Self-motivated, 24-year-old female with knowledge of the action sports industry looking for a job opportunity with a surf company in the Southern California area. I am an avid surfer, waterskier, and wakeboarder. I have experience in fashion, photography, graphic design, event planning, marketing, and advertising. I have the drive and creativity to succeed and do big things if given the right opportunity!

EDUCATION
Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, FL
Graduated Cum Laude Bachelor of Arts with Liberal Studies Major May 2009
• Completed minors in Advertising, Art, Spanish, Interdisciplinary Studies
• Concentrations: Advertising, Digital Photography, Computer Imaging
• 3.63 Cumulative GPA; Dean’s List every semester
• Relevant coursework: Introduction to Marketing, Principles of Advertising, Professional
Writing, Digital Photography, Advanced Computer Imaging, Graphic Design, Web Design
• Member of Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society and Golden Key National Honor Society
• Awarded multiple FGCU scholarships based on academic merit

WORK EXPERIENCE
The/Uncharted/Studio, Store Manager/Promotions Coordinator, Rincón, PR Winters 2009-2011
• Budget planning, expense tracking, inventory, employee hiring and scheduling
• Social Media Networking and promotional marketing, and event planning
• Contributing photographer and graphic designer for merchandise and outside clients
• Successfully closed sales on a commission basis

Cambria Sherwin Freelance Photography & Graphic Design 2009-Present
• Brand design, corporate identity for clients
• Coordinate test shoots with fashion models
• Utilize creative abilities for all styling, accessorizing, makeup and hair for models
• Photo retouching and model portfolio/composition card design

MKTG, Team Marketing, Team Enterprises, Promotional Marketing Representative 2010-Present
• Distribute promotional products at point-of-sale for multiple liquor and wine brands in
New York and Florida

Montauk T-Shirts, Assistant Retail Manager, Montauk, NY Summers 2004-2010
• Managed retail, inventory, purchase, and sales
• New hire orientation and training manager

Obex Data Services, Inc., Graphic Artist, Fort Myers, FL September 1999-Present
• Create artwork for direct mail campaigns and print media advertising
• Contribute to web page design for company website

Dunkin Donuts/SoBe, Marketing Representative, Montauk, NY June 2007-August 2007
• Selected as one of 25 New York surfers to promote new summer beverage product
• Demonstrated promotional methods: product logo display and photographic advertising
• Awarded winner of the nine-week incentive program

OTHER RELATED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Competitive surfer; ranked #1 in ESA’s New York State Women’s Division 2008
• Proficient in Mac/PC platforms
• Applications: Adobe Illustrator, PhotoShop, InDesign; Dreamweaver; Microsoft Office
• Sales representative in trade show booths at Orlando Surf Expo for various vendors: Utopia
Optics, NVS Surf, Gator Boards, Inc.
• Tutored and pursued speaking Spanish post-graduation in Puerto Rico for two years (native language English)