I am a recent graduate of George Fox University, finishing with a degree in Business Administration: Concentration in Marketing and a minor in Art.

I am skilled in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.  Also, I have a background in design and photography and can professionally and creatively write.  Furthermore, I have been teaching myself HTML and have some working knowledge of it.

I know that I am only recently out of college, but I am an extremely hard worker and am very driven to succeed.  My liberal arts background, in addition to my work experience and volunteer experience has greatly helped to prepare me for entering the business world.  I have been involved in countless group projects and feel very comfortable working with others, as well as by myself.

Resume:

Eric King

eric.daniel.king@gmail.com
971-732-9476
11155 SW Hall Blvd. #98 Tigard OR 97223

 
WORK OBJECTIVE
To obtain an account coordinator position in the Portland marketing/advertising/public relations industry.

EDUCATION
George Fox University
Newberg, OR
2004-2008

Graduated April 26^th, 2008 with a B.A. in Business Administration: Concentration in Marketing and a Minor in Art. 

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Entercom Communications Corp.
Portland, OR
September 2007 to May 2008
Intern under the marketing director.  Wrote marketing plans for the 94.7 KNRK station and the 97.1 Charlie station.  Helped set up and run company events, including “Pet Aid”, a charity concert to raise money for an animal hospital. Conducted marketing and design for the event “Livin’ Large”, a catered dinner for listeners.

George Fox University
Newberg, OR
September 2007 to May 2008
Marketing/Communications Department
Photographer/Photo Editor.  Shot photos of campus events that were used for the school website and journal.  Office hours include editing and archiving of new and old photos.

The DesignWorks Group
Sisters, OR
September 2003 to June 2004
Graphic Design Intern.  Designed book covers for clients.  Became skilled in Adobe Photoshop.

Member of the American Marketing Association (AMA) and the Portland Advertising Federation (PAF)

Active in social marketing websites:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/myprofile?trk=hb_side_pro
Wordpress: ericking.wordpress.com/design | Facebook: Facebook.com/profile.php?id=98300139

SCHOOL EXPERIENCE

Clean Sweep Business
Newberg, OR
September, 2007 to May, 2008
Started an interior house cleaning business with other students from a senior capstone Business Course.  Conducted all marketing for the business.

Marketing Plan for Powell’s Bookstore
Newberg, OR
January 2008 to May 2008
Wrote integrated marketing plan for Powell’s Bookstore, which incorporated strategy, design, and writing.  Included marketing tools for radio, television, internet, and multiple forms of print.

Marketing Research Project
Newberg, OR
September 2007 to December 2007
Conducted research for The Newberg Graphic Newspaper.  Wrote and presented final report on research findings to help them make necessary changes to the company.

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Young Life
Newberg, OR
August 2006 to May 2007
Volunteer Leader and Musician.  Mentor to a group of high school students.  Visited the school three times a week.  Helped in the planning and running of an annual fundraising banquet.

George Fox University
Newberg, OR
August 2005 to May 2006
Resident Assistant in a freshman dorm.  Planned events and led meetings.  Responsible for students moving in and out of the dorms.  Learned managerial and leadership skills.

INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE

Juniors Abroad                                            
May, 2007 to July 2007
Traveled for six weeks in Europe as part of a study abroad school trip.  Studied art, religion, history, and culture.  Visited Ireland, Wales, England, France, Italy, and Switzerland.