Brad Atkinson

**** ******** **. ***. ** • Okemos, Michigan 48864 • 517-***-**** • nnsxmc@r.postjobfree.com

Goals

Task-driven hard worker seeking to make an impact in an organization established with integrity, where great rapport with people, proficiency on the computer, and analytical skills can be used to get jobs done well.

Work Experience

WEST MICHIGAN PIP CLAIMS REPRESENTATIVE 2008

Auto-Owners Insurance Company Lansing, Michigan

Processed medical claims for 300+ files of people who had been injured in auto accidents

• Corresponded with claimants, medical offices, and other insurance carriers via phone, fax, and transcribed letters to determine medical coverage for injuries according to the Michigan No-Fault Law.

PHOTOGRAPHER 2000-PRESENT

Atkinson Photography Perry, Michigan

Currently own a growing business, photographing weddings, family portraits, and senior pictures. The business has grown exclusively via word-of-mouth. Experience includes:

• Creatively shooting photos.

• Editing photographs in Photoshop CS2.

• Taking and placing orders for clients.

• Photographer for the Shiawassee County Special Olympics for the last four years.

• Created and maintain a website: www.atkinsonphotography.net

YOUTH PASTOR 2002-2007

Perry Church of the Nazarene Perry, Michigan

Led a growing youth program with the vision of bringing teenagers to a closer relationship with God.

• Designed and implemented forms for organization and communication.

• Communicated with many people through e-mail, phone calls, and personal meetings.

• Planned and integrated a running calendar of activities.

• Facilitated student and adult leadership teams.

• Spoke weekly in youth services and challenged students through group discussions.

• Led the worship team and congregation in singing.

• Counseled with people of all ages, working through many difficult situations.

• Kept a ledger of the ministry’s expenses, and acted as primary buyer for supplies and equipment.

District-level Leadership:

• Michigan District Vice President for Nazarene Youth International from 2004-2006.

• Planned and organized Celebrate Life from 2004-2006. Here, approximately 350 students compete in arts, communications, and sports, in preparation for regional level competition. Under my leadership, this activity became a weekend overnight event, which continues now.

• Currently a youth ministry representative on the TEAM Day planning committee for a state-wide event that offers training to lay leaders in churches.

YOUTH PASTOR 1998-2002

Three Rivers Church of the Nazarene Three Rivers, Michigan

Performed same responsibilities as in the Youth Pastor position listed above

LIBRARY ASSISTANT 1994-1998

Benner Library, Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, Illinois

Front desk position for one year. Moved to the interlibrary loan department for the next three years.

• Checked books in and out for patrons.

• Made connections with libraries around the country online, and through the phone and fax to obtain requested resources for patrons. Organized paperwork and maintained files.

ELECTRONICS SALES ASSOCIATE SUMMER 1996

K’s Merchandise Bradley, Illinois

• Gained significant experience in customer service and working with electronics.

• Was on the list of top five salespersons several weeks, which included all 13 K’s Merchandise stores.

Education

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN PSYCHOLOGY AND CHRISTIAN EDUCATION 1994 - 1998

Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, Illinois

• Graduated Magma Cum Laude, 3.8 GPA

• Member: Orpheus Choir, University Singers; Social Committee; Phi Delta Lambda; Gamma Chapter honor society of ONU of two different choir groups; Psi Chi, the National Honor Society in psychology.

• Participated in intramural sports.

• Contributing writer for the University newspaper.

• Took extra religion classes required for ordination in the Church of the Nazarene.

• Have earned 6 of 27 credits towards attaining a Master of Ministry degree in youth ministry.

Skills

• Very motivated, with an ability to work both independently, and collaboratively with a strong team concept.

• Focused, versatile, dependable, multi-task oriented, flexible, positive, and able to adapt effectively to challenging and emergency situations.

• Well-developed skills in prioritizing, organization, decision making, and verbal/written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills resulting in exceptional rapport with people. Proven success in initiating, promoting and maintaining strong interpersonal relations. Able to deal courteously, professionally, and tactfully with the general public in a variety of circumstances.

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to analyze situations accurately and effectively.

• Strong computer skills in Corel WordPerfect, Photoshop CS2, Microsoft Word and Power Point, and Quicken. Also skilled with Microsoft Excel, Publisher, and Outlook. Type 71 wpm.

• Website development and maintenance.

OTHER INTERESTS

• Occasional writer of youth resources for Barefoot Ministries, the youth division of Nazarene Publishing House.

• Ability to lead worship teams with vocals and guitar.

• Experience with home repairs and remodeling

References

TIM HARMON, SENIOR PASTOR 517-***-****

Perry Church of the Nazarene Perry, Michigan

PAM GREENLEE, LIBRARIAN FOR SCHOOL OF GRADUATE AND CONTINUING STUDIES 815-***-****

Benner Library, Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, Illinois

JODI GIFFORD, MICHIGAN PIP CATASTROPHIC CLAIMS ASSOCIATE 517-***-****

Auto-Owners Insurance Company Lansing, Michigan

MARY GRUNERT, LANGUAGE ARTS INSTRUCTOR 269-***-****

Constantine High School Three Rivers, Michigan

DERL KEEFER, PRIME TIME MINISTRIES COORDINATOR 816-***-**** X2362

Church of the Nazarene International Headquarters Kansas City, Missouri

JOHN W. HARRIS, MANAGER, DRIVER RECORDS SECTION 517-***-****

Michigan Department of State Lansing, Michigan

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