New Resume

Aug. 11th, 2007 08:53 pm
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I did a little clean-up of my resume, and I'd really appreciate any feedback you may have to offer. Or, y'know, jobs.



Objective
Acquiring a part-time position of 20-25 hours/week that will offer me new challenges and in which I can learn new skills.

Summary of Qualifications

* very strong computer skills.
* familiarity with a number of software utilities, including: Word, WordPerfect, PowerPoint, Excel, PhotoShop, Argis Database Software, Microsoft Office, Summation, Law, and GIFTS
* flexibility and the ability to quickly learn and perform new job duties
* writing, editing, and proofreading experience
* good communication skills
* familiarity with online research tools
* management experience
* detail-oriented and skilled at prioritizing

Employment History

2006 - 2007 Program Assistant, Bush Artist Fellows Program Bush Foundation
Supported the Bush Artist Fellows Program through a time of transition. Initiated and implemented cost-saving correspondence method switch to email. Streamlined standard operating procedures. Duties included file system management, processing applications, database management in GIFTS, correspondence, handling inquiries, performing in-depth online research on individuals, proofreading, and other projects as required.

2001-present Freelance Writer
Copywrote non-fiction and proofread fiction and non-fiction. Have also written and had published several pieces of short fiction.

2002-present Coding Department Manager
NightOwl Legal Document Services
Managed the coding (legal data entry) department, with the highest profit margin in the company. Hired, fired, and trained employees, managed coding databases in Summation, established clear guidelines for projects, and met deadlines. In the imaging department, scanned legal documents, performed quality control checks, supervised projects, and trained new employees. Also wrote copy and proofread for graphics department.

1997-2002 Macalester College, Abby Blue, OfficeTeam
Contract employee in a variety of jobs, including customer service, ordering, cashier, legal document entry, receptionist, data entry, and general office support.

Education

1997 - 1999 Macalester College St. Paul, MN
Computer Science

Other Interests
Martial arts, photography.

References

Julie Dalgleish, Director
Bush Foundation
651-227-0891

Kevin Bitterman, Assistant Director
Bush Foundation
651-227-0891
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