Mackenzie McAnear
Resume
Education
Stephen F. Austin State University
2020-2022
I transferred to SFASU in the middle of the pandemic, and continued to study in English and minored in Creative Writing. I graduated Magna Cum Laude in the Summer of 2022.
Lone Star College CyFair
2018-2020
After high school, I attended Lone Star College majoring in English.
Job Experience
Writing Center Tutor
Lone Star College CyFair
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Nov 2023 - Present
Supported a number of college students in one-on-one tutoring to enhance their writing, organization, grammar, and stylistics. Designed 10 engaging workshop PowerPoints to enhance student writing, time management, and study skills. Developed a comprehensive resource binder to support diverse writing styles and techniques. Produced 2024 promotional video to increase Writing Center visibility and engagement.
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Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
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Apr 2023 - Present
​Delivered personalized tutoring to PK-12 students and enhanced writing, reading, and language skills. Fostered academic growth in diverse subjects and adapted teaching methods to individual learning styles. Adapt teaching methods to individual learning styles, fostering academic growth. Helped with admin by organizing students' old worksheets.
Merchandiser
Total Wine & more
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Apr 2023 - Jan 2025
Executed online order fulfillment and maintained inventory, thus increasing store effectiveness. Performed closing duties, including cart runs, creating pull lists, and sweeping floors to reset the store for the next day.
Sales Associate
Bath & Body Works
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Sept 2022 - Jan 2024
Assisted customers and processed sales transactions efficiently. Managed inventory, restocked shelves, and handled faulty merchandise.
Writing Intern
The Buzz Magazines
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Jun - Jul 2022
Conducted community interviews to enhance article authenticity and strengthen research depth. Edited articles to refine content quality and ensure clarity for a diverse readership. Verified event details to improve article accuracy.
Student Writer & Editor
The Buzz Magazines
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Sept 2016 - May 2018
A contributing writer to the “School Buzz” Junior year of high school. Interviewed fellow students and faculty for seven articles, and sometimes conducted research. Continued as a Student Writer my Senior year and became the editor for two Junior Student Writers.
Published Works
"The Dance"
Ohio State, Lima: Asterism
Contributor, 2022
"Rainy"
Stephen F. Austin, Surviving the Storm Chapbook
Contributor, Fall 2022
"Light in the Dark"
Stephen F. Austin, HUMID 15
Contributor, 2021
"Losing Hair, Gaining Perspective: Leukemia Patient Reflects on Hair-Loss Journey"
The Buzz Magazines
2022
"Heading Toward the Future"
The Buzz Magazines, School Buzz
2018
"Assisting Briarwood Students through Scholarship"
The Buzz Magazines, School Buzz
2017
"Alumni Game at The Briarwood School"
The Buzz Magazines, School Buzz
2017
"Breaking Down Barriers: The Briarwood School Lunch and Learn on Bullying"
The Buzz Magazines, School Buzz
2016
"Ice"
Stephen F. Austin, Surviving the Storm Chapbook
Contributor, Fall 2022
"Snow Bird"
Stephen F. Austin, Surviving the Storm Chapbook
Contributor, Fall 2022
"Eyes in Color"
Stephen F. Austin, HUMID 15
Contributor, 2021
"Dakota, age 2"
The Buzz Magazines
2022
"Hurricane Harvey: Briarwood Students Share Stories and Perspectives"
The Buzz Magazines, School Buzz
Co-authored, 2017
"Science Wiz at The Briarwood School"
The Buzz Magazines, School Buzz
2017
"Swim for Dyslexia"
The Buzz Magazines, School Buzz
2016
"Barriers"
The Anthology of Poetry by Young Americans
Contributor, 2016
"Where I'm From"
The Anthology of Poetry by Young Americans
Contributor, 2015
Professional Skills
Proofreading
Graphic Design
Canva
Mac OS
Social Media
Creative Writing
Editing
Technical Writing
Copywriting
Microsoft 365
Adobe Photoshop
Copyediting
Web Design
Google Workspace
Procreate
CPR Certified
Windows OS
Achievements
Sigma Tau Delta, Phi Iota
Member since 2021
Stephen F. Austin State University Dean's Honor Roll
Spring 2021, Fall 2021
National Society of Leadership and Success
Member since 2020
Stephen F. Austin State University President’s List
Fall 2020
Lone Star College CyFair President’s List
Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Fall 2019