Resume

August 13, 2008

OBJECTIVE
Seeking a position in the media, arts, entertainment, or non-profit industries working in communications and marketing, event planning, design and production.

SKILLS
Adept in PC Windows and Macintosh. Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Adobe CS3 Photoshop,  Illustrator, and Premier as well as Final Cut Pro.

EXPERIENCE
Marketing, Design & Outreach Associate Americorps VISTA (Volunteer In Service To America)
BOSMA Enterprises, Indianapolis, IN 06/2008 – present
Participate on the Philanthropy and Marketing Teams to implement sustainable solutions for building name recognition and awareness of Bosma Enterprises’ mission driven business, services and products. Provide event
and design execution assistance in tandem with Bosma’s Event Planner. Educated the public by representing Bosma at special events to promote Bosma’s programs and services.

  • Raised media awareness by creating materials, and assembling and
    distributing press kits.
  • Educated the public by representing Bosma at special events to profile Bosma’s programs and services.
  • Produced initial multimedia presentations and videos used at special events.
  • Launched public education and promotional materials for Bosma’s Rehabilitation Programs, Volunteer Recruitment efforts, and sponsor appreciation.
  • Assisted with the on-location shoot for “Focus on America”, a national show that airs on CNN Headline News, Fox News, and the Lifetime Network.
  • Participated in recruitment video produced by the Office of Faith Based & Community Initiatives and the Corporation for National Service.
  • Served as an Associate Producer for Bosma’s new corporate video.

Americorps VISTA is the national service program designed specifically to fight poverty.  As a VISTA member, Ms. Clinton volunteered full-time for a year at Bosma Enterprises to help them ght the 74% unemployment rate among people with disabilities.

Human Resources Associate 03/2006 – 01/2008
Department of Veterans Aairs Medical Center, Indianapolis IN

Managed the transit and childcare benefits programs. Supported a variety of Human Resources functions including stang, employee relations, awards and recognition, performance and benefits. Served as a representative during the System-wide Ongoing Assessment and Review Strategy (SOARS), a facility site visit.

  • Assisted HR Director with creating a Supervisor’s Reference Manual.
  • Completed training for VETPro, a new VA-wide credentialing system.
  • Coordinated credentialing and privileging for licensed and/or certied dependent health care providers.

Assistant Producer Intern, Children’s Programming 05/2005 – 08/2005
WTIU Bloomington, Bloomington, IN

Researched relevant topics for a children’s television show, created thematic segment descriptions and show rundowns. Assisted with production of packaged insert segments and other studio production needs. Wrote copy for both scripts and web site. Cast adult guests to serve as Friday Zone Pros.

  • Created and wrote an episode of The Friday Zone, a weekly children’s TV show targeted to children ages 8-11 years old.

Schedule Director, Control 06/2004 – 06/2005
WTIU Bloomington, Bloomington, IN

Directed live station breaks, news teases, and pre-taped newsbreaks. Ran emergency preparedness warnings on air. Edited graphics used for lower thirds, schedules, and weather forecasts. Ensured quality of station’s on-air presentation.

EDUCATION
Indiana Institute of Technology, Indianapolis
Courses in Business Management. GPA 3.91/4.0

B.A. Telecommunications – Indiana University Bloomington, 2005
Dual concentrations in Media & Society and Industry and Management.

PROFESSIONAL ENRICHMENT
Crowd Sourcing
Seminar sponsored by Media Sauce and the Indianapolis Business Journal

Social Media Boot Camp
Sponsored by the Public Relations Society of America, Hoosier Chapter

Flash: The Basics
IUPUI IT Training Course