OBJECTIVE: To become an advertising copywriter.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
- Various writing skills: prose, technical, research-based, and creative.
- Computer skills: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, WordPress, and MS Office.
- Capable researcher, interviewer, public speaker, and office employee.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- DePaul Honor Society Newsletter Co-editor, 2011.
- DePaul Honor Society Newsletter Art Director, Fall Issue, 2010.
- Presidential Scholarship recipient, DePaul University, 2010-2014.
- Published copy appearing on MealBaby.com, TwobyFour, 2010.
- Created material for advertising portfolio, TwobyFour, 2010.
- English Department Student of the Year recipient, Andrew High School, 2010.
- Consistently remained in top 10% of class rank, Andrew High School, 2006-2010.
EMPLOYMENT
Honorable Mentions Honors Society Newsletter, DePaul University, 2010-Present: Chicago, IL
Co-Editor, Art Director
- Collects, writes, and edits articles.
- Created various layouts and arranged photos and articles.
TwobyFour Advertising Agency, Summer 2010, Fall 2011: Chicago, IL
Intern
- Created headlines, taglines, and advertising copy.
- Designed logo.
Steak ‘n Shake, 2009 – Present: Tinley Park, IL
Server
- Performs customer service while interacting with a diverse clientele and staff.
The Mash, Chicago Tribune, 2010: Chicago, IL
Staff Writer
- Interviewed sources, conducted research, and wrote news articles.
- Appeared monthly as a single writer and/or collaborating with other staff writers.
ACTIVITIES
Adventors Advertising Club, DePaul University, 2011-Present
Vice President of Communications
- Engages in social media to keep members informed about upcoming events and meetings.
- Active group that creates campaigns, visits agencies, and learns from professionals in advertising industry.
National Honor Society, Andrew High School, 2008-2010
President
- Coordinated social and fundraising events.
Speech, Andrew High School, 2006-2010
Event: Radio Speaking
- 2010 State Qualifier; 3-time Sectional Finalist.
- Created headers and various layouts for newspaper each month.
The Circuit Newspaper, Andrew High School, 2006-2010
Front Page Editor, Entertainment Page Editor, Staff Writer
- Wrote editorials and articles each month.
- Created headers for newspaper each month and various layouts.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
- American Cancer Society, 150+ volunteer hours, Summer 2008
- Cook County Sheriff’s Youth Service Medal of Honor recipient, 2008
