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2823 27 St. NW Apt. T1 Washington, D.C. 20008 • (919) 630-0707 • [email protected]

Bachelor of Arts, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 2009 Graduated with Distinction 2009; Dean’s List 2005-2009; Golden Key International Honor Society, 2008 Major: English (GPA: 3.65/4.0); Minor: Creative Writing (overall GPA: 3.6/4.0)

EDUCATION

Cedar Ridge High School, Hillsborough, North Carolina, 2001-2005 (GPA: 4.3/4.0 — top 10% of class) Creative Writing and Literature: 14 courses — screenwriting, fiction, and creative non-fiction Extensive coursework in history, political science, anthropology, and acting/theater

RELEVANT COURSES SKILLS

MS Word, PowerPoint, Final Cut editing software for the Mac. Research and communication skills; technical and creative writing; video and film editing

WORK

Papa Mojo’s Roadhouse, Durham, North Carolina Server, line cook, food expediter for popular Cajun-Creole restaurant, August 2009 - present

EXPERIENCE

Metal Sculptor/Artist, Jeff Hackney, Hillsborough, North Carolina Artist’s Assistant, Summer 2007 - present • Use torch-cutter, welding tools, and laser metal-cutter to build sculptures to specifications • Help with the installation of sculptures throughout the southeast • Contribute creatively and suggest ideas for design and production of art pieces, including “Best of Show” piece at 2007 Chapel Hill Botanical Gardens Competition CNN (Cable News Network), Atlanta, Georgia Intern in Marketing and On-Air Promotions Department, Summer 2008 • Served as sole intern to Emmy Award-winning creative director Therese Aun • Worked on CNN Election Express Yourself during 2008 Presidential campaign, traveling regionally • Brainstormed with creative team on such programs as Black in America and CNN Heroes • Contributed to coordinating and executing donor events and special video/film screenings • Shadowed producers and editors working on promotional and advertising spots • Assisted in gathering film clips and transferring tapes to digital • Offered an advertising concept that became the basis for an international promotional campaign Eno River Garden Company, Hillsborough, North Carolina Landscaper and lawn cutter, Summer 2005 • Mowed and trimmed 7-10 lawns per 15-hour week • Landscaped yards, including historic landmark Burwell School • Handled jobs/scheduling without supervision after training period Brick Alley Books and Little Luxuries, Hillsborough, North Carolina Sales Assistant for two adjacent stores, Spring 2005 • Managed two retail stores in owner’s absence; assisted customers; made sales • Handled financial transactions and closed out cash registers Major Business Systems, Hillsborough, North Carolina Assistant to printing press operator, Summers 2001, 2004 • Worked in warehouse, inspecting and packaging product • Earned a raise and entrusted with more responsibility during the second summer ACTIVITIES

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College Sports: 2 years of intramural football, basketball High school sports and clubs: 4 years soccer, 3 as team captain; 3 yrs. baseball. Acted in 2 plays, 1 as co-lead. Served as Beta Club officer, 2 years Travel: Scotland, Ireland, England, Costa Rica Languages: Italian, 3 college semesters; Spanish and Latin, each 2 high school years Available on request