Keri-Lynn Shelly

Creative Professional | Designer | Academic Support Specialist

302-250 Marconi Blvd, N5V 1A7, London, CA.

About

Highly versatile and goal-oriented professional with a proven ability to manage independent projects and rapidly acquire new skills across diverse domains including LLM and AI utilization, technical writing, and digital design. Leverages strong analytical thinking, problem-solving capabilities, and a creative approach to deliver impactful results and enhance organizational efficiency. Committed to continuous learning and applying ingenuity to drive successful outcomes in dynamic environments.

Work

Smithsonian Transcription Centre

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Digital Volunteer

Washington, DC, US

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Volunteer

Summary

Actively contributes to the preservation of historical documents by accurately transcribing and meticulously proofreading entries for the Smithsonian's extensive online database.

Highlights

Transcribed and cataloged numerous historical documents and collection records, significantly enhancing public access to valuable cultural heritage data.

Ensured the integrity and accuracy of digital archives through rigorous online proofreading and editing, maintaining high data quality standards.

Supported a global initiative to digitize and make accessible historical information, contributing to broader research and educational opportunities.

Upwork, Toluma, Appen

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Freelancer

London, ON, Canada

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Summary

Led diverse creative and content projects, encompassing branding, web design, copywriting, and technical writing, for a range of clients across multiple online platforms.

Highlights

Designed and developed compelling brand identities, including logos and web interfaces, for multiple clients, significantly enhancing their market presence and visual appeal.

Authored high-impact copywriting and technical documentation, improving communication clarity and engagement for client projects and achieving specific project goals.

Managed end-to-end project lifecycles for freelance assignments, consistently delivering projects on time and exceeding client expectations for quality and proficiency.

Leveraged expertise in graphic design and digital marketing to create visually engaging assets and strategic content, driving client success and online visibility.

Grace United Church

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Music Director

London, ON, Canada

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Summary

Directed and performed musical accompaniment for church services and special events, fostering community engagement and enhancing the spiritual atmosphere for congregants.

Highlights

Provided musical accompaniment for over 100 services and numerous special events over 2.5 years, enriching the worship experience for an average congregation of 50 members.

Collaborated effectively with church leadership and volunteer teams to plan and execute diverse services and events, ensuring seamless integration of musical elements.

Curated and prepared a varied repertoire of musical pieces, aligning selections with thematic requirements and enhancing congregational participation and overall service quality.

Education

Algonquin College

Ottawa, ON, Canada
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Certificate Program Bartending

Carleton University

Ottawa, ON, Canada
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Anthropology

Languages

French

Conversational

German

Basic

English

Native

Certificates

Responsive Web Design

freeCodeCamp

Web Development

Mimo

UX/UI Design (University of Minnesota)

University of Minnesota

Bartending Cert. with Smart Serve

Smart Serve

Visual Design (Skillshare)

Skillshare

Marketing Fundamentals (Google Garage - Digital Marketing)

Google Garage

Principles of Accounting I & II

Fanshawe College

Skills

Technical Skills

Technical Writing, Copywriting, AI Prompt Engineering and LLM Utilization, Typing ( 62 WPM), HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, SQL, Research, Visual and Product Design.

Professional Skills

Design Thinking, Independent Project Management, Analytical, Problem Solving, Ingenuity, Integrity, Resilience, Creativity, Outside-of-the-Box Thinking.