Server

Posted on: 2009-04-28

Objective To secure a position that allows me to exercise my communication and organizational skills. Education Bachelor of Arts in public communication; minor in sociology August 2008 The State University of New York College at Buffalo; Major GPA 3.4 Received Charles Adair writing scholarship for Excellence in Communication Spring 2007 Inducted into Lamba Pi Eta, Communication Honor Society Spring 2007 Received award for Excellence in Service Learning in sociology Fall 2006 National Student Exchange Fall 2004/2005 Related Experience Featured writer for Buffalo State College’s student newspaper, The Record Spring, Fall 2006 Sleep-Out for the Homeless organizer -Designed promotional flyers; networked to gain involvement of on-campus groups and public speakers -Doubled student turn-out, monetary and canned food donations from the previous year Employment Experience City Grill restaurant & bar April 2008 – April 2009 Server Maximized guest experience by providing quality service; performed opening and closing duties necessary to maintain the restaurant. Gained proficiency in up selling as well as in food and wine knowledge. Travers Collins & Company Spring 2008 Copy writing intern Assisted with advertising and public relations projects within the agency, specifically advertising copy and design. Secondary duties included composing press releases and public relations memos. People Incorporated June 2007-April 2009 In home health aide Served as an aide and companion to Melanie, a 16-year-old girl with cerebral palsy. Assisted her with daily needs; also spent quality time with her reading, taking walks, attending dance classes, etc. to maximize her enjoyment of life. Aspire of WNY Center for Learning 2006 - 2007 Teachers Aide Served as a mentor and aide to children with developmental disabilities, helping them to maximize their functional, academic and social potential. Also assisted the teacher with in-class needs. Related Course work Public Relations Writing Campaigns in Public Relations Public Relations and Advertising Communication Graphics Writing for the Mass Media Social Psychology Rhetorical Criticism References furnished upon request.