Jason Smith
Intern
Goose Creek, SC
********@*****.**.*** - 843-***-****
WORK EXPERIENCE
Intern
Lowcountry Digital Library, College of Charleston - September 2013 to November 2013
Digitized items to be included in the digital library (http://lcdl.library.cofc.edu)
* Created MODS metadata for hundreds of items to be included in the digital library
* Rehoused a photo album for preservation
Volunteer
ExPress News and Reviews - September 2013 to September 2013
September 2013
*Transcribed an interview between Steve Damm and Paul Jenkins used for the Inhumanly Deep feature:
http://www.expertcomics.com/enr/2013/09/paul-jenkins-inhumanly-deep-part-7-the-deep-end/
ACADEMIC
PROJECTS How to Begin Academic Research Libguide
http://libraryschool.libguidescms.com/intro-to-research
The goal of this project was to create a libguide to help students learn how to perform research. I was
responsible for the Beyond Wikipedia section where I discussed the importance of avoiding Wikipedia and
Google for research purposes. I was also responsible for content editing, APA formatting, and HTML coding.
Presentation on using Lexis-Nexis
http://www.screencast.com/t/FZ5lAlyLY7zm
As a student, I was required to create a video presentation on how to use a database for research. I chose
Lexis-Nexis and explained the basics on how to use Lexis-Nexis effectively.
Golden Age Superhero Museum
http://smith497.wix.com/golden-age-superhero
I was required as part of a class to create a digital museum and a subject guide all on a website. I designed
the site and provided all the information using public domain photos. I did above the requirements of the
assignment, adding a lot more information than was required by the original assignment.
OTHER WORK
Digital Sales Lead
Barnes and Noble - Charleston, SC - November 2011 to January 2013
Responsible for assisting customers with Nook and Nook Accessories
* Provided technical support for any issues a customer may have with Nook devices, Nook Accessories, and/
or BarnesandNoble.com account
* Taught a weekly class on how to use the various Nook devices from the simple e-reader to the Nook tablet
Sales Associate
Best Buy - North Charleston, SC - September 2009 to August 2011
Won two Awards for Customer Satisfaction
* Aided customers in finding the proper item to fit their needs from cameras, camcorders, video game systems,
MP3 players, car stereos and speakers, GPS devices, and various other portable electronics
* Mastered interpersonal skills
Assistant Manager
Arby's Restaurant - Goose Creek, SC - June 2007 to July 2009
Awarded Shift Manger of the Quarter for the first Quarter in 2008
* Placed all promotional items and pricing for the entire store
* Performed weekly and daily ordering for supplies, food, and produce for the entire store
* Managed a staff of 7-10 part-time employees
* Trained employees and new management on proper policy and procedures
Floor Manager
Carolina Ice Palace - North Charleston, SC - April 2006 to February 2007
Managed 20 to 30 employees
* Opened and closed the facilities
* Staffing for Skate guards, arcade attendants, and skate park attendants
EDUCATION
University of South Carolina - Columbia, SC
2014
BA in French
College of Charleston - Charleston, SC
2005
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SKILLS Operating Systems: Windows, Mac
General: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), GoogleDocs,
Skype, FaceTime
Social Media: Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, WordPress
Graphics: Adobe Photoshop, Picasa
Web Design: HTML, HTML5, CSS