Resume - Sarah Capobianco
Sarah Capobianco
78 Polaris Ave, Garner, NC, 27529; ------------; ------------
SUMMARY
Fast learner seeking a full-time position utilizing my degrees to their full potential in engaging and meaningful work. Strong interest in plants and growing them in more effective ways - including hydroponics and other "media-free" farming strategies. Extensive experience with Microsoft Office and advanced experience in writing and editing.
EDUCATION
North Carolina State University
Awarded a B.S. in Botany and a B.S. in Horticulture, with a minor in Writing.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Plant Data Specialist and Customer Service Administrator (fall 2017-present) Horticultural Asset Management Inc. (HMI)
• Manage emergency insurance claims calls and assign to a local qualified tree care expert
• Manage all claim processing data and payments
• Research plant pricing for consulting work and insurance replacement costs
• Identifying plant remains
• Bridge the communication gap between arborists, insurance adjusters, and homeowners during the claims process
Assistant Researcher for CEFS NCSU Crop Science, Lisa Johnson (summer 2017, temp)
• measure crop loss on farms due to damage, disease, and un-marketability
• transcribe interviews, code for common themes, and interpret data
• harvest, measure, and determine marketability for multiple crops
Substitute Teacher St. Thomas Moore Elementary School (2017-2018, on call)
• Substitute teacher for Pre-K through 5th Grade
Field Hand/Research Technician NCSU Crop Science, Jim Holland (2011-2016)
• Worked in field planting corn, tending and harvesting crops
• Extra field work, including weeding and laying out irrigation pipe
• Worked in field lab shelling corn and recording data
• Worked in laboratory running ELYSA kits and recording data
Video Editor for Local Foods online course NCSU Horticultural Science, Joanna Lelekacs (fall 2016, contract)
• Responsible for editing pre-recorded lecture material into requested course video segments
• Organizing, labeling, and uploading clips for use by course designers
Assistant Director/Scriptkeeper for Demonstration Video NCSU Law Class, Dr. Ron Campbell (fall 2016)
• Responsible for keeping record of video cuts, run times, scenes, and locations
• Helped set up scenes, prepare actors, and keep track of props
• Kept track of costumes and sets for consistency
Writing Experience
• Freelance online writer and editor
• Hosted panels at multiple local conventions giving tips and advice to new writers
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES/CERTIFICATIONS
Horticulture Club - member for six years
Pi Alpha Xi Horticultural Honors Fraternity - member for five years
Culinary Horticulture Club - member for two years, VP for one term
“Our Table” Event Coordinator
Golden Hoe Winning Team
Child Protection Certification
Calvin's Paws Foster Home
Google One Certified
Sarah Capobianco
78 Polaris Ave, Garner, NC, 27529; ------------; ------------
SUMMARY
Fast learner seeking a full-time position utilizing my degrees to their full potential in engaging and meaningful work. Strong interest in plants and growing them in more effective ways - including hydroponics and other "media-free" farming strategies. Extensive experience with Microsoft Office and advanced experience in writing and editing.
EDUCATION
North Carolina State University
Awarded a B.S. in Botany and a B.S. in Horticulture, with a minor in Writing.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Plant Data Specialist and Customer Service Administrator (fall 2017-present) Horticultural Asset Management Inc. (HMI)
• Manage emergency insurance claims calls and assign to a local qualified tree care expert
• Manage all claim processing data and payments
• Research plant pricing for consulting work and insurance replacement costs
• Identifying plant remains
• Bridge the communication gap between arborists, insurance adjusters, and homeowners during the claims process
Assistant Researcher for CEFS NCSU Crop Science, Lisa Johnson (summer 2017, temp)
• measure crop loss on farms due to damage, disease, and un-marketability
• transcribe interviews, code for common themes, and interpret data
• harvest, measure, and determine marketability for multiple crops
Substitute Teacher St. Thomas Moore Elementary School (2017-2018, on call)
• Substitute teacher for Pre-K through 5th Grade
Field Hand/Research Technician NCSU Crop Science, Jim Holland (2011-2016)
• Worked in field planting corn, tending and harvesting crops
• Extra field work, including weeding and laying out irrigation pipe
• Worked in field lab shelling corn and recording data
• Worked in laboratory running ELYSA kits and recording data
Video Editor for Local Foods online course NCSU Horticultural Science, Joanna Lelekacs (fall 2016, contract)
• Responsible for editing pre-recorded lecture material into requested course video segments
• Organizing, labeling, and uploading clips for use by course designers
Assistant Director/Scriptkeeper for Demonstration Video NCSU Law Class, Dr. Ron Campbell (fall 2016)
• Responsible for keeping record of video cuts, run times, scenes, and locations
• Helped set up scenes, prepare actors, and keep track of props
• Kept track of costumes and sets for consistency
Writing Experience
• Freelance online writer and editor
• Hosted panels at multiple local conventions giving tips and advice to new writers
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES/CERTIFICATIONS
Horticulture Club - member for six years
Pi Alpha Xi Horticultural Honors Fraternity - member for five years
Culinary Horticulture Club - member for two years, VP for one term
“Our Table” Event Coordinator
Golden Hoe Winning Team
Child Protection Certification
Calvin's Paws Foster Home
Google One Certified