Anthony Spara
408 Spencer St. * Canastota NY, 13032 *------------ * ------------
OBJECTIVE: To obtain a challenging entry-level marketing position that uses my skills and experiences to benefit a growth-oriented company.
EDUCATION:
University at Buffalo, The State University at New York, Buffalo, NY Aug. 2014-May 2018
Bachelor�s Degree in Communication
GPA: 3.1/4.0
Dean�s List Fall 2016, Spring 2017
SELECTED COURSEWORK
Public Relations, Social Psychology, Business and Professional Communication, Conflict Theory, Communication Graphics, Advertising, Promotional Writing, Research Methods, Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, Organizational Communication, Mass Communication, Principles of Communication, Statistics, Accounting
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Sigma Tau Gamma National Fraternity Fall 2014-May 2018
President Nov. 2017-May 2018
Vice President of Membership Aug.-Dec 2017 Social Chair Aug. 2015-May 2016
Earl A. Webb Academy for Leadership Development Jan. 2018
Community Service Projects 2014-2018
Habitat for Humanity, Special Olympics, Relay for Life, ReTree the District, Walk for Breast Cancer, Alzheimer�s Walk, Clean Up University Heights
SKILLS:
Language � Fluent in Spanish
Computer � Photoshop, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Pinnacle Video Editor
Social Media � LinkdIn, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Student Caller, UB Call Center, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY Sept. 2016-March 2018
Successfully raised over $10,000 in donations to the University. Contacts 400 to 500 UB Alumni a day in order to solicit donations and reinforce alumni connection to the mission of UB.
Service Associate, Five Star Services, Lancaster, NY April-Aug. 2016
Worked with various crew members, as well as independently, to resolve service issues related to pools, heaters, and other pool equipment. Successfully resolved 4 to 6 service problems a day.
Set Up Specialist, Ralston�s Supply Center, Canastota, NY May-Aug. 2015
Worked as a part of a three-person team to set up tent and related rental equipment for customers in a 100-mile radius.
INTERNSHIPS:
University at Buffalo Athletic Recreation Department Jan.-May 2018
Marketed Recreation Department calendar and events on social media (Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter) with two other student interns. Increased student body attendance/enrollment with recreation events and classes. Created an event to increase member participation within the fitness center.
Cornerstone and Ruth Diamond Market Research Jan.-Feb. 2017
Recruited 80+ people to participate in a music radio study. Met quotas for recruits, organized files for the study, and administered music study to each individual. Input and organized data into Excel.
408 Spencer St. * Canastota NY, 13032 *------------ * ------------
OBJECTIVE: To obtain a challenging entry-level marketing position that uses my skills and experiences to benefit a growth-oriented company.
EDUCATION:
University at Buffalo, The State University at New York, Buffalo, NY Aug. 2014-May 2018
Bachelor�s Degree in Communication
GPA: 3.1/4.0
Dean�s List Fall 2016, Spring 2017
SELECTED COURSEWORK
Public Relations, Social Psychology, Business and Professional Communication, Conflict Theory, Communication Graphics, Advertising, Promotional Writing, Research Methods, Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, Organizational Communication, Mass Communication, Principles of Communication, Statistics, Accounting
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Sigma Tau Gamma National Fraternity Fall 2014-May 2018
President Nov. 2017-May 2018
Vice President of Membership Aug.-Dec 2017 Social Chair Aug. 2015-May 2016
Earl A. Webb Academy for Leadership Development Jan. 2018
Community Service Projects 2014-2018
Habitat for Humanity, Special Olympics, Relay for Life, ReTree the District, Walk for Breast Cancer, Alzheimer�s Walk, Clean Up University Heights
SKILLS:
Language � Fluent in Spanish
Computer � Photoshop, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Pinnacle Video Editor
Social Media � LinkdIn, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Student Caller, UB Call Center, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY Sept. 2016-March 2018
Successfully raised over $10,000 in donations to the University. Contacts 400 to 500 UB Alumni a day in order to solicit donations and reinforce alumni connection to the mission of UB.
Service Associate, Five Star Services, Lancaster, NY April-Aug. 2016
Worked with various crew members, as well as independently, to resolve service issues related to pools, heaters, and other pool equipment. Successfully resolved 4 to 6 service problems a day.
Set Up Specialist, Ralston�s Supply Center, Canastota, NY May-Aug. 2015
Worked as a part of a three-person team to set up tent and related rental equipment for customers in a 100-mile radius.
INTERNSHIPS:
University at Buffalo Athletic Recreation Department Jan.-May 2018
Marketed Recreation Department calendar and events on social media (Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter) with two other student interns. Increased student body attendance/enrollment with recreation events and classes. Created an event to increase member participation within the fitness center.
Cornerstone and Ruth Diamond Market Research Jan.-Feb. 2017
Recruited 80+ people to participate in a music radio study. Met quotas for recruits, organized files for the study, and administered music study to each individual. Input and organized data into Excel.