Brandon

Profile
Objective As a recent graduate, I am in pursuit of a challenging position to not only begin a career in the business marketing industry, but to grow and expand in as well. With aspirations of developing strong and innovative E-Commerce, marketing, public relation, and advertising skills, I am looking to secure a position in which I can utilize my creativity and originality to help reach company goals.

Key Skills
• Entrepreneurial spirit with strong analytical, forward thinking, decision-making, and organizational skills
• Self-motivated in achieving personal career and company goals
• Committed to further development of attributes in professionalism, work ethic and business collaboration
• Proficient in design programs such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Great communication skills in working with others and teams of different departments and responsibilities
• Strong desire to stay updated on recent trends and developments in current fast-paced world
Education
2006 to 2008 General Studies Coursework (Undergraduate)
Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona
2010 to 2012 Bachelor in Business Studies (Concentrated in Marketing)
Kansas Wesleyan University, Salina, Kansas

Activities and Awards
Activities Varsity Basketball at Kansas Wesleyan University, 2010-2011
Raised $11,000 in funds over two years in marketing project to aid women in Liberian charity
Awards Kansas Wesleyan University Dean’s List, Fall 2010 & Fall 2011


Work Experience
Smurk Clothing Company, Avondale, Arizona Business Venture, 2010
Business Owner/Entrepreneur
• Established a licensed clothing company and controlled all facets of business including graphic designs, product outflow, customer relations, and social media interaction
• E-Commerce and Web Design experience
Journeys, Salina, Kansas Part-time job
Sales Associate November 2011 to January 2012
• Interacted with employees and customers in selling of store merchandise and fulfilling store responsibilities
• Took part and stayed up to date on store inventory that consisted of multiple types of items in stock
Red Lobster, Goodyear, Arizona Part-time job
Server (Captain) February 2009 to August 2010
• Promoted to shift Captain, which is similar to a supervisor position, within first 4 months of employment
o Received letter from President of Red Lobster complimenting and commending my service resulting in recognition for excellent performance in a company-wide newsletter
• Provided a professional dining experience to Red Lobster customers which included taking correct orders, placing them, taking the order to patron, money handling, and any other requests needed
Just Sports Inc., Tempe, Arizona Part-time job
Sales Associate (Closer) September 2007 to September 2008
• Assisted customers with purchases and questions
• Responsibilities similar to that of Journeys in selling merchandise and customer relations