OBJECTIVE:
Seeking to utilize my passions, skills, and education in writing and editing. Seeking to encourage others to live life with hope and gratitude in all circumstances.
Seeking to utilize my skills and education in serving others, enabling the work environment to run efficiently and enhancing the quality of work produced. Seeking opportunities to utilize my communication skills and creativity.
EDUCATION:
Clarks Summit University, Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania May 2018
Bachelor of Arts
Major: Communications/Writing
Relevant Coursework: Creative Non-Fiction, Creative Writing, Introduction to Journalism, Mass Media, Advanced Grammar, Literary Criticism
Clarks Summit University, Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania May 1996
Associate of Arts
Major: Office Administration
Relevant Coursework: Office Procedures, Business Communication, Desktop Publishing
EXPERIENCE:
Project Assistant | Joseph F. O’Hora & Sons, Inc. |
Scranton, PA January 2019 – current
- Assist Sales Team in projects, jobs, and office organization
- Assist Project Manager in all areas of the proposal process
- Create and edit proposals and quotes in the commercial HVAC & Plumbing industry
- Communicate with vendors and customers regarding quotations, purchase orders, and other paperwork necessary for jobs
- Create and format submittals, IOMs, and any additional paperwork throughout the project process
- Assist other company employees as needed
Accounts Payable Coordinator | Clarks Summit University |
Clarks Summit, PA January 2017 – current
- Communicated with employees and vendors regarding invoices, requests for payments and reimbursements
- Revised SOPs and policies
- Processed and arranged payments of invoices and reimbursements
- Collected, processed and reconciled credit card statements and vendor statements
- Assisted Controller in scheduling payments and tracking invoices
- Assisted other Business Office employees as needed
Freelance Copy Editor | As needed |
Clarks Summit, PA September 2016 – current
- Proofread and Edited academic papers
- Proofread and Edited church bylaws and constitution
- Offered feedback on personal essays and articles
Intern Writer, Communications Dept | Clarks Summit University |
Clarks Summit, PA January 2018 – June 2018
- Wrote articles for university website
- Peer-edited articles
- Researched and updated information for website
- Brainstormed and prepared for upcoming magazine
- Wrote articles for university magazine publication
Assistant Editor, Online Writing Center | Clarks Summit University |
Clarks Summit, PA 2014-2017
- Proofread academic writing papers
- Offered suggestions for quality thesis statements
- Encouraged beginner writers and assisted in helping students sharpen their writing skills
Social Media Manager and Graphics Creator| God-Sized Dreams |
Online Community Website 2015-2016
- Designed word graphics and encouraging social media posts
- Promoted blog posts on various social media sites
Data Entry, LYFE Women’s Conference | Clarks Summit University |
Clarks Summit, PA 2011-2016
- Entered new attendees into LYFE database
- Updated returning attendees’ information in database
- Checked for duplicate and incorrect information for LYFE attendees
Administrative Assistant of Doctoral Programs | Baptist Bible Seminary |
Clarks Summit, PA 2000-2003
- Formatted articles for The Journal of Ministry and Theology
- Prepared PowerPoint presentations for professors
- Communicated with adjunct faculty, doctoral students and applicants
TECHNICAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
- Proficient in proofreading and editing
- Experience in transcription and document formatting
- Passion for quality social media