Michael E. Hamner
Elm Grove, LA 71051
318-***-**** ********@*****.*** Website: www.michaelhamner.net
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Goal: Teaching career using knowledge and skills gained in my curriculum in
journalism, unndergraduate degrees in International Studies and Spanish
Language, combined with years of experience in the computer field and
historical/cultural tourguiding.
Education:
MA - Communication: Journalism & Public Affairs- May, 2008
American University, School of Communications, Washington, D.C.
3.73 GPA
12 hours of undergraduate journalism courses completed
Tulane University, New Orleans, LA
4.0 GPA
BA - International Studies & Spanish Language
Louisiana Tech. University, School of Arts and Sciences, Ruston, LA
Summa cum laude, salutatorian
Professional Profile:
. Accepted into TeachLSUS prgram for secondary education.
. Sat for PRAXIS in Social Studies; scored 182 on SS PRAXIS 0081 and 183 on
SS PRAXIS 0083.
. Skilled in writing for Web-based publications; multimedia journalism
using info-graphics.
. Volunteer-edited my former university department head's autobiography.
. Volunteer-edited former co-worker's Masters thesis.
. Experienced at translating technical information into comprehensible,
concise copy.
. Speak, read, write substantial Spanish; some German and French.
Computer & IJ Skills:
. Highly experienced in computer hardware/software support on various
platforms.
. Experienced in XHTML, CSS, WordPress, TypePad, Photoshop, Dreamweaver,
Fireworks.
. Shoot video using my Sony DSR PD-150 camcorder; shotgun, handheld and
lav. mics; video tripod.
. Edit video using Final Cut Pro, Quicktime Pro on my MacBook Pro.
. Create Web slide shows using Photoshop CS4, Soundslides and Flash.
. Supported Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft XP; Apple OS X (use Mac and
Windows platforms).
. Use various utility/communications software; FTP clients, Microsoft and
Novell LAN software.
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WORK EXPERIENCE:
Shuttle Bus Driver - Blue Ridge Transportation
Alexandria, VA (March - July 2010)
.Shuttled employees of Securities & Exchange Comm. between offices in
Washington, D.C. and Alexandria, VA and between operations center and
Alexandria Metro station.
.Held Federal Security Pass for federal contractor
Assistant Manager - Microsystems Sales/Service (LSUHSC)
New Orleans, LA (Jan. - Nov. 2005)
.Sold information systems hardware and software for LSU Medical School
(LSUHSC).
.Provided consultation on systems & peripherals purchase for students,
faculty, & staff.
.Interfaced with manufacturers (Dell, Gateway, Apple) and distributors
(Tech Data, CDW-G, etc.).
.Performed inventory control, stock management, track orders placed.
PC/LAN Consultant - MEH Systems
New Orleans, LA (2002-2004)
. PC & LAN support for small business offices in New Orleans and River
Parishes.
. Set up and repaired PCs at customer sites.
. Provided consultations and installations at customer sites.
PC/LAN Technician - Tek Systems
New Orleans, LA (2001)
. Contract PC/LAN technician for Technical Temp firm.
. Set up PCs for Electronic Patient File System project using Ghost and
LinkWiz.
. Set up and repaired PCs and Microsoft Exchange Server 5.5.
Owner/Manager - French Louisiana Bike Tours
New Orleans, LA, (1999 - 2002)
.Purchased bicycle touring company and redesigned Website, brochure,
accounting database, etc.
.Developed new tours, purchased van and bike trailer and began to run the
business - SOLO.
.Hired part-time workers to assist me on tours and to book tours at home
office.
.Ran all aspects of the business for 3 years.
Network/PC Specialist - Canal Barge Company, Inc.
New Orleans, LA (1997 - 1999)
. Managed WAN consisting of 2 Novell 4.X File Servers, Citrix Server.
.Managed Win NT 4.0 server, and Lotus Notes server.
. Developed tape backup and disaster recovery procedures for all servers.
. Assisted end-users on hardware & software problem resolution.
. Supported PCs on boats using Vessel Satellite System & Lotus Notes.
LAN Administrator - Tulane University - Freeman School of Business
New Orleans, LA (1995 - 1997)
. Configured, installed & maintained LAN, PCs & software in A.B. Freeman
School.
. Responsible for operation of the PC Lab and supervision of student
workers.
. Maintained GroupWise LAN-based E-mail system with Remote Dial-in
capability.
. Supported multi-server Novell LAN, including configuration, and problem
resolution.
. Provided hardware & software support for students, faculty, and staff.
. Selected & implemented server-based tape backup system for all file
servers.
Information Center Specialist - Premier Bank Information Center
Baton Rouge, LA (1991 - 1994)
. Managed & implemented state-wide project for remote laser printing of
loan forms.
. Coordinated bank-wide inventory of PCs & peripherals using NetCensus.
. Assisted end-users on hardware & software problem resolution.
. Responsible for evaluation & selection of hardware & software.
. Installed & supported local area networks & shared peripherals.
See separate Tour Guide resume...