William Ward's Resume
EDUCATION
Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) Fort Myers, FL
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Expected December 2019
• Concentration in Public Relations
• Minoring in Journalism and Interdisciplinary Studies
• Dean’s List 2014 and 2019
WORK EXPERIENCE
Eagle News Fort Myers, FL
Free Lance Writer/Columnist Jan 2019 – Present
• Responsible for producing original and relevant written news content on deadline. Responsible for providing detailed and edited photographs and B-roll to copy editors on deadline.
Articulture Art Gallery and Tattoo (David Dotts) Fort Myers, FL
Public Relations Strategist Jan 2018 – Present
• Responsible for creating mutually beneficial relationships with customers and investors, managing social media accounts, responding to complaints, promoting specials and events and posting new art work.
Bokampers Sports Bar & Grill Estero, FL
Bartender/Server/Barback/Food Runner/Busser Aug 2016 – Present
• Responsible for delivering friendly and efficient service to all guests, suggesting menu items and preparing specialty cocktails according to corporate specifications for a pleasant dining experience.
Men's Wearhouse Estero, FL
Consultant Oct 2015 - Feb 2016
• Responsible for greeting customers at the door, handling customer complaints over the phone, using cash register and balancing drawers, enrolling new customers into rewards program, and advising style.
Dominos Pizza Fort Myers, FL
Delivery Driver, Insider/CSR Jan 2015 – March 2016
• Responsible for timely deliveries, preparing food items, keeping areas clean and sanitized, and maintaining a positive rapport with customers. Responsible for greeting customers, preparing food items, coordinating driver dispatch, ensuring customer satisfaction, quality checking items being sold, and handling customer complaints in a professional manner.
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
• FGCU FPRA | The FGCU student chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) that works to promote local learning and networking opportunities in public relations and marketing.
VOLUNTEER WORK
Koreshan State Park | Volunteer August 2016 - Present
Animal Refuge Center | Volunteer Jan 2018 – Present
SKILLS: Microsoft Office (Word, Powerpoint), Adobe Photoshop, iMovie, Quick Learner, Excellent Writing, Research, and Communication Skills
INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE: News Writing, Broadcasting, Music Production, Speech Writing, Crisis Management, Strategic Planning, Press Releases, Case Management, Journalism, Public Relations
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Intercultural Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Easily Adaptable, Problem Solving, Customer Service, Client Relations
EDUCATION
Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) Fort Myers, FL
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Expected December 2019
• Concentration in Public Relations
• Minoring in Journalism and Interdisciplinary Studies
• Dean’s List 2014 and 2019
WORK EXPERIENCE
Eagle News Fort Myers, FL
Free Lance Writer/Columnist Jan 2019 – Present
• Responsible for producing original and relevant written news content on deadline. Responsible for providing detailed and edited photographs and B-roll to copy editors on deadline.
Articulture Art Gallery and Tattoo (David Dotts) Fort Myers, FL
Public Relations Strategist Jan 2018 – Present
• Responsible for creating mutually beneficial relationships with customers and investors, managing social media accounts, responding to complaints, promoting specials and events and posting new art work.
Bokampers Sports Bar & Grill Estero, FL
Bartender/Server/Barback/Food Runner/Busser Aug 2016 – Present
• Responsible for delivering friendly and efficient service to all guests, suggesting menu items and preparing specialty cocktails according to corporate specifications for a pleasant dining experience.
Men's Wearhouse Estero, FL
Consultant Oct 2015 - Feb 2016
• Responsible for greeting customers at the door, handling customer complaints over the phone, using cash register and balancing drawers, enrolling new customers into rewards program, and advising style.
Dominos Pizza Fort Myers, FL
Delivery Driver, Insider/CSR Jan 2015 – March 2016
• Responsible for timely deliveries, preparing food items, keeping areas clean and sanitized, and maintaining a positive rapport with customers. Responsible for greeting customers, preparing food items, coordinating driver dispatch, ensuring customer satisfaction, quality checking items being sold, and handling customer complaints in a professional manner.
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
• FGCU FPRA | The FGCU student chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) that works to promote local learning and networking opportunities in public relations and marketing.
VOLUNTEER WORK
Koreshan State Park | Volunteer August 2016 - Present
Animal Refuge Center | Volunteer Jan 2018 – Present
SKILLS: Microsoft Office (Word, Powerpoint), Adobe Photoshop, iMovie, Quick Learner, Excellent Writing, Research, and Communication Skills
INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE: News Writing, Broadcasting, Music Production, Speech Writing, Crisis Management, Strategic Planning, Press Releases, Case Management, Journalism, Public Relations
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Intercultural Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Easily Adaptable, Problem Solving, Customer Service, Client Relations