Tricia B. Desmond
* ********* ***** • Bloomington, IL, 61704
*********@*****.***
Objective
To obtain a position that utilizes my communication skills and an ability to work well with others in completing
given tasks or assignments in a timely manner.
Education
DePaul University - Master of Arts
September 2006 – August 2009
Human Services and Counseling: Community Counseling (M.A.)
Southern Illinois University Carbondale - Bachelor of Arts
August 2002 - May 2006
Psychology
Awards and Honors: The National Scholars Honor Society, Deans List, Psi Chi Honors Society, Psychology
Student Association, Who’s Who Among American Colleges and Universities
Work Experience
Comcast Spotlight-Advertising and Sales
August 23rd 2010 – Present
303 N. Hershey Rd. Suite 2B
Bloomington, IL 61704
Account Planner
I am fully responsible for the campaign kick-off of all accounts for a total of 5 Account Executives. Multi-
tasking is a must in my position. Duties include on a daily basis building proposals, presentations with
Microsoft Office PowerPoint, Customer Care Reports, Order Entry, and most importantly maintaining
deadlines with a motivation of always prospecting for future clients.
Comcast Spotlight Advertising and Sales
February 1st 2010 - March 1st 2010
303 N. Hershey Rd. Suite 2B
Bloomington, IL 61704
Administrative Sales Assistant - Temporary Job Assignment
Main project was in the creation of Microsoft Office PowerPoint presentations for clients and providing
administrative support to the Account Executives or Local Sales Manager. Computer proficiency is excellent.
Some examples include Microsoft Office Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word.
Neuropsychological Services, PC
July 2006 - September 2009
Administrative Assistant and Neuropsychometrist
Administered Neuropsychological and Psychological tests to individuals with a Traumatic Brain Injury.
Interviewed patients in order to gain a full understanding of the patient’s personal, social, academic and medical
background. Handled scheduling, billing, and organization of basic office procedures.
Southern Illinois University Counseling Center
January 2004 - May 2006
Administrative Assistant
Responsible for all front desk duties; extremely knowledgeable into the processes and procedures that go into
running a successfully operative office environment.
Collegiate Research Experience
Research Assistant - Dr. L. DiLalla, Twins and Siblings Genetic and Behavioral Research Lab
January 2004 - May 2006
Research Assistant- Dr. John Snyder, Decision Making Model
January 2005 - May 2006
Competency with theoretical orientations associated with decision making processes in the workforce.