Description
OBJECTIVE: To obtain a challenging position at a respected, high-energy company with a positive work environment & career advancement potential. The ideal job would incorporate my educational background, BA in Communications /PR & Advertising, my work experience in the broadcasting and customer service industries, and my technology/computer skill set.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Arts and Humanities, May 2008
The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, Galloway, NJ
Major: Communications Studies: Advertising, Public Relations, Film & Video Production
Minor: Sociology: Concentration - Holocaust & Genocide Studies
Related course work: Advertising, Public Relations, Sports & Society, Writing for the Media, Social Research Methods, PR & Advertising Writing, Advanced Video Production, Techniques of Film & Video Production, Conflict Negotiation & Mediation, Theories of Communication
EXPERIENCE:
• FILM, VIDEO PRODUCTION, BROADCASTING, ENTERTAINMENT:
o Floor Director & Production Assistant - ABC WFTV Channel 9 Orlando, Florida
o News Desk & Production Assistant Internship - NBC 40 WMGM-TV in New Jersey
o Video Production Classes and Advanced Production Classes
o Produced and edited various types of video projects: commercials, PSA’s, music videos, documentaries, and video yearbook
o Morning Student News Program on Cable Channel 2, “The Mainland Channel”, participation included camera operator, director, switchboard, writer, and talent
o Taped and edited various sporting events for broadcast on Cable Channel 2
o Theater Arts experience includes various shows and performances at the Margate Performing Arts Center
o McCullough Models: Car and Boat Show Model at Atlantic City Convention Center Events
• SALES/CUSTOMER SERVICE: 3 years - Parts & Service Rep at Lexus of AC
o Contacted current and previous customers to schedule service appointments
o Handled customer feedback, both positive and negative; personally resolving negative comments to ensure Lexus of AC always exceeded service expectations
o Member of the Lexus of Atlantic City team - a consistent winner of the coveted CSI (Customer Service Index) Award presented by the Lexus Regional Office
• SALES/RECEPTION/FRONT DESK: 4 years - “Director of First Impressions” at Lexus of Atlantic City - Front Desk Receptionist at Blue Mercury Apothecary & Spa
o Greeted visitors, customers, clients and answered all incoming calls
o Paged personnel when requested by callers and/or visitors
o Processed cash or credit card payments for service work/spa services
WORK HISTORY:
Floor Director & Production Assistant for Daybreak News
ABC WFTV Channel 9
490 E. South Street, Orlando, Florida 32801
(October 2008 to Present)
Responsibilities include: cueing talent, teleprompting, cameras, lights, set up/break down of studio sets, filming of local news events and writing commercials for advertising clients.
Parts & Service Customer Service Rep
Lexus of Atlantic City
3169 Fire Road, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
September 2005 – May 2008)
Production Assistant
ABC WFTV Channel 9
490 E. South Street, Orlando, Florida 32801
(Internship: May 2007 – July 2007)
News Desk & Production Assistant
NBC 40 WMGM-TV
1601 New Road, Linwood, NJ 08221, News
(Internship: January 2007 – May 2007)
Sales Associate/Reception
Blue Mercury Apothecary & Spa
2801 Pacific Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(January 2005 – June 2006)
Reception/Customer Service/“Director of First Impressions”
Lexus of Atlantic City
3169 Fire Road, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
(August 2001 – September 2005)
Working Knowledge:
Linear/non-linear editing machines
Avid Digital Editing Software
Final Cut Pro Digital Editing Software
Fluent in camera, lighting & sound terminology
Microsoft Professional Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
Internet/E-mail
Multi-Line Business Phone Systems
Cash Register/Credit Card Machines
Personal Attributes:
Excellent Work History & Interpersonal Skills
Energetic
Reliable
Team Player
Willing to Accept Responsibility
Quick Learner/Will Take Direction
Strong Communication Skills: Oral and Written
Customer Service Oriented
Problem Solver
Organized Multi-Tasker
Excellent Computer, Grammar and Mathematical skills
Positive Attitude and Sense of Humor
References Available Upon Request
Katharine Komo has been in the industry since 2007.