Multi-talented and results-oriented professional, skilled in reducing
expenditures without sacrificing performance, consistently achieves goals
and guarantees success in delivering high quality results.
COMPETENCIES:
Copy Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Marketing, Trade Show logistics,
Database Management, Internet research, Photo and Graphic Design, Social
Media Tools, Instructor
STRENGTHS:
Success Driven Time/Budget Management Deadline Implementation
Analytical/Creative Critical Thinking Progress Reporting
Priority Multiple Project Management Meticulous/Organized
Determination
TECHNOLOGIES:
Microsoft Office Adobe Acrobat Salesforce Windows/Mac
InDesign Flash QuickBooks HTML, FTP
Illustrator PageMaker Peachtree WinZip, Scanning
Photoshop FileMaker Pro Visio Software install/config
QuarkXPress Donor Perfect Type 65 wpm Firefox, Safari, IE,
Chrome
CAREER TRACK:
Opportunities during this time, through temporary assignments and
volunteering, 08/2009-Current
included work as a Data Entry Specialist, Editor, Committee Member and
Desktop Publisher.
Editorial Assistant, Elsevier 07/2009-08/2009
Assignment assisting the editorial department with magazine layout,
editing, proofing and formatting articles/submissions for monthly
publications. Daily author/reviewer contact and FTP exchange. Managed
periodical mailings.
Capital Campaign Coordinator, Temple Emanu-el 08/2008-09/2008
Assignment supporting the Capital Campaign Administrator and staff in the
final stages of the temple's dedication. Including:
. Managed the media, congregant, staffing and attendee databases
. Coordinator for all event requests; advertising, invitations, programs
and information
. Assisted the graphic designer with advertisement creation and layout
Desktop Publisher, Retirement Capital Group, Inc. (RCG) 09/2005-07/2008
. Managed the design and production of the company's advertising,
marketing, board meeting and
event materials
. Created presentations, e-mail blasts, graphics and charts
. Edited articles, wrote press releases, biographies and advertising
content
. Performed photo research, application and archival
. Provided staff training; company branding, processes and software
. Coordinated all aspects of trade show planning, preparation, execution,
attendance and post-show tracking
. Utilized Salesforce to manage leads, tracking, project development and
fulfillment
. Ordered all marketing and promotional items and maintained inventory
Graphic Designer, Prudential Realty and The Titan Corporation 05/2005-
09/2005
. Assignment with Prudential Realty designing and producing real estate
marketing and advertising materials and maintaining property photo
database.
. Assignment with The Titan Corporation managing archival of high security
documentation and assisting with graphic design inventory maintenance.
Corporate Administrative Associate, Glenner Alzheimer's Family Centers,
Inc. 01/2004-04/2005
. Provided administrative and technical support to the President and
corporate staff
. Produced bi-annual newsletter, annual report, advertising, marketing and
fundraising materials
. Managed donor database, volunteers and vendors
. Co-managed the planning, development and follow-up of corporate and
fundraising events
Administrative/Marketing Assistant, SAIC 09/2003-12/2003
Assignment assisting the Security & Transportation group with trade show
logistics, the creation and distribution of marketing materials, travel
(domestic & international), expense reports, audio conference set-up,
internet research, scanning and general office tasks. Planned and oversaw
the relocation of offices and team.
Marketing Administrator/Facilities Coordinator, INVESCO 06/2001-09/2002
. Responsible for the production/distribution of all investment and
marketing materials
. Managed office issues and requests, contractors, vendors and office
equipment maintenance
. Scheduled social functions and luncheons, planned and coordinated
company's annual investor meeting; totaling 250 attendees
. Point of contact for video conferencing meetings including equipment set-
up, training and scheduling
. Tracked employee's career training, conducted new employee orientation
and assisted with medical/dental insurance information and billing
Executive Assistant, Accenture (Covation) 09/1999-01/2001
. Delivered executive support to partners, associate partners, group leads
and team leads; totaling 30
. Aided the Financial Controller with vendor invoicing, payables and
tracking
. Assisted Human Resources with orientation, recruiting, placement and
redeployment
. Provided Help Desk support by logging calls, troubleshooting and
distribution of trouble tickets to the appropriate department via Access
. Served as a resource agent for firm and client, including scheduling
conference calls and travel
. Directed the Social Committee; member of Community and Web site
Committees
PR Assistant, Schenkein Public Relations 06/1996-06/1998
. Co-supported staff of 20 employees while managing multiple client
projects within budget; Home Depot, Einstein Bros., United Airlines,
Habitat for Humanity and QwestDex
. Produced presentations, spreadsheets, client reports, proposals,
newsletters, flyers and brochures
. Organized client functions and mailings
. Developed and maintained media databases
. Instructed administrative team and temporary employees
LEARNING CREDENTIALS/AFFILIATIONS:
Certification, Web Site Development, Art Institute
Hospitality Management, Bethune-Cookman College
Certification, Microsoft Office 2000, New Horizons
Certification, MacIntosh Design & Office Applications, New Schools
Certification, Word Processing, Barnes Business College
Marketing/Design and Copy Editor, J.P. Western Presentations and The Rock
Homeless Ministry
PR/Marketing and Special Events Committee Member, Words Alive
Sheilani Romero
P.O. Box 83925, San Diego, CA 92138
abjsa5@r.postjobfree.com