Kelly Hallford

Results-driven professional with 6+ years of experience leading teams, developing programs, coordinating events, engaging communities, and training individuals. Experienced in building programs from the ground up, managing multiple initiatives, recruiting and developing teams, coordinating outreach and promotional campaigns, and delivering presentations to large audiences. Strong communicator with a background in broadcast media, digital content, event production, and organizational leadership.

Young Adult Pastor / Program & Community Engagement Leadership at First Assembly Church (2024-09 – Present)

• Built and managed a weekly community program averaging 20+ participants, with peak attendance of 35.
• Developed programming, events, and engagement strategies to increase participation and community involvement.
• Executed on-campus outreach initiatives connecting with 100+ college students.
• Recruited, trained, and coordinated volunteers to support programs and events.
• Coordinated promotional materials, digital graphics, and communications for events and organizational initiatives.
• Supported live event production, including cameras, lighting, presentation technology, and event coordination.

Youth Pastor / Program & Event Leadership at First Assembly of God DFW (2022-06 – 2023-06)

• Led and facilitated weekly programs serving youth participants and families.
• Planned and coordinated special events, and community initiatives.
• Organized and executed outreach events designed to increase participation and community engagement.
• Recruited, coordinated, and supported volunteers across ongoing programs and special events.
• Developed and delivered presentations and training sessions for large and small groups.
• Coordinated multiple programs and projects simultaneously while working with staff, volunteers, and community members.

Staff Campus Pastor / Program, Training & Community Engagement at Chi Alpha Campus Ministries (2018-05 – 2021-06)

• Led weekly programs, workshops, and educational sessions for college students.
• Developed and delivered presentations and training sessions for large audiences.
• Coordinated programs, events, and outreach initiatives involving students and volunteers.
• Recruited, trained, and developed student leaders to take on increased responsibility.
• Coordinated promotional campaigns for programs, events, and outreach initiatives.
• Planned and led community service projects involving students and community organizations.
• Managed multiple concurrent projects involving programming, communications, recruiting, and event coordination.

Bachelor of Arts in Converged Broadcast Media – University of North Texas (2015 – 2018)