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EMILY A. STRATTON
1234 Sotheby Street, #2
Palo Alto, CA 12345
123-555-1234
eastrat@bamboo.com

OBJECTIVE: A position in Editing

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

* A highly effective writer; able to communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely. Advanced understanding of grammar and language usage.

* Flexible and analytical with a keen eye for details; skilled at synthesizing and editing information to achieve overall objectives.

* Background in linguistics and knowledge of six foreign languages; fluent in Italian and functional knowledge of Spanish.

* Able to acquire new technical skills easily. Computer experience includes: MS Word, FileMaker Pro, Internet applications.

RELEVANT SKILLS & ACHIEVEMENTS

Communication & Training Skills

* Edited professional and academic papers and reports for a diverse clientele throughout work and academic history.

* Trained up to 15 clients at Language Works in the use of interactive language technology programs.

* Conducted individual and group training sessions at Community Rehab Society to promote progress toward specific goals.

* Communicated daily with Language Works team members and clients to facilitate problem-solving and to maintain clear channels of communication.

* Wrote monthly reports on client and program status at USA Healthcare.

Analytical Skills

* Throughout work history, selected appropriate tools to evaluate client needs, formulated strategic plans, and implemented customized programs.

* Analyzed Latin and ancient Greek documents at UC Santa Barbara and translated according to extremely complex grammatical rules.

* Assessed existing services at Superior Health and Community Rehab Society; created new, facility-wide programs to meet the needs of specific target groups.

WORK HISTORY

Speech Language Pathologist at:

LANGUAGE WORKS, Oakland, CA, 2001-pres.

USA HEALTHCARE, Baltimore, MD, 1999-01

SUPERIOR HEALTH SERVICES, Baltimore, MD, 1997-99

COMMUNITY REHAB SOCIETY, Sacramento, CA, 1996-97

EDUCATION

M.A., Speech-Language Pathology, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, 1996

B.A., cum laude, Linguistics, University of California, Davis, CA, 1994

Latin & Greek studies, University of California, Santa Barbara, CA, 2002-03

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Juanita Gomez
123 Waterford Drive
Lexington, KY 12345
123-555-1234
juangomez@bamboo.com

JOB OBJECTIVE: A position teaching Secondary English at the high school level

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
* Nine years working with teenagers as their manager and trainer, emphasizing a collaborative yet decisive style.
* Resourceful and insightful; adapt quickly to challenges.
* Commended for top-notch organizational skills.
* Innovative, enthusiastic, and uncompromising work ethic.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

TRAINING AND MOTIVATION at Lenny’s, Savvy Shoes Group, Inc., and P. Pants
* Recruited teen employees and trained them in good work habits, product information, and effective sales techniques.
* Motivated staff to perform at their best and reach their goals by offering incentive programs and district-wide training programs.
* Resolved conflict among employees through an enhanced open-door policy.
* Created new policies and procedures to improve client-employee relations.
* Awarded for high level of service within Lenny’s, 2002.

ADMINISTRATION at Bells Hotels National Sales
* Developed program of monthly booking logs that increased response time by 25%.
* Coordinated the Lexington Client Event and the Kentucky Client Appreciation Event for Bells Hotels 2004.
* Won Team of the Year Award for Bells Hotels Corporate 2004.
* Recognized by Director of Sales and Operations Manager for superior service to the company.

WORK HISTORY
2003-present, Office Manager, Bells Hotels National Sales, Lexington, KY
2000-2003, Store Manager, Lenny’s, Louisville, KY
1997-2000, Store Manager, Savvy Shoes Group, Inc., Louisville, KY
1995-1997, Store Manager, P. Pants, Lexington, KY
1993-1995, Teacher, A Learning Place, Lexington, KY

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, English 2000
Lexington University, Lexington, KY

AFFILIATIONS
Member of National Education Association
Member of National Association for Women in Education
Member of National Council of Teachers of English

VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
Reading teacher for local area adults in English as a Second Language Program
American Red Cross Certified, Child and Infant CPR

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Dorothy Miller
123 West 92nd St., #3
New York, NY 12345
123-555-1234
dmiller100@bamboo.com

JOB OBJECTIVE: ESL Teacher

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

- More than 15 years as a teacher in New York metropolitan area rich in cultural diversity.

- Extensive experience living and traveling abroad in Asia, Latin America, and Europe.

- Ability to integrate theoretical concepts and practical ideas, and apply them to actual classroom situations.

- View teaching and learning as a dynamic and interactive process.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIAL

ESL Certificate, anticipated Winter 2006
Coursework to date:
Strategies for Teaching Beginning ESL Students, K-Adult
Methods and Materials for Teaching ESL
Cross-Cultural Communication
Fundamentals of Linguistics for ESL Teachers

Bridge School, New York
M.A., Education, 2001

New School for Social Research, New York
B.A., Social Science, emphasis: Psychology, 1980

New York Early Childhood Teaching Credential, 1983

Toyama International Language Institute, 1978

Japanese, Shakuhachi, 1978

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

TEACHING

- As classroom teacher, built rapport with students and families from a wide range of cultural backgrounds.

- Created trusting atmosphere through sensitivity to students’ strengths, weaknesses, and personal learning styles.

- Engaged students through humor and activities designed for maximum interaction in large and small groups.

- Developed curriculum that was appropriate to students’ learning abilities and reflected their needs and interests.

- Achieved maximum results by breaking down seemingly large learning tasks into meaningful and manageable segments.

MULTICULTURAL / INTERNATIONAL

- As an American Field Service Exchange Student, lived with a non-English speaking Peruvian family as their “adopted daughter” in Chiclayo.

- Married into a Japanese family and participated in cultural ceremonies while living within my extended family in Kanazawa and traveling throughout the country.

- While studying French at the Ecole DuFour in Lyon, stayed with a non-English speaking family.

- Lived with an Egyptian family while participating in an archeological dig.

- Boarded with a Mexican family while studying at the Hernandez School in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico.

- Hosted exchange students from Japan, Spain, and Italy for periods of six months to a year each.

- Accompanied electronics firm CEO on business trip to India, Turkey, and Sweden.

- Toured the Lakes District in England by bicycle. Traveled extensively throughout Italy and Spain.

WORK HISTORY

1993-1995, 1998-present, TEACHER / SUBSTITUTE TEACHER, PS 123, New York, NY

1995-1996, TEACHER, Westside School, New York, NY

1990-1993, Full-time parent, Part-time student – M.A. Education Program

1988-1990, TEACHER, JFK Middle School, Queens, NY

1983-1987, TEACHER, Staten Island High School District, Staten Island, NY

Previous experience:
1/2 year, ESL TEACHER, Kanazawa English School, Kanazawa, Japan

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SARAH H. BAKER, M.D.
123 Francisco Street #12
Berkeley, CA 12345
123-555-1234
sarahb@bamboo.com

OBJECTIVE: A position in Medical/Pharmaceutical Sales

PROFILE

- Energetic sales professional with a knack for matching customers with optimal products and services to meet their specific needs. Consistently received excellent feedback from customers.

- More than two years as a medical doctor in hospitals and clinics in the U.S. and Europe.

- Lived and traveled abroad, developing a keen sensitivity to people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Fluent in Spanish and Italian; presently studying French.

- Computer skills include MS Word, Excel and Internet applications.

SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Sales & Customer Relations

At Marshall’s:
- Generated the highest sales volume in department within the first two months of hire, resulting in an unprecedented salary promotion.

- Transferred to highest paid commission area in the store after only four months.

- Cultivated excellent relations with customers and significant repeat business.

- Consistently maintained professional demeanor, treating customers and co-workers with friendliness, patience and respect. Particularly known for success with “challenging” customers.

Medical Expertise

- Collaborated with research team at Evanston Hospital in the study of Pre-Arrest Scoring & Outcome of CPR Cardiac Markers in Rapid Evaluation of Acute Myocardial Infarction.

- As the only physician at Madrid Hospital clinic, provided emergency medical care to onsite and homebound patients, including stroke and cardiac cases.

- Treated immigrants from the Middle East, Africa and Eastern Europe with medical and social needs at Plaza Del Toros Medical Center.

WORK HISTORY

2004-pres.
Retail Sales Associate, MARSHALL’S, San Jose, CA

2003-04
Cardiovascular Research, EVANSTON HOSPITAL, Evanston, IL

2000-02
Emergency Physician, MADRID HOSPITAL, Madrid, Spain
General Practitioner, PLAZA DEL TOROS MEDICAL CENTER, Madrid, Spain

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Doctor of Medicine, Graduate with High Honors, 2000, University of Madrid, Spain

CPR and EKG Training for ER, 1999-00

Emergency Room Externship, University of Madrid Medical Center, 1998-99

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Duncan Monette
123 Cypress Street
Atlanta, GA 12345
123-555-1234
dmonette@bamboo.com

JOB OBJECTIVE
Manufacturer’s Sales Representative in the fashion industry

HIGHLIGHTS

- Ten years as a sales professional with management experience in the fashion industry.

- Proven ability to develop exclusive client bases in high-end markets.

- Combine a passion for fashion and travel with an accomplished sales savvy.

SALES ACCOMPLISHMENTS

- Managed sales and procurement of fashion accessories for Dante’s Paradise, an upscale boutique featuring Italian sportswear. Achieved growing profitability throughout tenure.

- Consistently met personal sales goals at Atlanta Mercedes Benz, using a consultative approach to sell high-end luxury automobiles to a wide range of personalities.

- Ranked “Top Salesperson in Georgia” at Packaged Processing Systems. Sold largest single order in Atlanta office.

- Rated #1 salesperson for selling highest dollar volume among 35 sales agents at Southern Cities Brokerage.

- As Account Executive for Tucker Products, traveled throughout five southern states selling data processing software to accounting firms.

WORK HISTORY

2001-present, Sales and Leasing Consultant, ATLANTA MERCEDES BENZ, Atlanta, GA

1998-2001, Real Estate Agent, HOMES AND MORE, Atlanta, GA

1996-1997, Travel throughout Europe and Asia

1994-1996, Partner/Accessories Buyer, DANTE’S PARADISE, Athens, GA

1992-1993, Account Executive, TUCKER PRODUCTS, Atlanta, GA

1989-1992, Account Manager, PACKAGED SYSTEMS, Atlanta, GA

EDUCATION

B.A., Art History, Athens Community College, Athens, GA

Numerous sales courses including Tim Terrific Sales Empowerment

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LIONEL PICKERING
123 Larimie Avenue, Missoula, MT 12345
123-555-1234
lpickering@bamboo.com

OBJECTIVE: Customer Service Representative

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

** Expert knowledge and abilities in written communication.

** A patient listener who fully focuses on speakers and understands a variety of accents.

** Organized and detail-oriented; knack for understanding procedures and logistics.

** Strong skills in time management, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Communication & People Skills:

** Consistently maintain a positive attitude and enjoy helping people.

** Articulate and very effective working with people of different backgrounds and temperaments.

** Accurately record, remember, and verbally communicate detailed information.

** Exceptional command of the English language with strong written and transcription skills.

** Cooperatively work with others to produce and deliver required work.

Organization & Time Management:

** A problem solver who quickly grasps complex situations and turns them into manageable tasks.

** Produce quality work even when under extreme time pressure and deadlines.

** Proven ability to understand and follow complex instructions to successful conclusions.

** Many years of experience successfully managing and organizing personal time and workload.

** Collaborate in teams to produce quality reports.

Technical Skills:

** Very accurate and rapid keyboarder.

** Experienced in editing and proofreading lengthy documents with focus on word definitions, spelling, sentence structure, syntax, and grammar.

** Work with technical vocabularies from a variety of fields.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Academy of Stenographic Arts, Missoula, MT, 1984-85

Missoula College of Court Reporting, Missoula, MT, 1981-84

Certified Shorthand Reporter, State of Montana, 1985-pres.

Registered Professional Reporter, National Court Reporters Association, 1985-pres.

WORK HISTORY

** Court Stenographer, State of Montana, 1985-pres.

- Beverly Reporting Associates, 1999-04

- Louis Lane & Associates, 1997-99

- Missoula Court Reporters, 1997

- Central Mountain Reporters, 1993-97

- Lenna & Marshal, 1990-93

- Peter & Rehman, 1985-90

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MICHAEL WHARTON
123 Real Street
San Francisco, CA 12345
(123) 555-1234
mwharton@bamboo.com

OBJECTIVE: A Project Management position focusing on Program Development and Training

PROFILE

- Highly organized, diligent and responsible, able to create and execute complex projects and programs to meet organizational needs.

- An enthusiastic and thorough trainer and team member, able to convey information with clarity, patience and the terminology appropriate to specific audiences.

- A quick learner, able to absorb new material with ease.

SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS

* Project Management / Program Development

- Conceived, planned and directed a summer music camp for children, reaching participation of up to 150 within three years. Designed curriculum, recruited staff, and developed all creative, advertising and promotional materials.

- Developed an extensive choir program for adults and children, including weekly rehearsal scheduling, event and performance planning, promotion and budgeting for seven distinct choirs.

- Set up and grew an alternative educational program, utilizing crafts, dramatic arts and music to spark interest and increase member participation.

- Utilized creative and methodical research techniques to explore and analyze innovative educational topics and presented findings to experts at the University of Colorado.

* Training

- Designed and delivered illuminating and enjoyable classes as part of educational program; presented new material and developed testing for student evaluation.

- Trained individual vocal students in technique, production and performance readiness. Taught choirs of 8-50 members ranging in age from 5-95.

- Selected to train all new restaurant hires, based on thoroughness and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse individuals and groups.

* Team Building & Client Relations

- As professional scorer, discussed grading criteria and interpretations for student projects in English, Science and Music in order to reach consensus with scoring team members, consistently maintaining productivity and cohesiveness.

- Provided leadership and counseling to church members to resolve concerns and maintain smooth relations between staff and membership.

- Regularly complimented on quality of service and client satisfaction at restaurant and church positions.

WORK HISTORY

2003-04, Professional Scorer
AMERICA SCORING, INC., Princeton, NJ

2001-03, Full-time Ph.D. candidate
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO, Boulder, CO

1999-01, Restaurant Associate
BERTUCCI ORGANICS, Boulder, CO

1993-99, Music Director / Educational Program Development
East End and St. Anne’s churches, Mayberry, NC

EDUCATION

Ph.D. candidate, Music Literature, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO, 2001-03

M.M., Carlyle University, Asheville, NC, 1998

B.A., Central State College, Mulhill, NC, 1993

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RAE LONDON
123 Halloran Street, #3
San Francisco, CA 12345
123-555-1234
rlondon@bamboo.com

OBJECTIVE: A position in Project Management

PROFILE

** Nine years’ experience developing, implementing, and managing complex projects within time and budgetary constraints.

** An organized, detail-oriented, and conscientious self-starter, able to strategize and prioritize effectively to accomplish multiple tasks and stay calm under pressure.

** A highly skilled listener and communicator, able to assess client needs and convey necessary information with clarity and enthusiasm.

** Computer skills include: MS Word, Excel, and Internet.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS

** As Investigator, researched local businesses for state licensing purposes:

- Interviewed clients to assess needs and establish rapport.

- Inspected sites for compliance with state regulations.

- Consulted with clients to explain procedures and respond to questions.

- Mediated between client, community members, city and county planning departments, and law enforcement agencies to ensure communication flow and resolve concerns.

- Prioritized and coordinated tasks to complete projects within deadlines.

** As Deputy Probation Officer, developed, marketed, and implemented a new job placement program for at-risk youth:

- Created a manual of job skills for use by program educators.

- Networked with local business and organizations to match youth with appropriate skills training or employment locations.

- Achieved a strong record of success in a dynamic environment.

** Initiated, developed, and managed the creation and implementation of a “New Hire Manual” for SF County Probation Department employees:

- Researched and organized materials for training curriculum.

- Designed and delivered thorough and well-organized quarterly training to new hires.

** Supervised daily activities of 12 staff and 40 participants at Department of Licensing.

** Wrote comprehensive reports for supervisor’s review throughout work history.

WORK HISTORY

2002-pres., Investigator, State of California
DEPT. OF LICENSING, San Francisco, CA

1996-02, Deputy Probation Officer
SAN FRANCISCO COUNTY PROBATION DEPARTMENT, San Francisco, CA

EDUCATION

B.S., California State University, Sacramento, CA, 1996

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Christopher Rightland
123 Rangeley Rd.
Hillsdale, TN 12345
123-555-1234
crightland@bamboo.com

JOB OBJECTIVE: Auto Industry Program or Project Manager

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

+ Four years’ program management experience in the automotive industry.

+ Exceptional collaborator; able to bridge company and client interests.

+ Highly organized and accurate; strong analytic and presentation abilities.

+ Track record for meeting timelines and exceeding expectations.

+ Experienced in RFQ and PPAP/APQP quality processes; computer proficient.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2002-04, U-Save Sales, Hillsdale, TN
PROGRAM MANAGER
Co-managed OEM injection molding programs which grew from $2M to $10M.

+ Managed program implementation from quote to production using MS Project.

- Ensured that deadlines, quality standards, and client expectations were met.

- Coordinated teams from engineering, quality, design, tooling, and purchasing.

+ Served as liaison between staff and clients, earning their confidence with reliable follow-through and clear communication.

+ Collaboratively prepared hundreds of RFQs and reviewed them meticulously to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely submission.

+ Created and maintained sales forecasts for two dozen products, projecting and analyzing production, revenues, and capacity to inform key business decisions.

+ Performed market research, developed documentation, and delivered PowerPoint presentations that ultimately won a new door handle commodity contract.

+ Coordinated transfer of ten production tools to our facilities from competitors.

1998-02, Rodham Corporation, Carola, TN
MARKETING CAMPAIGN COORDINATOR, 2001-02
Won management support and managed campaign for unique aftermarket product.

+ Presented products and addressed questions from prospective customers at 15 commercial and technical trade shows.

PROGRAM MANAGER, 1999-01
Administered $5M in exterior automotive products programs, including management of RFQ process, client relations, production volume, and PPAP.

+ Developed highly accurate production floor spreadsheet to track production inventory by tool and process for each shift.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, 1998-99

TRAINING & EDUCATION
PPAP & APQP Quality Training, Great Motors Inc., Detroit, MI
General Studies coursework, Treeton University, Treeton, KY

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