Blakeley Bedwell
Phoenix
Summary
Organized and proactive administrative professional with experience supporting multi-campus church operations and coordinating large-scale events. Skilled in scheduling, project management, and volunteer coordination. Brings five years of student ministry leadership, including leading junior high small groups and planning events. Strong communicator with a heart for youth and a focus on behind-the-scenes support that empowers ministry leaders.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Worship Administrative Assistant
Sun Valley Community Church
Gilbert
02.2024 - Current
- Help maintain and support a volunteer team of over 130 people through ongoing communication, organization, and care
- Coordinate flights, lodging, and transportation for team members traveling for conferences, events, or ministry opportunities
- Track team budgets, submit expenses, and assist with financial planning for events, and ongoing ministry needs.
- Process payments for contractors and manage related administrative tasks (e.g. forms, contracts, and documentation)
- Assist in planning and executing church-wide events by coordinating logistics, scheduling, communication, and support across multiple campuses
- Coordinate calendars for all team members to ensure alignment for meetings, events, and travel
- Organizational Admin in Planning Center Online, and proficient in Asana, Slack, Rock RMS, and Google Suite
Caddie Shift Lead & BayHost
TopGolf
Gilbert
11.2021 - 01.2024
- Greeted and entertained players with engaging, friendly, and professional service
- Followed all safety procedures
- Displayed knowledge in the technological golf tracking system and point of sale systems
- Manage team of up to nine co-workers and assign tasks
Barista
Starbucks
Mesa
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Delivered customer service in a fast-paced environment by preparing customized beverages and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere
- Managed daily operations including opening/closing procedures, inventory restocking, and maintaining cleanliness to ensure store readiness
- Collaborated with team members to meet peak-hour demands efficiently while upholding brand standards and quality control
- Handled cash and mobile transactions accurately using POS systems, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2025
Skills
- Calendar and Schedule Management
- Travel and Event Coordination
- Budget Tracking and Expense Reporting
- Volunteer and Team Management
- Time Management and Organization
- Google Workspace and Microsoft Office proficiency
Certification
- FEMA IS-922.A, Applications of GIS for Emergency Management
- FEMA IS-247.C, Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) for Alert Originators
- FEMA IS-42, Social Media in Emergency Management
Volunteer Experience
Youth Leader, Sun Valley Community Church, Gilbert, AZ, 5/01/21 - Current
- Serve as a weekly small group leader for junior high students, fostering a safe, supportive environment for personal growth and faith development
- Build trusted relationships with students, walking alongside them through life's challenges and milestones
- Act as a mandated reporter in the state of Arizona, maintaining a high standard of care for student safety and wellbeing
- Provide leadership and mentorship at annual summer camps, assisting with activities, small groups, and programming
- Stepped in to run midweek junior high services in the absence of the student pastor, overseeing service flow, volunteer teams, and student engagement
Timeline
Worship Administrative Assistant
Sun Valley Community Church
02.2024 - Current
Caddie Shift Lead & BayHost
TopGolf
11.2021 - 01.2024
Barista
Starbucks
11.2020 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Arizona State University
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