CBW Resume

OBJECTIVE

Seeking a full-time position in Marketing, Advertising, or Administration. Committed to professionalism; outgoing personality with superior written and verbal communication skills; team player but also work well independently; comfortable under strict deadlines; solid leadership, management, and negotiating skills; budget conscious; very computer savvy.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PARTNER, 2003 – 2008

B-FREE Entertainment – Memphis, TN

B-FREE Entertainment is a promotions, booking, and artist management firm.

• Manage the day-to-day processes for a signed, touring band. Helped secure two independent recording deals since 2004.

• Develop, coordinate, and set and maintain budgeting for all marketing initiatives including web campaigns, radio promotions, retail marketing, street promotions, publicity, advertising, video production and promotions, artist appearances, art direction, etc.

• Coordinate all merchandising efforts, from design to sales. Negotiate pricing with vendors.

• Work independently and with outside agents to secure show/concert opportunities, as well as sponsorships for those opportunities when applicable.

FREELANCE WRITER/EDITOR, 2004 – Present

Memphis, TN

• Professional writer with experience in creative, magazine, and business writing.

• Developer, writer, editor, and designer of a variety of business materials, including web content, newsletters, brochures, proposals and resumes.

• Experienced in copyediting, content editing, and proofreading.

CONSTRUCTION MANAGER, 2002 – 2007

JAC, Inc. – Memphis, TN

JAC, Inc. is a licensed general contracting firm specializing in residential developments.

• Managed many of the day-to-day operations of the company.

• Helped increase annual revenue by more than 300% during tenure.

• Coordinated with employees and subcontractors to ensure a quick and efficient turnaround on projects.

• Managed all invoicing and payment processes involving clients, vendors, employees, and subcontractors.

ACCOUNT MANAGER, 2000 – 2001

Document Enterprises – Atlanta, GA

Document Enterprises was an Authorized Xerox Sales Agency, specializing in document management systems.

• Managed a territory of more than 2,000 small to medium-sized businesses.

• Maintained relationships with current account base and developed new opportunities within the territory.

• Made presentations to senior executives to close business. Generated over $600,000 in revenue during tenure.

• Handled all administrative aspects of sales, including contract writing, product delivery, and service.

MARKETING MANAGER, 1999 – 2000

Southwest General Contractors – Atlanta, GA

Southwest was a general contracting firm that specialized in residential developments.

• Coordinated all marketing efforts for the company.

• Organized and implemented advertising campaigns for residential developments.

• Researched residential markets for current trends.

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EDUCATION

University of Georgia – Athens, GA – Major: Marketing – 1995-1999

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