About Twanna Y'vette Ray | Twanna Y'vette

Twanna Y’vette Ray

Professional Summary

Multi-passionate creative professional with over 30 years of experience spanning cosmetology, ministry, performance arts, and digital media. As a Media Architect and Public Relations Consultant, I bridge the gap between faith, beauty, and digital entrepreneurship. Proven track record in client transformation, social media management, video production, and public speaking. Adept at engaging diverse audiences through inspiring, high-impact content that blends aesthetic expertise with strategic digital growth.

Professional Experience

Content Creator, Media Architect & Coach Self-Employed | 1990–Present

Digital Content History: YouTube creator since 2007; Early adopter of live streaming via Periscope (starting 2015).
Architect digital growth strategies, develop digital resources, and manage online communities to foster digital entrepreneurship.
Produce and direct variety content, blending beauty, lifestyle, and ministry teachings.
Virtual Assisting Training: Completed 06/29/2009.
Life Coach Training (Master Level): Completed 05/30/2008.

Licensed Cosmetologist & Makeup Artist Self-Employed | 1991–Present

Delivered personalized beauty consultations, bridal makeovers, and fashion-focused makeup applications. Passion for makeup artistry established early in teenage years.
Cosmetology License: Obtained 12/09/1991; Continuing Education completed 08/14/2009.
Small Business Management: Southeastern Business Academy, 1991–1992.
Theatrical Makeup Training: Completed 05/23/2005.
Awards: Two excellence awards in Creativity, Makeup-Styling, and Color Theory (1990–1991).

Church Musician, Minister & Psalmist Ebenezer Christian Church / Independent | 1991–2022

Served as the primary Church Musician for approximately 31 years.
Ministry: Ministers License (08/27/2005); First sermon delivered (2005); Ministry of Music (03/06/2009); Voice of Prophecy (06/01/2006).
Vocal Background: Lifetime experience in singing (since age 5) and choir direction (since 07/15/1995).
Current Status: Ongoing ministry work and student of World Bible School (WBS) in Biblical Education.

Additional Professional Background

General Experience: Extensive service industry and administrative experience including roles in fine dining, convenience stores, fast food (Dairy Queen - initial career role), and medical insurance.

Education & Credentials

Doctorate of Christian Counseling: Hill University (Houston, TX) — 11/16/2009
Continuing Education (Biblical Studies): 04/24/2006
Musicianship (Piano 101 & Voice): Calhoun Community College — Fall 2005
Theater: 05/23/2005
GED: 06/06/1996
Secondary Education: East Lawrence Elementary, Walter Jackson Elementary, Oak Park Middle, East Lawrence High, Courtland High.

Awards & Honors

National Association of Professional Women Award: 07/14/2009
Cosmetology Excellence Awards (Creativity & Color Theory): 1990–1991

Technical Skills

Media Production: Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, YouTube Live, Videography.
Digital Management: Virtual Assistance, WIX Website Management, Social Media Strategy, Digital Product Development.
Performance: Piano, Vocal Coaching, Choir Direction, Songwriting.