experience
CASSIDY & PINKARD COLLIERS
January 2008- Present
Graphics Specialist and Leasing Administrator
Gaithersburg, Maryland
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Provide full range of administrative and graphics support for the Maryland Leasing Department.
Type and design general correspondences, memos, charts, tables, graphs. -
Proofread copy for spelling, grammar and layout, making appropriate changes; responsible for accuracy and clarity of final copy.
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Design and produce attractive marketing materials such as: flyers, lease proposals, email blasts, invitations, announcements, presentation boards, aerials.
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Production and assembly for mailing of flyers, brochures, and mass marketing pieces.
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Design and produce interactive presentations for prospective clients using: market and property data, photographic and drawn graphic images, internet graphics, demographic and financial graphs, organizational charts, lease comps, stacking plans, maps, etc.
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Produce stacking plans for building exclusives; update tenant placement as changes occur.
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Scan and/or retouch floor plans, photographs and other materials as needed.
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Organize and/or assist with Broker functions such as breakfasts, luncheons and special events.
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Organize, update and maintain supply of marketing materials (brochures, flyers, floor plans) for exclusive building listings.
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Run CoStar reports and building surveys to compile information for building tour brochures.
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Track expenses for projects
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Provide backup phone coverage for receptionist’s breaks and lunch hour on a rotating schedule
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Assist with office operational tasks, such as supply ordering, calling for service on office equipment and ordering breakfasts/lunches.
NATIONAL STUDENT CLEARINGHOUSE
August 2006 – Dec. 2007
Communication Generalist
Herndon, Virginia
- Assisted the Graphics Designer, Web Master and Director of Marketing Communications with the design of product and other materials.
- Supported business-to-business client communications and marketing efforts.
- Acted as liaison between product management/operations and application development staff.
- Produced clear, concise documentation and associated materials related to product and system enhancements for web-based products.
- Wrote, edited and proofread all collateral.
- Provided trade show support for regional directors; including planning, packing and shipping of trade show materials.
- Managed and maintain internet and intranet sites with SharePoint.
SPECTRUM GROUP, LLC
February 2006 – August 2006
Staffing Consultant
McLean, Virginia
- Worked in a team to recruit potential candidates for contract and permanent positions.
- Conducted interviews with potential candidates first by phone and then face to face.
- Created and updated contact database for active clients and candidates.
- Sourced and researched organizations to establish initial contact for business development.
- Cold called into local organizations to establish business relationship and to obtain job orders.
- Managed business accounts and maintain business relationships with clients.
- Made first permanent placement within the first month of working.
INTERNATIONAL APPAREL
May 2004 – August 2005
Assistant to Vice President (seasonal)
Fairfax, Virginia
- Worked in team to coordinate and operate company booth as a representative at trade shows.
- Assisted with sales by: organizing sales book, managing account books, and progress reporting.
- Participated in marketing projects in launching new products.
- Managed meeting and events calendar.
- Prepared invoicing and inputted data into the General Services Administration (GSA).
- Set up a contact database.
CORPORATE IDENTITY
May 1999 – August 2002
Administrative Assistant (PT)
Springfield, Virginia
- Organized and managed the computer invoice system.
- Answered customer concerns.
education
- Currently attending (Part-Time) George Mason University (GMU) for a MASTERS degree for Instructional Design Technology, expected graduation by Spring 2010. Graduate Certificate earned for E-Learning Spring 2009.
- Radford University walked May of 2006, Completed December 2005 Radford, Virginia B.A. in Communications, with a concentration in Public Relations Fluent in Spanish
technical skills
Proficiency in: Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher, Visio, Outlook, FrontPage; Windows, NT, XP, 2000, ME, 98; WebCT; HTML; Adobe Photo Shop, Captivate, InDesign, ImageReady, Designer, Bridge; Maximizer Enterprise; SnagIt 8; Ulead; Contribute; WordPerfect; Microsoft Money; QuickBooks; SPSS Data Analysis; WinSearch; Macromedia; Dreamweaver; WSS 3.0 (SHAREPOINT) Site Manager Training; Macromedia Dreamweaver; Adobe Flash; Adobe Captivate 2 and 3; Grammar and Proofreading (extended education)
honors
Eastern Communication Conference Excellence Award for a research paper. Presented research at conference in Pittsburgh, PA
extra curricular
Radford University Women’s Golf Team (Captain) August 2002 – May 2006
Invasive Species Removal (Volunteer) April 2008
Contestant Services for the Booz Allen golf tournament (Volunteer) June 2004 and June 2005
Sunrise Valley Retirement Center (Volunteer) September 1999 – August 2002
Gala Event Planning for Fairfax County Basketball Assoc. (Volunteer) June 2005 and 2006