DESMOND JACKSON
*** ***** ****** *** ****** PHONE: 404/592-7847
Ridgeland, Ms 39206
EMAIL: abld6c@r.postjobfree.com
PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
A challenging, fast-paced, position in a growth-oriented, volume driven
environment that will enable me to become a key contributor to achieving
and exceeding corporate objectives, goals, sales and revenue targets.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
* 2-year background in marketing and promotion, with an emphasis in the
telecommunications and entertainment industries.
* Demonstrated ability to gain customer trust and provide exceptional
follow-up, leading to repeat and referral business.
* Ability to increase productivity by quickly analyzing client needs and
maximizing account revenues.
* Proven skills in building profitable, long-term client relationships and
superior customer service.
* Proficient in Microsoft Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;
Windows 95/ 98/ XP; Microsoft Works Applications and Internet Search
Engines.
EDUCATION
Jackson State University 08/2003 - 12/2009
Jackson, MS
Major: Biology
Bailey Magnet High School 08/1998 - 05/2003
Jackson, MS
DIPLOMA
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Mississippi Development Authority Clinton, Ms
I.T. Support 10/2009 - 12/2009
* Uploaded computer based programs.
* Managed computer systems on a daily basis.
* Imaged computer systems to network data base.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
D2 MUSIC MANAGEMENT ~ SONGBOOK/ATLANTIC RECORDS New York, NY
Promotions/Marketing Representative 10/2007 - 06/2009
* Created briefing documents and presentations to support media briefings
for company executives.
* Responded proactively and reactively to media inquiries.
* Serve as "go-to" on-site expert for breakthrough and main stream artists.
* Managing Street Teams for promotions and events.
* Assessed analyzed and reported progress and results on all events and
projects.
COMCAST ADVANCE SOLUTIONS Madison, MS
Customer Account Executive 07/2007 - 06/2009
* Assisted customers via phone with account management.
* Provided troubleshooting assistance to customers with high speed internet
and home phone service
* Prepared work orders for service appointment requests after determining
if field visit is required and ensure appropriate follow-up procedures
were met.
* Input customer orders and data into CRT.
* Provide details of serviceable areas not accurately tracking in databases
and ensures systems are updated.
CIRCUIT CITY Jackson, MS
Radio/Road shop Sales Associate 09/2006- 01/2007
* Assisted customers with car stereo and speaker purchases.
* Provided recommendations on various store items, and used effective sales
strategies.
* Provided innovative in-store marketing concepts to achieve and exceed
sales and volume targets.
HERTZ CAR RENTAL Jackson, MS
Customer Service Representative
10/2005 - 03/2006
* Moved cars to and from car ready terminal.
* Assisted customers with car rentals and rental agreements.
* Responded proactively and reactively to customer inquiries.
STRUCTURAL PEST CONTROL Austin, TX
I.T. Support 05/2004 - 12/2004
* Uploaded computer based programs.
* Ensured computer systems were functioning properly.
* Managed computer systems on a daily basis.
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PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
1. Lloyd Ross
Director
Reckoning Physical Therapy
Jackson, Ms
601/983-0253
Known Since: 08/2002
2. Alice Hobson
Supervisor
Comcast
Madison, Ms
601/832-8878
Known Since: 01/2005
3. Jeff Holder
Supervisor
MS Development Authority
Clinton, MS
601/668-7184
Known Since: 10/2009
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