Simone's Resume
SUMMARY
Extremely driven generalist with a strong desire to know what makes people tick. Four years experience in business, marketing and trend research via international travel, blogging, and temporary positions with innovative companies. Proven ability to learn fast and produce high quality work.
EDUCATION
THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, School of Business Washington, DC
Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing/International Business; Fine Arts minor; May 2010
Cumulative GPA 3.99; GW School of Business Distinguished Scholar (GWSB equivalent of valedictorian), GW School of Business Marketing Award, John Henry Cowles Prize Awardee, Presidential Scholar, Presidential Recognition Awardee, Honors Student, Dean’s List Honors
WORK EXPERIENCE
HubPages, San Francisco, CA
Online Marketing and Community Manager, June 2010-Present
Manage community communications, through forums, newsletters and blog posts.
Manage community programs, provide support to online volunteers and executing on strategies for expansion.
Present at industry conferences and shows, including hosting booths and tables.
Monitor and participate in social media.
lan and execute contests and other promotional online events.
Identify branding opportunities and execute on branding strategies.
PSFK, New York City, NY
Contributing Writer, Feb. 2010-Present
Provide content on trends, innovation, businesses, events, products, services, entertainment and art.
TechCast, Washington, DC
Assistant to VP TechCast Services, Jan. 2010-Present
Develop marketing materials for TechCast services.
Develop and execute a social media plan for TechCast promotion.
Provide SWOT analysis, case studies and suggestions for future strategies.
Boho Magazine, Washington, DC
College Board / Editorial Assistant, Jan. 2009-Present
Contribute trend boards, articles, copy, and photographs to the magazine.
Launched and maintained the official Boho Magazine blog and Twitter feed.
Assisted with market research and promotion.
Medical Instrument Development Labs, Inc., San Leandro, CA
Independent Contractor, Jun. 2006-Present
Provide web design and illustration services.
Assist the Vice President of Sales and Marketing on international business trips for company meetings, ophthalmological conventions, and funding proposals.
Observed, and analyzed assembly of vitreous cutting probes and ran diagnostic tests on defective samples in order to streamline, control, and improve the production process.
Evaluated and updated procedural and regulatory documents.
Nonchalance, San Francisco, CA
Intern, Jun. 2009-August 2009
Photographed game elements for documentation and presentation purposes.
Procured costumes and supplies for use in production.
Assisted with game element creation, maintenance, and installation.
Georgetown Cupcake
Washington, DC
Fondant Artist, Sept. 2008-Dec. 2009
Designed and created fondant decorations and iced cupcakes.
Prepared drinks and orders for customers.
Assisted with promotional events and sample distribution.
TCHO Ventures, Inc. San Francisco,
CA
Assistant Chocolate Maker, Jul.-Aug. 2008
Provided assistance with tempering, moisture tests, weighing, sampling,
molding, and de-molding in the chocolate lab.
Cleaned and organized laundry, chocolate-making equipment, tools,
ingredients, samples, bowls, and utensils.
Assisted with quality control, packaging, and inspection for retail
chocolates.
24 Hour Fitness, San
Ramon, CA
Marketing Project Coordinator, Jun. 2008- Aug. 2008
Drafted a proposal to convert 24 Hour Fitness website, online magazine, and
store into a fully integrated social network.
Coordinated efforts on programs revising personal training, group fitness,
and personalized customer interface platforms.
Researched Web 2.0 and social media trends, conducted competitive analyses,
and benchmarked online marketing leaders.
Earth Day Network, (EDN)
Washington, DC
Intern, Jan-May 2008
Filmed and edited video content for Earth Day Television.
Wrote and edited articles and assisted with web design for the Earth Day
website and other publications.
Worked at San Francisco Green Apple Festival as Earth Day Network
representative.
American Council on Renewable
Energy (ACORE), Washington, DC
Intern, Sept. 2007-Dec. 2007
Conducted marketing campaign seeking corporate donations.
Assisted with research for a government grant proposal to maintain and
preserve forests.
Attended Renewable Energy-related meetings, conferences, and events.
Mariner
Square Club,
Harbor Bay Club,
Lerner
Health and Wellness Center
Pilates Instructor, Sept. 2007-Present
Certified through the ITT Pilates Integrated Teacher Training program.
Led group Pilates mat classes twice weekly.
Provided clients with instruction, demonstration, personalized tips, and
corrections on form.
The George Washington
University Honors Program, Washington, DC
Information Assistant, University Honors Program, Sept. 2006 – Dec. 2009
Supported administrators, faculty, and 700 students in the Honors Program by
booking appointments, answering general questions, and setting up for
events.
Responded to inquiries from visitors, students, staff, and faculty in
person, by e-mail, over the telephone.
Conducted research and developed proposal to conserve energy and reduce
waste in office.
SKILLS/ACTIVITIES
Computers: Excel, PowerPoint, MS Word, Microsoft Expression Web, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign,
Adobe Acrobat, Outlook
Foreign Language: proficiency in Spanish
Photographer 2008 – present
Radio Show Host, Wanderlust, WRGW Radio 2007
President, Environmental Club, George Washington University 2006 – 2007
Note Taker, Disability Student Services 2006 – present
Interests include writing, design, physical fitness, the culinary arts, and
international travel