Communications Professional

Amy Villa

Cell: 951-***-**** Email: *********@*****.***

http://www.linkedin.com/in/amyhvilla

Objective Obtain a position in marketing and/or public relations in a rewarding industry that embraces creativity to reach business goals, utilizing writing and leadership skills.

Career Experience Oct. 2005- Present Mercury Insurance Group Rancho Cucamonga, Ca

Casualty Claims Adjuster

Resolve complex bodily injury and liability losses according to the Department of Insurance, (D.O.I.) and Mercury Company standards

Draft reports to law firms, insurance agents, claimants, and third party carriers in regards to questions of coverage and liability, both internally and externally.

Received scores of “Exceeds Expectations” in claims auditing.

Aug. 2002-Oct. 2005 Walt Disney Resort Anaheim, Ca

Food and Beverage Lead

Managed 50 employees during each work shift in quick service restaurants within the Disneyland Resort.

Balanced all safe deposits.

Implemented training courses for new cast members.

Volunteer Work Jan. 2012-Present Music In Press Irvine, Ca

Marketing Manager, Contributing Staff Writer

Promote the Southern California online music magazine by social networking such as Twitter, Facebook, and other media.

Promote and host events covered by the magazine.

Submit articles, which may consist of album reviews, live show reviews, or interviews.

Jan 2011-Dec 2011 OC Music Magazine Irvine, Ca

Contributing Staff writer, Media and Promotions Coordinator

Attend Orange County concerts and venues to review and promote local bands

Submit articles for the weekly issues each Friday which may consist of album reviews, live show reviews, or interviews

Contact event coordinators for press credentials

Promote events covered by the magazine and local Orange County concert events

Education 2006-2009 Cal Baptist University Riverside, Ca

Bachelor of Arts Degree, Interdisciplinary Studies

Concentration: Communication Arts

Graduated G.P.A. 3.20

2004-2006 Fullerton College Fullerton, Ca

Studied General Education

Interests Customer Service, Advertising and Marketing, Journalism, Social Media

References References are available on request.

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