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Small opportunities are often the beginning of
great enterprises.-
Demosthenes (384
BC 322 BC) |
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Thats
exactly what I am looking for, a small opportunity. |
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I believe with five and half years of hands on marketing and promotions
experience, along with my pursuit of a degree in behavioral science, I
posses the practical knowledge that will make me a strong candidate for
your employment, and an ability to become an invaluable asset to your
company.
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Not
meaning to paraphrase my resume, but I believe at times many thing are
lost in bulletin summarizing. |
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My
Experience as an Event Coordinator and Promotions Manager for Trendwest
Resorts taught me the importance of time management, logistical
organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and
staffing. I was charged with the responsibility of managing booth space
at several trade shows and events in the effort of lead generation. I
was as well constantly faced with the challenge of keeping the companies
aging Drive your Dream promotion fresh and alluring.
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As a
Psychological Operations Specialist, The US Armys term for Product
Marketing Analyst, I routinely trained in target audience analysis,
human behavior, and persuasion methods. The culmination of this training
was used to create products ranging from leaflets, newspapers, comics,
as well as television and radio messages based upon current US national
objectives. I used this training in such missions and countries as
Kosovo, Macedonia, and Thailand.
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I am sure my
experience would be useful to you and your company. I look forward to
hearing from you to discuss any questions you may have and possibly set
a time for an interview. |
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I am
seeking a position of responsibility in an environment that supports an
opportunity for growth and skill building in but not limited to the
fields of event coordinating, marketing, and or promotions. |
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Coordinated the delivery of display equipment and vehicles to
and from events/malls, as well as staff to assist in
the setup and breakdowns of events. |
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Interfaced with event promoters, equipment vendors, car/boat
dealerships, mall management, professional dancers, and
printers/graphic artists in the operations of all events. |
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Was responsible for managing field operations at all
events/promotions; not limited to ensuring the staffing and
logistics were met, in place, and performing to company
standards. |
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Was consistently faced with the challenge of keeping the
Drive your Dream promotion fresh and alluring. Was able to
brainstorm new ways to mesh this promotion to meet the theme or
cliental of each venue. |
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Managed promotional kiosks at four to five shopping malls plus
one amusement park at any given time. |
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Interacted with the public routinely. Understood that
excellent customer service is the key to successful lead
generation. |
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Have worked several facets of over 100 event shows ranging
from conventions, street festivals, carnivals, and parades,
averaging two to three shows a weekend. |
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ΨPsychological Operations
Specialist |
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Assistant team leader during a six month Kosovo mission that
involved daily face to face dissemination of Psyop products and
information to the local populace. |
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Assisted in evaluating and analyzing current intelligence and
psychological operations studies in order to determine Psyop
targets. |
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Assisted in the collection and reporting of psychological
operations-related information. |
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Have traveled to foreign countries, in order to train host
nation soldiers within a class room setting on how to use basic
US military equipment. |
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As a team ATL, responsibilities included training of new
soldiers, ensuring team logistics were met, and performing the
duties of the Team Sergeant when needed. |
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Honorably discharged with the rank of Specialist, and pay
grade of E-4 +3. |
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Computer Skills: |
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Experienced user
of Microsoft Office XP 2003 (Word, Front Page) |
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Experienced user
of Adobe Photoshop (7.0, CS and CS2.) |
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Knowledgeable
understanding of Power Point, Publisher, and Excel-XP 2003. |
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Computer literate
in operating systems such as Microsoft Windows XP and 9X. |
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Basic
understanding and use of Html code. |
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Certified typing
speed of 43.04 words per minute, as of October 1, 2003. |
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Personal Skills: |
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Knowledgeable
understanding of effective narrative report writing. |
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Able to interact
effectively with all levels of management and employees. |
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Ability to manage
multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines. |
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Self-motivated to set
priorities and work with limited direction. |
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Ability to be
detailed, accurate, and thorough. |
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Awards: |
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Army commendation
medal. |
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Two Army achievement
awards. |
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Army good conduct
award. |
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National defense
service ribbon. |
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North Atlantic Treaty
Organization (NATO) medal. |
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Education: |
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Associates degree
(pending) |
Behavioral
Science |
Cupertino, CA |
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Currently enrolled in
night school. |
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