Resume

summary

  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong motivation to achieve goals in career
  • Skilled at learning new concepts quickly, working well under pressure and communicating ideas clearly and effectively
  • Extensive computer training, including knowledge of computer graphics and design inPhotoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Fireworks and Flash
  • Considerable knowledge in XHTML, CSS and web design
  • High familarity with running internet forums, chats and word press sites.
  • Experience with high volume call center

education

  • Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design
    Shepherd University, Shepherdstown,WV 2008
  • Associates of Arts in General Studies
    Frederick Community College, Frederick, MD 2005
  • Web publishing courses
    American Public University, Charles Town, WV 2011

career history & accomplishments

  • Admissions Representative: American Public University System - 2009 to current
    Assists new students and prospective students with admissions process, enrollment, registration for class, transfer credits, and general information about the school via email, call center and chat. Assists with CMS (Site Executive) to update Admissions section of the university website.
  • Design Freelancing: 2003 - current
    Worked with clients assisting them in creating and editing their designs at their request, in a timely manner, using computer software - both PC and Apple.
  • Convention Presentations: 2008 - current
    Gave presentations to rooms of 700+ convention attendees every summer, using power point and video presentations to aid visuals.
  • Cashier: Bloom, Inc. - 2007 - 2008
    Worked as cashier in a fast moving environment requiring strong interpersonal skills.
  • School Computer Lab Assistant: 2003 - 2008
    Worked with students assisting them on the computer on how to use Apple-based programs, such as Adobe products, and helped with hardware/software errors students would encounter. Also assisted professors in installing programs.

memberships & organizations

  • AIGA member: 2007 - current
  • High School Art Club: 2002 - 2003
  • Girl Scouts: 1990 - 2002