Communications/ Administrative Specialist
Results-driven communications/ administrative specialist that consistently
achieves business, financial and quality objectives while offering a strong
creativity and business acumen; Proven record of ? Leading communication
initiatives in diverse organizations through the use of media tools and
creative venues ? Cultivating strong working relationships with all members
of an organization ? Building consensus within and between teams ?
Providing support needed to exceed business goals and client objectives.
Core Competencies
Team Building ? Cost Management ? Workflow Planning ? Inter-Personal,
Organizational Skills ? Oral, Written Communications ? Microsoft Office
Suite ? Microsoft Publisher ? Photo Shop ? Dreamweaver ? Data Entry ?
Administrative Skills
Education
Shepherd University, Bachelor of Science, May 2009
Overall GPA 3.01 Deans List, Major GPA 3.58
Who's Who Among College Universities Award
Professional Experience
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), Rockville, MD April 2010-
Present
Mortgage Gateway Agent
Utilized analytical skills, security procedures/requirements, guidance, and
regulations and various on-line resources to respond to calls from the
general public as well as the mortgage industry; providing application
functional and navigational assistance to entitled users of the secure
Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System. Responded to companies, loan
officers, mortgage brokers and state regulators for information regarding
mortgage registration by utilizing various corporate applications: NMLS,
SRR, CRM, and all other appropriate websites. Logged cases into Customer
Relationship Management (CRM) application and ensured resolution within an
allotted timeframe. Attended all application related training to learn the
internal applications being supported.
Integrated Communication Solutions Inc, Frederick, MD March 2009-September
2009
Marketing and Communications Specialist
Worked directly for the CEO performing qualitative and quantitative
research in support of new marketing efforts; this included coordinating
the development of a new company website and the launch of new advertising
programs, company newsletters, brochures and area media press releases.
Prepared cut sheets with graphics, and edited written materials developed
by ICS employees. Attended monthly meetings and provided input relative to
marketing and customer service matters to the Federal Government.
Wells Fargo Financial, Timonium, MD December 2008 - March 2009
Credit Manager
Successfully assist clients in achieving improved financial position
through loan consolidation and re-finance options. Established and
maintained important customer relationships and acquired 20-30 new
customers per month using referrals, cross-selling, and E-Leads. Insurance
Team Captain, responsible for finalizing all documents prior to delivery
and ensuring completeness.
NBC 25, Hagerstown, MD May 2008 - August 2008
Assistant News Director
Intern for an established news station; Conducted face to face interviews,
phone interviews; writing, editing and reporting stories for the network
news; Multi-tasked, met deadlines, delivered quality work.
Frederick Keys Baseball Team, Frederick, MD May 2007 - August 2007
Marketing / Public Relations Assistant
Intern, worked closely with the Marketing and PR Director to manage "game
day" promotions and marketing strategies; created innovative marketing
approach with team baseball camps and activities to broaden fan base.
Activities
Saint Maria Goretti High School, Hagerstown, MD December 2008 - June
2009
Assistant Softball Coach, Competitive Fastpitch
Assisted the head coach with planning & running team practice sessions,
game preparation and planning, strength/conditioning, skill instruction;
daily administrative and organizational responsibilities.
Achievements
. Captain of Alzheimer's Memory Walk Team 2008- Present
. Four Year Starter for Shepherd University Softball Team 2005-2008
. Won WVIAC Division II Conference Tournament (Team Achievement) 2007
. Competed in Division II Regional Finals in Chicago (Team Achievement)
2007
. Selected to the WVIAC All-Tournament Team (Individual Achievement)
2008