BRANDON MCGRATH
brandondmcgrath@gmail.com
Objective: Seeking a full-time entry-level job to help build my skills and experience in the workplace.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
• Great time management and focus, worked 19 hours a week while being a full-time student in college
• Excellent working ethics and customer service skills, always went an extra mile to get the work done
• Superb communication skills, written and verbal
• Works well under pressure and adept at multi-tasking
• Team leader and team player
EDUCATION
The University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas
Bachelor of Communications with a concentration in Public Relations and a minor in Business Administration, Expected May 2011
• Major GPA 3.125/ 4.0
EXPERIENCE
January 2008- present, Office Work Study, History Department, The University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas
• Performed office duties that required a teamwork attitude and effort, knowledge on latest technology, and confidentiality
• Provided excellent hard work without being absent or tardy
• Provided hands on participation with professors and faculty on special requests and projects
July 2009- August 2009, Retail position, Pacsun, Galleria Mall, Houston, Texas
• Displayed excellent customer service
• Upsold clothing products as well as accessories such as: scarves, purses, hats, jewelries, etc.
• I was very knowledgeable on upcoming sales and new merchandise
• Quick learner
June 2008- August 2009, Merchandise Handler, Academy Warehouse, Katy, Texas
• Performed in a team-oriented environment that valued trust and communication
• Worked closely with supervisors and often times by myself
• Required knowledge of products and location
January 2011- May 2011, Public Relations internship, Culinaria, San Antonio, TX
• Receiving sponsorships and charitable donations from local and national companies
• Utilized various Event Calendars on local websites
• Special events coordinator
• Worked exclusively with volunteers for various events
• Worked exclusively with vendors and restaurants for various events
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Language: Developing fluency in Spanish written and oral
Technical: Microsoft Office programs, Internet, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Myspace.
ACHIEVEMENTS
Memberships: Ronald McNair Scholar program at the University of Texas at San Antonio and Alpha Chi Epsilon inductee
