About Melissa

As Field Director/Field Organizer for South Carolina Equality, a non-profit organization working to secure civil and human rights for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) South Carolinians, I have developed a skill set which would benefit your organization in any capacity. The learning opportunities afforded to me by SC Equality have made me the polished professional I am today. I have a knack for media and communications, a skill I developed while working on a campaign, and my business instincts have been on target throughout my career. I am skilled in networking on all levels from grassroots to grass-top, as I have cultivated strong relationships across lines of race, class, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, etc. I am interested in using my professional network, my skills in media and communications, my knowlege of campaign systems, and my proficiency in information technology to advance your cause. At your request, I will provide outstanding verbal or written recommendations from some of this country's foremost leaders. I can start immediately.

Key Info

Position Desired	Full Time
Willing to Relocate	Yes
Commuting Distance	No Preference
Acceptable Travel	No Preference
U.S. Work Authorization	U.S. Citizen
Eligible for U.S. Security Clearance	Not Specified

Salary

Current Salary: $20,000 to $30,000
Desired Salary: $30,000 to $45,000

Interview

Why did you choose this career? (01/06/2008)

This career chose me. I have used every position I have ever occupied to explore a range of interests. I have the unique ability to teach myself complex systems by applying similar principles which govern things I already know.

What are your strengths? Weaknesses? (12/19/2007)

Strengths: my passion for the work, multi-tasking, good in any capacity, quick learner, highly intelligent, good with people, skilled in information technology and media work. Weaknesses: my passion for the work, inexperienced fundraising (hoping to develop that skill).