Allison Autrey
Objective
To use my interpersonal skills, education, and experience to communicate effectively to people in the community.
Education
Candidate for Bachelor of Arts in Communication December 2009
University of Arkansas
Emphasis in Mediated Communication
Professional Experience
Press Office, Acquisitions Intern and Clerical Assistant Sept 2008 - May 2009
University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR
• Enter manuscripts into Filemaker Pro for Miller Williams Poetry Prize
• Conduct research in library special collections
• Reply to authors letters of interests
• Correspond with authors regarding their manuscripts
Customer Service Representative Nov 2007 - April 2008
Dillard’s Fayetteville, AR
• Provided cash refunds and communicated with customers
• Counted money in cash registers
• Answered multi-extension phone line to assist customers with their needs
• Recorded daily sales totals for store
Legal Secretary Dec 2005 - Jan 2006, May 2005 - Aug 2005
Autrey and Stewart Law Firm Texarkana, AR
• Copied and bound legal briefs
• Metered mail and sent faxes
• Filed paperwork at county courthouse
• Typed letters and provided research
Extracurricular Activities
Zeta Tau Alpha – Beta Iota chapter
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
Think Pink: Philanthropy Event for Breast Cancer Awareness, Research, and Education
University of Arkansas Young Democrats
Students for Barack Obama
Additional Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs, Filemaker Pro
Experience in Photoshop, Pagemaker
Experience with digital pictures and photography