Aaron M. Socci
*** ****** ****, ***** ** *****
Cell 610-***-****. Home 610-***-****
abjr9e@r.postjobfree.com
Objective
COMMUNICATIONS/MARKETING ASSOCIATE SEEKING AN OPPORTUNITY TO PROVIDE EXCELLENT
WRITTEN AND VERBAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR A SUCCESSFUL AND INNOVATIVE COMPANY.
Education
EASTERN UNIVERSITY
St. Davids, PA
05/2008
Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications
Honors: Lambda Pi Eta - National Communications Honor Society, Xi Delta Chapter
experience
COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR - PENN MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
Horsham, PA
05/2008 - 04/2009
Wrote and distributed corporate communication messages.
Wrote and edited company news stories for internal and external websites.
Coordinated press releases, publication insertions and media opportunities.
Wrote and organized company publication.
Compiled and distributed electronic marketing messages using ExactTarget email
marketing software.
Coordinated trade show materials and event schedules.
Edited and coordinated proofs with print vendors.
Conducted all company surveys and compiled results.
Business Development Assistant - RA Wagner & Associates
Wayne, PA
01/2008 - 04/2008
Formulated various demographic documents for current and prospective clientele and
researched certain target markets.
Entered company profiles into ACT software and conducted status reports on various
companies.
Made initial research to determine potential clients and assisted in evaluating
the future trend and approach methods for various prospect companies.
Mission Resource Development Intern - American Baptist Churches USA
King of Prussia, PA
10/2007 - 12/2007
Wrote and compiled ABCUSA publication.
Compiled PowerPoint presentations to be distributed to churches affiliated with
ABCUSA.
Marketing Assistant - Siepser Laser Eyecare
King of Prussia, PA
09/2007 - 10/2007
Researched prospective clients and assembled reports.
Wrote television and radio copy for company advertisements.
Attended trade shows and promotional events to gain prospective customers.
Freelance Web Writer
10/2009 - Present
Write web content for blogs, websites and online communities.
Skills
STRONG COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Experience in creating, editing and proofreading web and print content
Detail oriented, self-starter
Work well in a team environment
Web savvy, including social media and web 2.0
Experience with blogging platforms including Wordpress and Blogger
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Publisher and basic graphic design software
Familiar with basic HTML
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Excellent presentation skills
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