Management Assistant
Resume:
Dust Allergies of the Spirit *.*
I existentially sneeze.
Biography
Art Gallery
Gaming
Julia Palmer Allis
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Education
Syracuse University
M.S. Information Management, Expected June 2012
Certificate of Advanced Study Information Security Management, Expected June 2012
Current GPA 3.852010-2011 Chancellor s Award for Public Engagement & Scholarship
Information Management Merit Tuition Award
Information Management Leadership Tuition Award
Pennsylvania State University
B.A. English, Dec 2001
Skills
Project management
Systems analysis
Information security
Database design and SQL
Social media strategy
Blog design and maintenance: Dust Allergies of the Spirit Blog
Web design and maintenance: bluesrat.com
Presentations and oral communication
Written communication: reports, research, creative writing, writing for the web
Digital art and graphic design
Coursework
"The Doug Life" Web Comedy Series Social Media Consultant
IST 686: Social Media in the Enterprise, Jan to May 2012
Consulted with production company The Media Horde to determine goals and requirements for
social media campaign
Developed social media strategy for comedy web series "The Doug Life"
Researched web series industry to determine metrics and techniques for success
Developed metrics and analytical process to measure and improve success of "The Doug
Life"
Delivered recommendations for social media strategy to promote "The Doug Life"
Educated members of The Media Horde in social media tools, techniques and metrics to
support the recommended social media strategy
Bird Library Learning Commons Social Media ConsultantIST 690: Independent Study,
Feb to May 2012
Consulted with Bird Library Learning Commons to determine their goals for social media
campaign
Researched library social media campaigns to discover strategies, metrics and
functionality
Supported and advised Learning Commons in developing a department social media strategy
Educated members of Learning Commons in social media tools, techniques, and metrics
Words for Change Website Information Architecture Consultant
IST 553: Information Architecture for Internet Services, Jan to May 2012
Consulted with owner of Words for Change to determine requirements and goals for website
Researched best practices and standards for business websites for writers and editors
Performed user surveys and data collection to determine needs for website architecture
and content
Developed navigational architecture and site content inventory
Delivered information architecture recommendations for website development
Digital Collections Archival Database Development
IST 659: Data Administration Concepts and Database Management, Aug to Dec 2011
Analyzed requirements for efficient and secure storage of scholarly digital collections
Designed logical model for database to archive digital collections, including collection
items and attendant metadata
Implemented database using MS SQL Server with MS Access 2010 as a user interface
Presented database to class for critical feedback
Digitization Process Tracking System Analysis
IST 654: Information Systems Analysis,
Jan to May 2011Project manager for Analysis of Digitization Process Tracking System
Analyzed process and requirements for Penn State Libraries digitization tracking process
Recommended business process improvements
Designed logical requirements for an automated system that incorporate best practices,
improves metrics tracking, and generates automated progress and analytical reports
Made recommendations for physical architecture of automated system
Presented on final results of system analysis
North Side Learning Center Digital Media Consultant
IST 600: Digital iCreation in the Context of Community, Sept to Dec 2010
Collaborated on team to create digital media plan supporting NSLC fundraising efforts
Produced, filmed, and edited a video interview series to raise awareness of NSLC
Consulted with NSLC staff on website redesign to implement social media
Work Experience
Program Assistant to Director of Doctorate of Professional Studies-Information Management
Syracuse University School of Information Studies, Sept 2010 to present
Redesigned inquiry system to maintain contact with prospective students at all stages of
the application process
Created Access database to track communications with prospective students
Update and expand program website content
Answer inquiries by prospective DPS-Information Management program applicants
Reorganize filing system to improve speed of filing and retrieval
Program Assistant to Assistant Dean of Enrollment Management
Syracuse University School of Information Studies, Sept 2010 to present
Engage in research and program coordination to improve recruitment and retention of
poorly represented demographics
Participate in planning and coordination of iSchool recruitment programming
Answer inquiries by prospective Information Management program applicants
Maintain social media presence for contact with prospective students
Keep records of communications with prospective applicants using SharePoint
Develop online video and website content for promotion of iSchool
Pennsylvania State University Libraries Digitization and Preservation
Digital Scanning Technician II, Aug 2008 to Aug 2010
Created and maintained library digital collections using CONTENTdm, Olive, and DPubS
digital collections platforms
Led team to develop the La Vie Digital Yearbook
Served on team to create Alternate Reality Game for Libraries Open House 2009
Served as staff advisor for TARDIS, the Penn State Doctor Who student club
Trained, scheduled and directed activities of part-time employees
Prepared department operations and standards documentation
Assessed and repaired damaged library materials in preparation for scanning,
microfilming, or release back to general collection
Assessed library materials for best practices and preservation needs in preparation for
scanning
Scanned library materials according to archival standards for digitization, using complex
scanning equipment including large format scanner and Better Light digital camera
Graphic design and printing for library and staff events, exhibits, and presentations
Fine reproduction and printing of delicate and rare materials for preservation purposes
Assisted metadata librarian in creating and structuring metadata for online collections
according to appropriate metadata standards
Maintained software and hardware including updates and troubleshooting
Inventoried all digital projects completed by the department
from
1992 to 2008
Updated department operations standards and procedures documentation
Created operations document for CONTENTdm for use by all library personnel
Trained staff on CONTENTdm
Trained docents to navigate the La Vie Online collection
Researched and recommended customized computer equipment for department equipment upgrade
Participated in decoration and staffing of department station for Libraries Open House
2008
Digital Scanning Technician I, July 2004 to July 2008
Collaborated with local and interdepartmental staff and outside vendors to develop
digital collections projects
Volunteered as tech support for 2007 Pennsylvania Library Association (PaLA) conference
Researched and developed best practices for use of digital collections content platform
Enhanced unit efficiency through reorganization of department storage server
Collected and prepared collections metadata to appropriate metadata standards
Created and maintained library digital collections using CONTENTdm, Olive, and DPubS
digital collections platforms
Assessed and repaired damaged books, manuscripts, newspapers, journals, maps, photographs
and slides in preparation for scanning, microfilming, or release back to general
collection
Assessed materials for best practices and preservation needs in preparation for scanning
Scanned library materials according to archival standards for digitization, using complex
scanning equipment including large format scanner and Better Light digital camera
Graphic design and printing for library and staff events, exhibits, and presentations.
Fine reproduction and printing of delicate and rare materials for preservation purposes.
Maintained software and hardware including updates and troubleshooting
Coordinated inventory and preparation of Jonathan White Honey Board Papers for
publication as an anthology
Assisted in design of Pennsylvania's Past Digital Bookshelf collection website
Prepared XML for Pennsylvania History Journal, Pennsylvania Magazine of History and
Biography, and annual conference for Women in Engineering Program Advocates Network
(WEPAN) for DPubS electronic publishing platform
Participated in decoration and staffing of Libraries Open House station for department
from
2004 to 2007
Cataloged department's collection of archival laser discs
Site Administrator, Shadownessence.com gaming fan forums, Aug 2006 to March 2010
Led moderation team to establish and uphold forum policies
Mediated disputes between forum members
Proposed and organized community activities and events
Liaised with marketing and public relations representatives of game companies
Managed privacy and security settings on member accounts
Maintained IP.Board forum installation including settings and software troubleshooting
Staff Assistant, Pollock Laptop Library
Pennsylvania State University Libraries, Feb 2003 to Aug 2004
Served customers in materials circulation and reference questions
Provided maintenance and troubleshooting for department and customer computers
Developed staff support webpage
Created online tutorials for Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Excel
Chaired Pollock decorating committee for Fall 2003 Open House
Maintained and updated Pollock Laptop User Database
Freelance Work
Nov. 2008 to March 2009: Curt Krebs, State College, PA
Web design: website for photography business.
March 2006: CJ's Auto Repair, State College, PA
Graphic Design: created advertising flier for local distribution
Aug. to Oct. 2005: Le Yen Nam, Ontario, Canada
Editing: Proofread, line edited, fact checked the draft of a novel in preparation for
submission to a publishing house
Professional Development
Attended and volunteered as staff for 140Cuse social media conference, Syracuse
University, April 19, 2012
Completed Black and Latino Information Studies Support Leadership Program,
Sept 2010 to
Nov 2010
Completed Lynda.com online training: Essentials of PHP, Oct 2009
Attended 2009 Eastern CONTENTdm Users Group Conference, Aug 5 to 7, 2009
Attended and volunteered as staff for 2007 Pennsylvania Library Association Conference,
Oct 14 to 17, 2007
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