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Jessica Claire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
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Summary

Focused Journalist successful in developing feature articles, short stories, editorial pieces and broadcast scripts. Strong technical command of the English language and familiarity with a wide range of writing styles. Committed to maintaining journalistic excellence and integrity.

Highlights
  • Superb editor
  • Firm grasp of journalistic ethics
  • Experience with Final Cut Pro
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated
  • MS Office Suite
  • Focused
  • Broad knowledge of local news topics
  • Broad knowledge of Film and TV
Accomplishments

Wrote and published 2 print and 2 exclusively online pieces per week for Uloop newspaper for University of Illinois Champaign Urbana


Produced a 15-minute documentary film that received an A+ grade for credit towards Minor Degree in Cinema Studies

Experience
2013 to Current
Contributing Writer Vodafone Berlin, NH,

Wrote factually correct, concise and engaging news stories pertaining to new film releases within tight deadlines.

Introduced fresh and new angles on previously-reported material to update and inform readers.

Wrote 2 film reviews per week for multiple media platforms.

08/2010 to Current
Assistant Manger Abm Pflugerville, TX,

Shared product knowledge with customers while making personal recommendations.

Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.

Received and processed cash and credit payments for in-store purchases.

Opened and closed the store, including counting cash, opening and closing cash registers and creating staff assignments.

Worked as a team member to provide the highest level of service to customers.

04/2010 to 07/2011
Intern Abm Providence, RI,

Designed point of purchase sweepstakes signage for clients including Fuji, AT&T, Comcast and Chicago History Museum.

Created promotional recaps for station clients utilizing spot schedules and photos through Powerpoint presentations.

Weekly preparation of promotional events including organization of detailed props, sweepstakes, games and prizing.

04/2009 to 07/2010
Intern Essanay/Fletcher Film Studios City, STATE,

Set up equipment for filming and promotions at station remotes.

Handled and organized wardrobe and props on set and assisted actors with proper placement for items.

Organized and managed the preparation of employment documentation, flight/travel arrangements and information and other official documents for actors.

Led regular stand-up meetings, events and continuous improvement projects with measurable goals.

Maintained and enforced a safe and clean working environment at all times.

Established and adjusted work procedures to meet production schedules.

Education
Expected in 2013 to to
Bachelor of Arts: English
University of Illinois - Champaign, Illinois
GPA:

Minor - Cinema Studies

Expected in to to
Study Abroad: Cinema
Queen Mary University of London - London,
GPA:

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School Attended

  • University of Illinois
  • Queen Mary University of London

Job Titles Held:

  • Contributing Writer
  • Assistant Manger
  • Intern
  • Intern

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Arts
  • Study Abroad

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