 2 hours and 30 minutes.
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VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Article Writer
Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance
02/2017 - 04/2017, Tucson, AZ
Plan and research for online articles & blogs
Convert videos into written articles & blogs
Write engaging copy and articles for SAACA business partners Contact : Kate Marquez, Executive Director - 520-***-**** Tasks/Achievements
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