Jennifer C. Itri
** ******* ******, ******, **, *7730 Cell: 732-***-**** Email:
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OBJECTIVE:
A sales / marketing development and design position where I can utilize my
knowledge and skills in graphic design, writing, public relations,
journalism, marketing and event coordination.
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Operating Systems: Windows XP / Vista / 7, MAC OS, Microsoft Office
2003/2007/2010, Visio
Development Software: Suite / Adobe CS4 / Photoshop / Illustrator /
InDesign / Acrobat
DreamWeaver / Studio MX / Fireworks, CuteFTP Pro,
Google Earth Pro
EXPERIENCE:
Parsons Brinckerhoff, Newark, NJ, Graphics Specialist: April 2009 - Present
Access to the Region's Core Trans-Hudson Express (THE) Tunnel Project - An
$8.7 billion project, representing the largest public works infrastructure
project in the country.
. Develop and design promotional material such as email blasts and web
features using Adobe Photoshop, Creative Suite 3/4 Dreamweaver and
Illustrator.
. Support the ARC Project Team's senior management with design of
communication and public outreach materials, ensuring marketing
objectives are achieved in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
with strong attention to detail.
. Format and design PowerPoint presentations used by senior management
in meetings with both federal and state officials.
. Implement re-design of project website to provide a user-friendly
format.
. Manage website using CuteFTP Pro to update crucial documentation to
the project and its construction contractors
. Develop tri-fold and press kit concepts for community outreach
campaigns and meetings with elected officials.
. Analyze and report on email blast and website hits based on volume of
clicks, time spent and information requested.
. Convert highly technical memoranda into public outreach documents.
. Coordinate THE Tunnel Project Groundbreaking Ceremony including
compilation of guest list, creation of electronic invitation and
organization of travel logistics.
. Track project-wide progress monthly reports.
Croda Inc., Edison, NJ, Marketing Assistant, Croda Inc: November 2006 -
March 2009
. Support Vice President of Sales and Marketing and Marketing Manager-
Communications.
. Create and design promotional material and product collateral, email
web blasts, and web features for new raw materials and new concepts to
be launched in retail stores and spas using Adobe Dreamweaver,
Illustrator, Publisher and Photoshop for top clients (L'Oreal, Estee
Lauder, Johnson & Johnson).
. Maintain website using Global Scape, File Maker Pro and CuteFTP Pro to
update current events and tradeshows, career opportunities, product
descriptions and literature.
. Trade Show Management: Coordinate details for seminars, conferences
and 6 trade shows a year including booth setup, material handling,
show logistics, travel and giveaways.
. Maintain monthly sales reports, invoices, market segment budgets, and
product and literature database of raw materials sold.
. Track marketing efforts for quarterly department meetings. Sections
include: sample requests from website, e-mailers and mailers, cost
summaries, PR mentions and activities and advertisements placed.
. Provide sales support- answer sales and customer inquiries and enter
sample requests.
. Coordinate customer visits, company dinners and parties.
Victoria's Secret, West Long Branch, NJ and Princeton, NJ, Head Sales
Associate: April 2002 - May 2006
. Assisted clients on the sales floor utilizing different successful
selling techniques.
. Assisted manager in floor sets which involved organizing merchandise
using floor plans, setting up mannequins, and decorating the store
windows for merchandising purposes.
. Inventory Management.
. Customer Support.
. Credit Card and Sales Lead.
EDUCATION:
Monmouth University, Bachelor Degree - Public Relations - Journalism, GPA:
3.5
Continuing Education Courses: PR Campaigns; PR Writing; Sports Events
and Promotions; Administrative Assistant Certification; Organizational
and Time Management Seminar.