High School Assistant
Resume:
Ashley M. Brown
Hampton, Virginia 23669
Mobile: 757-***-****
*****@***.***
PROFILE
Recent graduate with a B.A. in Events Management from London Metropolitan
University moving to the Las Vegas area with a tentative date of September
1st. Strong customer and personal service skills with ample experience in
administration and clerical responsibilities. Proficient in coordination,
time management, and decision making in a professional environment. Proven
ability to communicate verbally or written and provide a fluency of ideas
and reasoning through the various internships and positions I have held.
EDUCATION
London Metropolitan University (11/2008 - 05/2010)
B.A. Degree Events Management
3.7 GPA
George Mason University (2006-2008)
Tourism and Events Management
2.8 G.P.A
Phoebus High School (2006)
Advanced Diploma
3.6 G.P.A
WORK EXPERIENCE
Receptionist
Asia House Inc.
London, UK (February 2010-present)
. Operated telephone switchboard to answer, screen and forward calls,
provide information or take messages.
. Greeted persons entering the venue and direct them to the appropriate
destination
. Received payment and record receipts for services
. Heard and resolved complaints from customers and public
External Events Intern
Asia House Inc.
London, UK (October 2009-January 2010)
. Conferred with catering and coordinating staff before live events to
confirm schedule
. Met with company's team of coordinator's to review format of events,
administrative procedures and event progress
. Organized guest list and registration of event participants for events
. Helped to monitor event activities to ensure satisfaction of
participants and resolution of any problems that arise
. Promoted venue space through direct marketing to publicize events and
promote sponsorships
. Assisted in set up and clean up of live events within the venue
. Used technology such as notebook computers, multimedia and overhead
projectors.
Fashion Public Relations Intern
Maverick Publicity
London, UK (July-August 2009)
. Responded to requests from supervisors and the media for clothing
samples and information
. Helped to prepare and edit organizational publications for internal
and external audiences such as press releases and a log of press
clippings.
. Read trade publications and consulted with the team to identify trends
and interests within the fashion industry
. Attended brainstorming meetings to discuss new ideas and strategies
for current and potential clients of the firm
Administrative Assistant
College of William and Mary
Williamsburg, Virginia USA (June-August 2008)
. Prepared or proofread invoices, reports, memos, letters and other
documents using Microsoft Office software
. Conducted research, compile data, and prepare papers for consideration
by executives
. Answered phone calls and either direct calls to appropriate parties or
take messages
. Performed general office duties such as maintaining records management
database systems, basic bookkeeping and creating an effective filing
system
. Worked with the University's Advance Software program
. Organize and set up conference rooms with correct materials for
company meetings.
Personal Assistant
Jury Solutions
Fairfax, Virginia USA (January-May 2008)
. Provided organizational services in the supervisor's home office such
as creating and maintaining paper and electronic filing systems for
records, correspondence and other material
. Interviewed individuals to compile information on social, educational,
criminal institutional or drug history
. Consulted with supervisor to discuss client interviews and results
. Oversaw specific day to day activities of supervisor's home
Data Entry Assistant
Premiere Blue Properties
Vienna, Virginia (October 2007-January 2008)
. Database management
. Verifying data and preparing materials
. Developed good attention to detail
Computer Skills
Hardware: PC and Macintosh
Software: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Windows, Excel, PowerPoint,
Outlook, Advance and Filemaker Software.
VOLUNTEERING EXPERIENCE
Library Assistant (2006)
American Red Cross (2003-2006)
INTERESTS & ACHIEVEMENTS
2004-2006 Captain of Tennis Team, President of Tennis Club (High School)
2005-2006 Vice President of Spanish Club (High School)
2008 Maryland Bridal Convention, Volunteer
REFEREES
Carolyn Koch, founder of Jury Solutions. (past employer)
*****@*************.***
Rebecca Parsons, College of William and Mary; assistant to Vice President
(past employer)
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Philip Woodford-Smith, Events Coordinator of Asia House (past employer)
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Tunisha Twine, Director of Continuing Administrative (family friend)
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