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Deanna Ramsay

Waxhaw

Summary

Dynamic and versatile, with a rich background in public speaking, content creation, and writing. Excelled in engaging diverse audiences through exceptional storytelling and clear communication. Proven adaptability, editing prowess, and relationship-building skills have contributed to impactful presentations and compelling written work across various platforms.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Inspirational Public Speaker

Self
01.2005 - Current

Guest speaker for conferences, retreats, churches and events. Researches and studies extensively before writing 60 minute talks. Encorporates personal stories, humor, and the Bible to communicate truth in a relational way. Audience sizes from 100-3,000. Behind the scenes: writing script for the website (jonanddeanna.com), managing speaking inquiry, writing contracts for each event, booking airfare, rental car and hotel, submitting receipts for reimbursement.

Professional Singer

Self
06.2000 - Current

Traveled the world as a guest vocalist for conferences, corporate events, churches, and the US Military. Sings a wide range of styles and performs anything from 1 song to a 60 minute concert, with audience sizes ranging from 100 to 30,000. Has sung at a variety of places, including the Rose Bowl, NATO Headquarters in Belgium, and has recorded on over 50 albums and commercial jingles.

Piano Teacher

Self
08.1996 - Current

Teaches weekly piano lessons to students ranging from age 5 to 17.

Writer

HomeFront Magazine
01.2013 - 06.2019

Guest writer of articles for HomeFront magazine. Utilized exceptional content creation, writing, editing, and proofreading skills. Topics include Parenting, Marriage, and Christian Living.

Writer and Social Media Manager

I Like Giving
04.2015 - 04.2017

Content creation for nonprofit I Like Giving's (ilikegiving.com) social media pages, posting quotes and inspirational stories three times per week.

Ghost writer for book and curriculum.

Front Receptionist

Coldwell Banker
01.2004 - 06.2004

Facilitated communication between departments by forwarding calls or messages appropriately.

Worship Assistant

First Baptist Church of Lakewood
06.2000 - 06.2001

Completed administrative tasks, filing, answering calls, photocopying music, and assisting in rehearsals.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education And Vocal Performance

Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA
06-2000

Skills

  • Content creation
  • Exceptional storytelling
  • Attention to detail
  • Editing and proofreading
  • Clear communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Relationship building
  • Dependability and cooperation
  • Data entry

Timeline

Writer and Social Media Manager

I Like Giving
04.2015 - 04.2017

Writer

HomeFront Magazine
01.2013 - 06.2019

Inspirational Public Speaker

Self
01.2005 - Current

Front Receptionist

Coldwell Banker
01.2004 - 06.2004

Professional Singer

Self
06.2000 - Current

Worship Assistant

First Baptist Church of Lakewood
06.2000 - 06.2001

Piano Teacher

Self
08.1996 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education And Vocal Performance

Azusa Pacific University
Deanna Ramsay