Resume
Hilary Simon
Education
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, Oshkosh, WI
Bachelor of Science Spring 2010
Major: Journalism GPA: 3.125
Advertising/Public Relations
Visual Journalism Emphasis
Minor: Studio Art GPA: 3.8
Specialties
-Extensive experience in Microsoft Office
-Strong Customer Service Skills
-Ability to meet strict deadlines
-Social Media Implementation
-Quick to learn new skills and practices
-Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
-Extensive experience writing Press Releases
-Conversational knowledge of American Sign Language
Relevant Experience
Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce, Oshkosh, WI
Business Improvement District Intern
February 2010- Present
-Lead communication between business owners and construction contractors during the seven month
reconstruction of Main Street
-Responsible for various administrative duties including: office errands, record filing and handling phone
calls
-Manage social media for Downtown Oshkosh's Facebook page:
www.facebook.com/DowntownOshkosh
-Coordinate several events promoting downtown businesses during Main Street road construction
including: Destination Downtown, the Annual Downtown Halloween Event and the Main Street Grand
Re-Opening Rock the Blocks Celebration
-Assist in managing the downtown Marketing Consortium committee, which consists of more than 25
members
-Oversaw the development of the 2010 downtown Retail Directory by: updating the information for
120 businesses, creating a downtown map, designing the brochure layout and directing the printing of
2,500 pieces
Freelance Design and Photography
August 2008-Present
-Designed website banner for SimplySimonSisters, a small online business
-Produced photography of the site's featured products
-Worked on the development of product descriptions
Grand Opera House
Oshkosh, WI
September 2009-December 2009
-Prepared research in preparation for a strategic advertising campaign
-Moderated an eight-member focus group, studying trends and opinions of The Grand Opera House
-Produced a survey for primary research, completed by 890 individuals
Other Work Experience
Lara's Tortilla Flats
Oshkosh, WI
Waitress June 2006-Present
-Assisted in the training of new wait staff
-Present menus to patron and answer questions about menu items, making recommendations upon
request
-Practice excellent communication skills
Honors and Activities
-Team Leader for University of Wisconsin Oshkosh's 2010 Strategic Advertising Campaign
-University of Wisconsin Advertising Club: 2007, 2008, 2009
-UW Oshkosh Honor Roll Fall: 2007, 2008, 2009; Spring: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2010
-University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Cheer and Stunt Team 2004-2005
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, Oshkosh, WI
Bachelor of Science Spring 2010
Major: Journalism GPA: 3.125
Advertising/Public Relations
Visual Journalism Emphasis
Minor: Studio Art GPA: 3.8
Specialties
-Extensive experience in Microsoft Office
-Strong Customer Service Skills
-Ability to meet strict deadlines
-Social Media Implementation
-Quick to learn new skills and practices
-Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
-Extensive experience writing Press Releases
-Conversational knowledge of American Sign Language
Relevant Experience
Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce, Oshkosh, WI
Business Improvement District Intern
February 2010- Present
-Lead communication between business owners and construction contractors during the seven month
reconstruction of Main Street
-Responsible for various administrative duties including: office errands, record filing and handling phone
calls
-Manage social media for Downtown Oshkosh's Facebook page:
www.facebook.com/DowntownOshkosh
-Coordinate several events promoting downtown businesses during Main Street road construction
including: Destination Downtown, the Annual Downtown Halloween Event and the Main Street Grand
Re-Opening Rock the Blocks Celebration
-Assist in managing the downtown Marketing Consortium committee, which consists of more than 25
members
-Oversaw the development of the 2010 downtown Retail Directory by: updating the information for
120 businesses, creating a downtown map, designing the brochure layout and directing the printing of
2,500 pieces
Freelance Design and Photography
August 2008-Present
-Designed website banner for SimplySimonSisters, a small online business
-Produced photography of the site's featured products
-Worked on the development of product descriptions
Grand Opera House
Oshkosh, WI
September 2009-December 2009
-Prepared research in preparation for a strategic advertising campaign
-Moderated an eight-member focus group, studying trends and opinions of The Grand Opera House
-Produced a survey for primary research, completed by 890 individuals
Other Work Experience
Lara's Tortilla Flats
Oshkosh, WI
Waitress June 2006-Present
-Assisted in the training of new wait staff
-Present menus to patron and answer questions about menu items, making recommendations upon
request
-Practice excellent communication skills
Honors and Activities
-Team Leader for University of Wisconsin Oshkosh's 2010 Strategic Advertising Campaign
-University of Wisconsin Advertising Club: 2007, 2008, 2009
-UW Oshkosh Honor Roll Fall: 2007, 2008, 2009; Spring: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2010
-University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Cheer and Stunt Team 2004-2005
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