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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

Algonquin Books, Chapel Hill, North Carolina

EXPERIENCE

Intern, Research Assistant - Present Papa Mojo’s Roadhouse, Durham, North Carolina Server, line cook, food expediter for popular Cajun-Creole restaurant, August 2009 - present 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 to design 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, under own supervision and discretion • Landscaped yards, including historic landmark Burwell School 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 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

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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