Amber K. Bekkering
**************@*****.*** 231-***-****
www.amberkbekkering.com
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- Objective -
A position in the Media Communications Industry where my coordinating and
communications skills will benefit the company and an environment where my
love of books can flourish.
- Qualifications & Experience -
Quality Customer Service Managerial Experience
Creative Ideas & Input
Media & PR Writing Supervising Employees
Coordinating Events
Multitasking & Planning
- Education -
Bachelor of Arts in Media Communications
English Minor, Scriptwriting Emphasis
GPA 3.6/4.0
Webster University August 2004 -December 2007
St. Louis, MO
~ Study Abroad: Hua-Hin, Thailand and Vienna, Austria
- Independent Studies and Internship -
Advanced Scriptwriting
Webster University, St. Louis MO
~ Responsible for developing 100-120 page original script
~ Translating chapters from a published novel into script scenes
Media Law Researcher
Webster University, St. Louis MO
~ In-depth research on a local criminal case
~ Observation of trail proceedings followed by detailed notes regarding;
evidence, witness statements, judge rulings, jury behavior, and
arguments presented by the Prosecution and Defense
~ Summarization of data to be used in a book in progress regarding the
people and process of this case
Event Planning
Webster University, St. Louis MO
~ Learning and training with other professionals in the field
~ In charge of planning various school and charitable events for the
community
~ Working with a broad base of cliental, co-workers and collaborators as
well as volunteers
- Employment History -
Assistant Manager December 07-Present
Java Jones, Elk Rapids MI
~ Assist owner and manager in the various tasks required for running the
establishment
~ Supervising employees and scheduling shifts
~ Providing quality customer service
~ Stocking, displaying and selling merchandise and retail
Fit Start Trainer August 05-December 07
Webster Groves YMCA, MO
~ YMCA certified personal trainer
~ Develop customized programs for individuals according to their goals
and physical condition
~ Educate clients on personal fitness, nutrition, and demonstrate the
proper use of machines
Event Manger April-October 2006
The Fun Company, St. Louis MO
~ Managed large events for companies, organizations and schools
nationwide
~ Traveled to determined destination, assisted with set up and take down
of equipment, supervised a staff of 50-200 people, delegated duties,
monitored performance, controlled budgets and expenses, and ensured
client satisfaction
~ Coordinated child and adult activities, arranged for entertainment,
collaborated with local catering and entertainment agencies to provide
food, rides, music, and games