Tiffany Hicks

Tiffany Hicks

Christian Tiffany Hicks

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Powder Springs, GA 30127

Objective

I am a well rounded professional seeking a job that utilizes my speaking, writing, and editing abilities. My personal experiences have allowed me to become a hard working, detail oriented, and self-motivated person that is willing to learn and eager to share my knowledge with others in a team based environment.

Education

Georgia State University Atlanta, GA Aug 2003 - May 2008

BA Journalism/Telecommunications

-National Honor Roll 2003 - 2008 - GPA has never been lower than 3.0

-National Dean’s List 2003 - 2008 - HOPE Scholarship 2003 - 2008

-Georgia State University Dean’s list four times (2004, 2005 and twice in 2007, 2008)

-Georgia State University cumulative GPA: 3.43

Academic Achievement

Television Production I & II ( *each package I filmed, produced, wrote, and, edited)

Studio Work

- Acted as director, producer, audio, technical director, camera operator, and talent

- Wrote scripts

- Conducted multiple interview and demonstration shows

News Packages

Long-form News package

- Sports man-on-the-street piece * - News package on the salon industry*

- News package on recycling * - Conducted interviews with an author and stylist

Rialto Piece

- Developed a highlight reel for the Rialto’s Student Ambassadors for the GSU Presidential Awards

- Worked in a team to shoot and edit reel

Non-Profit PR Piece

- PR piece on United Way*

- Conducted interviews with United Way representatives and partners

Experience

Fox 5 News Atlanta, GA Jan 2008 - Mar 2008 Intern

- Ran scripts to director, audio, Amanda Davis and Russ Spencer, and floor director during live telecast

- Observed reporters out in the field

- Data entry during election (updated poll results on web)

- Wrote mock stories in INEWS

Washington Week with Gwen Ifill Atlanta, GA June 20, 2008 Stand-in

- Conducted a mock interview session

- Read script from teleprompter

Work History

Sears Kennesaw, GA Jun 2002 - Present

Merchandise Assistant and Fine Jewelry Consultant

- Demonstrated outstanding customer service during sales transactions

- Handled, repaired, and cleaned very expensive jewelry and watches

Capital Cadillac Smyrna, GA Jul 2006 - Mar 2007

Receptionist

- Demonstrated outstanding customer service during sales calls

- Efficiently answered calls on a multi-line switchboard

- Ensured that customers are promptly greeted by a salesperson

Powder Springs Public Library Powder Springs, GA Jul 1999 - Nov 2001

Library Clerk

- Assisted patrons with the computer and finding books

Atlanta Journal Constitution Atlanta, GA 1995 - 1998

Paper Route

- Learned the importance of time and efficiency

- Won numerous awards for perfect attendance

- Received various prizes and gifts for having no route errors

Technology

Adobe Suite - Illustrator, Indesign, Photoshop

3-4 Years Experience

- Created booklets, cards, cd covers, business cards, etc.

Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, Powerpoint

7-9 Years Experience

- Created various school projects

Final Cut Pro - Live Type

<1 Year Experience

- Created several news packages, music video, and public relation piece

Community Activities

- Volunteered services to area schools during seasonal festivals and dances.

- Served meals to the elderly and economically challenged members of the community.

References

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