Zachary DuBose
Leesburg, VA ***** 803-***-**** ********@*****.***
Skills
-Proficient in Microsoft products, including business applications of Excel
-Scrupulous researcher, writer, and editor
-Understands economics and marketing
-Skilled in contextualizing; identifies how minute details translate to the "big picture"
-Superb leadership
-Social media proficiency
-Familiar with engaging the public
-Speaks basic Spanish
-Highly organized
Work History
Cellar Hand, 08/2020 to present
Stone Tower Winery – Leesburg, Virginia
-perform strenuous tasks in a fast-paced environment
-clean and organize equipment to meet Stone Tower’s high standards of sanitation and efficiency
-assist wine-makers in sampling and harvesting operations to guarantee quality products
-remain a reliable member of the cellar crew in an atmosphere that requires team chemistry
Executive Assistant/Researcher, 05/2019 to 08/2019
The Electric Cooperatives Of South Carolina – Cayce, South Carolina
-worked closely with ECSC's CEO/President and Director of Operations to conduct research regarding efficiency within South Carolina's electric cooperatives
-utilized research to provide consumers with an analysis of current and recent events affecting their utility providers
-reported on the history of recent SC legislation that transformed electric cooperative operations
-aided in communications between ECSC and individual cooperatives
-frequently undertook tasks, like event-set up, filing, and communicating face-to-face, to improve organization
-analyzed customer relations during research on public sources regarding cooperative operations
-used research to analyze how different approaches to transparency and ethical standards impact company image
-analyzed economics relating to the ownership and legislative regulations of utility companies
-learned from superiors how to maximize productivity using employee-centered leadership and client-focused organizational goals
Content Writer, 01/2019 to 08/2019
Backpack Buddies Foundation Of Loudoun – Loudoun County, Virginia
-researched and wrote as needed for articles on food-insecure children
-maintained high standards of content and accuracy
-effectively and efficiently delivered projects against tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Event Staff, 01/2012 to 04/2016
Four 'O Three North Lake Events – Lexington, South Carolina
-collaborated with event coordinators, culinary staff, and customers to organize unique event experiences
-performed quality control before, during, and after events
-ensured that all events complied with organizational policies and local, state, and federal regulations
-on-boarded and trained 4 event staffers
Summer Camp Volunteer, 06/2015 to 08/2015
South Carolina State Museum – Columbia, South Carolina
-supervised group activities as a leader of the 8-12 year-old summer camp group
-fostered quality relationships with superiors and attendees to maintain effective communication
-became familiar with administration and education characteristics found in an efficient museum
-used research and contextualization skills to educate camp’s attendees
Cook/Waiter, 03/2012 to 08/2014
Cafe 403 – Lexington, South Carolina
-filled multiple roles, including cook, server, and waiter
-applied time management and organization to maintain efficiency when busy
-became comfortable working under the pressure and time-constraints of busy kitchens and dining rooms
-communicated with customers in a friendly yet concise manner to promote a healthy atmosphere
-maintained high sanitation and visual standards
-cooperated with frequently changing groups of employees
Education
Bachelor of Arts: History, 05/2020
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University - Blacksburg, VA
-minors in Classical Studies and Political Science
-significant coursework in Business
-researched and wrote extensively about Roman architecture and the invasion of Inca territory by Spain
-collaborated with students and teachers while in England to develop virtual tours of prominent sites