•	Jill Bird
   P.O Box 775, St. Johnsbury, VT   *    [Send email to request phone number] 35-5147   *   [Send email using
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Objective   
To obtain a position that will enable me to utilize my strong organizational
skills,      
educational background, and ability to work well with the public.	

Competencies
Highly proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and
Publisher; Adobe CS4 PhotoShop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Moderate experience
with Macromedia Fireworks, Flash, and Dreamweaver.

 
Education
University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont
	Major: Studio Art - Bachelor of Art Degree (awarded) 5/2007
	Minor: Advertising and Consumer Science

	Community College of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont
	Major: Graphic Design - Associate of Art Degree (awarded) 5/2007

Related Experience
             Passumpsic Savings Bank, St. Johnsbury, VT
             Marketing Assistant, 12/07 - present
Began at Passumpsic Savings Bank in 2007, and received several performance based
     
promotions.  Current duties include design of promotional materials, event
planning and coordination, development of press releases, proofing company
correspondence and    
providing continuous software education to staff members.
		
	The School of Cinema and Performing Arts (SOCAPA), Brooklyn, NY
	Office Manager/Program Coordinator, 3/2007 – 9/2007 (Seasonal Position)
Coordinated various activities and events for students attending the summer
program. Supported Program Director with daily administrative duties, including
answering multi-lined telephone, data entry, and payroll.  Arranged travel and
housing for all students, staff and guests.  Acted as the primary contact person
for parental and program oriented questions.  Responsible for mediating and
handling staff issues and concerns.

	Big Heavy World, Burlington, Vermont
	Graphic Design/Marketing Internship, 1/2007 - 5/2007
Designed promotional material including advertisements, posters, one sheets, and
display boxes for newly released CD.  Assisted in marketing and distribution of
the CD and all
promotional material associated with it.  Organized and participated in group
critiques and   fundraising projects for the Big Heavy World organization. 

                              References and Portfolio Available Upon Request