Welcome to Brazen Careerist!

About Me

* Articulate, concise, and purposeful communicator
* Exceptional organizational skills to complete work thoroughly and efficiently
* Versatile worker and proficient multi-tasker with ability to adapt quickly and be resourceful
* Sociable and well-spoken professional, salesperson, and customer service representative
* Strong work ethic distinguished by diligence, trustworthiness, and self-discipline
* Experience managing and delegating groups of about fifteen people

Work History

• Red Lobster
• Server
• August 2011 to Present

• * Demonstrate seafood expertise to match guests with optimal personalized options according to seasonal menu changes
  * Promote signature beverages and menu specialties with enticing item descriptors
  * Uphold superior service standards and professionalism with pride and pursuit of excellence

• Star Tribune
• Prep Sports Copy Aide
• November 2010 to June 2011

• * Produced published Q&A interview article
  * Conducted impromptu interviews with coaches to gather newsworthy information for Prep Sports writers and match highlights
  * Wrote match highlights for Preps Roundup column and Minnesota high school sports Hub websites
  * Collected and recorded data to maintain up-to-date results for print and Hub websites

• TravelCenters of America
• Server
• May 2010 to September 2011

• * Guided customers through particulars of 50-entrée menu, specializing in individual diet needs
  * Aided training and acted as manager on duty in absence of GM and AGM

• Curves
• Member Sales/Fitness Trainer
• October 2008 to June 2010

• * Explained program features and membership options for prospective clients to facilitate new memberships
  * Shared health and fitness knowledge to motivate, inform, and advise members

• YMCA Camp St. Croix
• Horse Camp Program Staff
• May 2009 to September 2009

• * Conducted horseback riding lessons, educational activities, and trail rides for campers ages 7-14 including campers with special needs

Education

• Metropolitan State University
• B.A., Multimedia Communication for Artistic, Entertainment, and Expository Purposes
• 2010 - 2013

• In progress.

  Notable Courses: Introduction to Professional and Technical Writing; Writing News in a Digital World; and Beginning Screenwriting

• University of Wisconsin, River Falls
• B.S., Political Science, International Studies
• 2008 - 2010

• Not completed; major changed.