The Resume
Education:
Campbell University Divinity School
Buies Creek, N.C.
Enrolled since January 2010
Anticipated Graduation Date: December 2012
• Master of Divinity with languages
• Concentration: Christian Missions, Biblical Studies
• Current GPA: 3.54
Appalachian State University
Boone, N.C.
August 2004 to August 2007
• Bachelor of Science in Communication
• Concentration: Journalism
• Minor: History
• Overall GPA: 3.53
• Major GPA: 3.73
Honors/Activities:
• Graduated Cum Laude
• University Honors Program – inductee
• Society of Professional Journalists – officer
Work Experience:
Features Writer for The Sanford Herald
Sanford, N.C.
April 2009 to November 2009
Responsibilities: To identify and investigate topics of interest or value to readers in Sanford, Lee County and surrounding areas in order to produce thoughtful, complete articles with an emphasis on human interests stories, matters of faith and values, and community journalism.
• Develop strong relationships with sources who are able to provide key information and insight into complex issues.
• Maintain a positive rapport within the community to build trust and stay abreast of the issues readers are most concerned with.
• Using a DSLR, capture meaningful images that illustrate the points covered in articles, as assigned.
Reporter / Photographer for The Daily Record
Dunn, N.C.
May 2008 to January 2009
Responsibilities: To identify and investigate topics of interest or value to readers in a four-county area in order to produce thoughtful, complete articles that present important information to readers in a manner that is both easily understood and captivating.
• Using a DSLR, capture meaningful images that illustrate the points covered in each article.
• Develop strong relationships with sources who are able to provide key information and insight into complex issues.
• Subject area includes all topics — crime, local government, state government, human interests, personal profiles, business and features — within the geographic coverage area.
Relevant Skills:
• Indepth knowledge of AP Style, grammar and news production techniques
• Established reputation for excellence within the local community
• Ability to produce clean, concise copy in one draft on deadline
• Possesses a passion for accuracy and an eye for detail
• Professional writing, public speaking and interviewing experience
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented work ethic
• Excellent computer skills in both Windows and Mac environments
• Traditional and digital photography experience
• Ability to work in high-stress, rapidly-changing situations
Assistant Store Manager at Chick-fil-A
Boone, N.C.
September 2006 to May 2008
Responsibilities: Independently manage all aspects of the business, including hiring, training and scheduling personnel; purchasing, receiving and maintaining inventory; setting short- and long-term profitability goals and adjusting business operations to meet those goals; ensuring all product is prepared according to recipes and all guests expectations are met to the best of staff’s ability.
Relevant Skills:
• Ability to direct a team of more than 40 employees towards meeting sales and customer service goals
• Ability to develop, implement and adapt a business plan to achieve profitability
• Ability to focus on multiple issues — building maintenance, customer service, inventory control, employee training — simultaneously while keeping day-to-day operations in perspective
• Ability to plan for and share ideas at a business meeting to maintain brand health and support other entrepreneurs
• Ability to manage an annual budget of $3 million
