Angela J. Thomas
401 SE Pinewood Trail, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952
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Qualifications Summary
Editing: Proficient with many video editing programs including AVID, Pro Tools, iMovie HD and Garageband; Experienced with Final Cut Pro and Movie Magic, and Photoshop for stills.
Production:Served as Production Assistant for a wide variety of direct response TV spots and infomercials including “Salon Bronze Tanning (Blue Moon Productions, NJ), “FreedomPhone” and “Redi Shade”(Geordie the Wordsmith Inc.); worked as producer, Teleprompt Controller with JungleTV, morning co-host for Treasure & Space Coast Radio, director of photography and online editor for “Aquapalooza 2007”, “Service vs. Sales” and “Yachting Getaway”, a promotional DVD distributed nationwide for MarineMax Corporation; script and video editor for a 90 second news package on “The War In Afghanistan” for Connecticut School of Broadcasting (CSB), and created my own 30 second to 60 second commercials and film demos; served as Assistant Program Director for a 1 hour radio show at CSB, with past experiences with Board Operating, Teleprompting, Stage Management, Directing, Camera and Sound Operating with CSB.
Writing: 20 years experience in varied media including business magazines, brochures, newspapers, poetry books, websites and script writing for TV/Radio. Of special note were for the Dining Guide and Scripps Treasure Coast Newspaper, Sea Ray Living Magazine and MarineMax.
On Camera: Actor and voiceover talent of 15 years (1989 – 2004) for commercials and films, including, acted as a spokesmodel for Dunkin Donuts (Big Fish Promotions, CT.), National Lampoon’s Van Wilder (Artisan Entertainment, CA.), Icebreakers (Mosaic Promotional Group, FL.), Mad River (SRK Promotions, FL.) and as an interviewer for the 2007 / 2009 Exxxotica Convention.
Administration & Communication: More than 10 years experience in the customer service industry perfecting excellent multi-line telephone systems and interpersonal skills; providing efficient administrative support directly with business managers, sales associates, other support staff as well as serving as a Human Resource liaison. Organize workloads to meet strict deadlines; Maintain strong work ethics and working relationships with clients and staff alike.
Computer Skills: Windows, Macintosh and Citrix system savvy;well experienced with entire MS Office Suite, WordPerfect, and Quickens; Intermediate with HTML codes and web designing, Quickbooks, SignLab V8 (for graphic designing).
Strengths & Accomplishments: Eager, versatile and creative; consistent in building a positive reputation to generate success; established a knack for going beyond set duties to demonstrate leadership roles and objectives; self-motivated and adaptable to change; ability to be professional when working side by side with multitudes of people including famous actors; 2001 Certified Administrator, 2006 Broadcast Certified and 2008 Notary Public for the State of Florida. Hands-on photojournalism training with Helicopters, Inc. for NBC 6 / Telemundo 51; great networking and researching capabilities.
Education / Awards
Currently seeking Universities for online/campus courses for Journalism, Bachelor’s Degree
Broadcasting Certification, 2006 – Connecticut School of Broadcasting, Florida
Prometric Administration Certification, 2002 – Fast Train, Florida
A+ Programming Certification, 2001 – Fast Train, Florida
Employee of the Quarter August 2006 & Employee of Month December 2008 – MarineMax, Florida
Employee of the Year 2004 – The Elbo Room, Florida
Business Communication Education (BCE) & Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), 2000 – PSLHS, Florida
Writers of the Future Award – Writers & Illustrators of the Future, Nationwide
Continued….
Work History
La Zen, Port St. Lucie, FL 5/2009 – 11/2009
Communications Director
Oversaw communications and public relations between La Zen, other businesses and the media.
Performed a variety of specialized duties such as marketing the companies three venues, which included La Zen Nightclub, Robinson’s Prime Steakhouse & Sushi Bar and the liquor store. Worked continuously on editorial projects, advertisements and costs and worked directly with the graphic department for promotional material. Researched competition, business sponsorships as well as attending community affairs for networking purposes.
MarineMax, Pompano Beach & North Palm Beach, FL 2/2006 – 3/2009
Sales Administrator
Provide high-level administrative support to Store Manager, Regional President and Sales Associates of one of the leading full service retail boat dealer with over 88 locations nationwide which produces 180 Million in revenue.
Perform a variety of key tasks, including establishing dealer meetings monthly, and communicating with marketing department proposing sale event. Maintaining vendor relations and track Purchase Requests and invoices for Accounting. Assist business manager in purchases by proofing all customer bank contracts, application, set up tag and title registration, coastguard documentations, and notarizing customer signatures. Served as a Human Resource liaison between store and headquarters which consisted of payroll, processing workers compensation claims and maintain updated safety information. Handle walk-in customers and multi-line phone system. Coordinate and host successful client getaway events to exotic places, creating invitations and promotional materials, arrange marine slips and plan around the clock activities and itineraries.
Big Fish Promotions, Glastonbury, CT 3/2006 – 6/2008
Brand Ambassador
Serve as seasonal Brand Ambassador for the South Florida region during various events.
Coordinate with other Brand Ambassadors to meet at event location and assemble promotional truck and tent with all incoming Dunkin Donuts products. Requirements include setup and breakdown, brewing of coffee, managing products and calculating product consumption. Upheld an energetic and enthusiastic poise while communicating amongst a diverse crowd and meeting daily deadlines effectively.
The Elbo Room, Fort Lauderdale, FL 6/2003 – 1/2007
Bartender / Cocktail Waitress
Perform day-to-day bar tasks to support a famous 70-year-old company that accommodates tourist and locals.
Combine and serve various types of beverages by mixing ingredients like water, sugar, liquors, soda, bitters, and fruit garnishes, including serving beer and wine. Responsible for gathering cash and tips and liable for inventory and cash for time worked. Often multitasking with quality and prompt service to over 200+ patrons daily. Profited over the average revenue and acquired more local patrons.
Patriot Settlement Resources, Boca Raton, FL 5/2004 – 10/2005
Account Executive
Oversaw structured settlement purchases for newly developing company and produced high-volume clientele through comprehensive newspaper and television advertisement.
Offer support to clients who have structured settlements, contributing a lump sum payment to fit their suitable needs. Accommodated customers with friendly cold calls from leads and referrals and inbound calls from advertisement.
Artisan Entertainment / SRK Promotions, Hollywood, CA & Panama City, FL 3/2003 – 4/2003
Promotional Spokesmodel
Seasonal work promoting the premier of the movie “National Lampoon’s Van Wilder”.
Entertaining vast crowds within the age market between 18 years old to 25 years old that would relate to the movie. Accommodated people with a friendly and outgoing personality promoting products such as Mad River and the Pontiac Vibe. Traveling required and worked two weeks consecutively twelve hours a day setting up and breaking down daily was a must.
