Katie Deacon
Davidson
Summary
I am a current student-athlete at Davidson College. I am an intended English major and communications minor, with an interest in marketing and communications. I have a background in social media marketing, professional communications, managing finances, strategizing community engagement, and experience using Canva Pro and Photoshop. I am confident in my teamwork experience, helpful role on numerous boards and teams, and commitment to projects and responsibilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Davidson Athletics Communication Team Intern
Davidson Athletics
Davidson
12.2024 - Current
- Created graphics, social media posts, and cover photos for Davidson College athletics.
- Gained skills in Canva Pro and Photoshop.
- Assisted the marketing and communications team with in-game posts, graphics, and advertisements.
- Involved in multiple social media projects to increase engagement with the Davidson College tennis team.
Member of Strong Girls United
Strong Girls United
Davidson
10.2024 - Current
- Assists with selling or donating merchandise with encouraging quotes, motivations, etc.
- Organizes and participates in community events, such as engaging with young female athletes at local community sporting events.
English Tutor and Mentor
Angels and Sparrows Soup Kitchen
Huntersville
09.2024 - Current
- Tutors children from low-income households (below the poverty line)
- Supports and assists students from Kindergarten through Middle School in English-speaking skills.
- Organized team building activities for younger students.
D1 Track and Field Athlete at Davidson College
Davidson College Athletics
Davidson
08.2023 - Current
- Gained skills in teamwork, team management, and team organization.
- Requires personal skills such as intense commitment, organization, time management, consistency, and patience when facing adversity.
Hostess
Treat
Morganton
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Organized table arrangements and seating, assisted waiters and waitresses, and managed events.
- Assisted walk-ins, managed reservations, and answered phone calls.
- Gained skills in service, organization, teamwork, and business.
Youth Philanthropist Board Member
Burke County Philanthropy Board
Morganton
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted organizations in writing grants, and interviewed non-profits applying for grants.
- Presented to the Board about applied grants, organizations, and the pros and cons of such organizations.
- I wrote letters responding to organizations and decided on funding finances.
- Along with other board members, created an anti-vaping app and created a presentation for the Burke County School system.
Education
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
Morganton, NC05-2023
Davidson College
Davidson, NCSkills
- Social media management, editing, increased engagement, content creation, and marketing
- Skills in Canva Pro and Photoshop
- Experience in team collaboration and management
- Community engagement
- Experience in budget tracking, professional communication, and managing finances
- Creativity and innovation
- Dependable and reliable
Languages
French
Professional
Accomplishments
- Top 10% of graduating High School class and member of the National Honors Society.
- Voted "MVP" of Cross Country and Track team Sophomore, Junior, and Senior year of High School and "Most Improved" Freshman year.
- Voted the North Carolina 3A West Conference Track and Field "MVP" 2023 and 3A Indoor Track State Champion as an individual.
Affiliations
- Participated in the 2025 "DISC" Leadership event and multiple other Davidson Athletics teamwork events.
- Experience as a Nanny for multiple families from 2021-2024.
Timeline
Davidson Athletics Communication Team Intern
Davidson Athletics
12.2024 - Current
Member of Strong Girls United
Strong Girls United
10.2024 - Current
English Tutor and Mentor
Angels and Sparrows Soup Kitchen
09.2024 - Current
D1 Track and Field Athlete at Davidson College
Davidson College Athletics
08.2023 - Current
Hostess
Treat
01.2023 - 09.2023
Youth Philanthropist Board Member
Burke County Philanthropy Board
01.2022 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
Davidson College
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