Technical Recruiter Administrative Coordinator

YUMO ZOU

+1-224-***-**** ********@*******.*** Aurora, IL, USA linkedin.com/in/yumo-zou No visa sponsorship required Bilingual in English & Mandarin Higher Education Admissions Student Recruitment CRM Systems PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Bilingual (English/Mandarin) admissions and recruitment professional with over 5 years of experience in full-cycle candidate engagement, CRM-based communication, and cross-functional coordination. Skilled in guiding adult learners through complex decision-making processes, evaluating application materials, and supporting recruitment events and outreach campaigns. Strong relationship builder with a passion for student success, data-driven strategies, and inclusive communication. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Antra Inc Naperville, IL, USA

Technical Recruiter October 2021 - Present

• Built and maintained a pipeline of 1,000+ passive candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, SeekOut, and CRM tools, reducing time-to-fill by 25%.

• Collaborated with hiring managers to define job requirements, improve role clarity, and enhance candidate-job fit, increasing placement satisfaction by 30%.

• Screened, interviewed, and evaluated candidates for technical fit, soft skills, and cultural alignment.

• Scheduled and coordinated over 1,200 interviews, resulting in a 98% candidate retention rate in the first 90 days.

• Facilitated smooth onboarding by liaising with HR, hiring teams, and candidates, improving day-one readiness and satisfaction.

Tianyu Arts & Culture Inc Martinsville, VA, USA

Administrative Coordinator November 2024 - January 2025

• Coordinated travel and lodging for 20+ touring staff, optimizing cost and comfort during a nationwide cultural project.

• Negotiated with 10+ vendors, achieving a 15% reduction in logistics and supply expenses.

• Delivered real-time Mandarin-English translation during events and meetings, improving communication between U.S. and Chinese teams by eliminating delays and miscommunications. CS Cabinet LLC Chicago, IL, USA

Sales & Relations Coordinator December 2019 - October 2021

• Oversaw business development activities resulting in $10K+ monthly revenue; built client loyalty through personalized support.

• Managed relationships with 50+ B2B clients, leading to a 25% increase in repeat business.

• Accelerated invoice collections by 15%, working closely with accounting to improve billing cycles.

• Proposed and rolled out pricing promotions that resulted in a 12% increase in regional sales over two quarters. The China Press Chicago,IL,USA

Business Reporter & Advertising Associate May 2018 - Oct 2019

• Prospected and secured new advertising partnerships, leading to a 15% increase in print and digital ad revenue.

• Created and pitched customized ad packages based on brand goals and market research.

• Maintained strong client relationships with 50+ local and regional businesses, ensuring continued placements.

• Conducted interviews and community outreach to understand educational, cultural, and economic topics affecting diverse families.

Southern Weekly & China Social Entrepreneur Foundation Beijing,China Reporter & Media Coordinator June 2015 - Aug 2017

• Partnered with nonprofits and local institutions to support child welfare awareness campaigns.

• Organized community events and maintained consistent outreach with families and educational stakeholders. EDUCATION

M.P.A., Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, IL 2018 M.A. Journalism & Communication, Jinan University, China 2015 B.A. Journalism, Heilongjiang University, China 2013 SKILLS

CRM & ATS Tools (LinkedIn, SeekOut, Salesforce, Slate) Event & Interview Coordination Public Speaking Candidate Outreach Microsoft Office Suite Adobe After Effects Data Reporting

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