OBJECTIVES
I am seeking a position in the marketing field that allows me to utilize my creativity and people skills.

EDUCATION

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN AFRICANA STUDIES AND COMMUNICATIONS, MAY 2007
University at Albany, State University of New York.

Additional coursework: Public Speaking; Argumentive Methods; Business Law; Marketing; Interpersonal Communication; Mass Communication.

WORK EXPERIENCE

POWERade, New York, NY Feb 2008-Nov 2008
Brand Ambassador
• Responsible for organizing and participating in promotional events throughout the Tri-State region.
• Maintained a strong presence for the POWERade brand with direct consumer marketing.
• Educated consumers on the benefits of drinking POWERade.
• Helped in increasing sales at retail locations by setting up promotional opportunities.
• Managed on-location games & prizes of POWERade branded items.
• Collaborated with event managers in creating POWERade sponsorship & promotional opportunities.
• Additional on-site event duties included Audio/DJ tech duties in company’s promotional vehicle.
• Maintained and updated Social Networking event website pages.
• Created customized promotional event fliers.


BASCapital, Albany/Brooklyn, NY Aug 2007-Nov 2008
Chief Operating Officer
• Transformed the Property Development department into a strong Marketing & Management division.
• Aided in the search for new talent including Actors, Singers and Models.
• Maintained and updated Social Networking company profile website pages.
• Responsible for expanding new markets including New York City & the Capital region area.
• Aided businesses in creating customized promotional materials.


Solomon and Solomon; P.C., Albany, NY Aug 2007-Dec 2007
Collection Representative
• Responsible for the collection of assigned accounts.
• Collaboration with a team of Skip Tracers, Document Specialists, and Legal Support.
• Collection of delinquent accounts for companies such as Verizon, MCI, gas & electric companies.
• Utilized foreign language skills with Spanish speaking clientele.
• Developed proficient skills in the art of negotiations, legal process, assertiveness and leadership.

SKILLS

Fluent in Spanish; Proficient in Microsoft Word & Power Point; Demonstrated Customer Service & Sales experience; Strong communication skills; Reliable and dependable.