Rebecca L. Blizzard

Life is in the journey.

E-mail: txblizzard93@yahoo.com

Home: (254) 780-9186  ♦  Cell: (254) 760-4838

Objective:                                        

Obtain a position within the field of public and relations, graphic design and advertising

Education:

University of Mary Hardin Baylor, Belton Texas                      Projected: May 2008 B.A. Mass Communications/Journalism w/Emphasis in Public Relations and Advertising, Minor in Art, G.P.A. 3.78

Temple College, Temple Texas                                                              Dec. 2003 Associate of Arts Degree General Studies, G.PA 3.0 

Skills:                                        

  • Eighteen years of experience in a public relations and customer service environment
  • Ten years experience in negotiation skills, sales and marketing
  • Four years experience writing journalistic/AP style
  • Proficient in  Microsoft Office, Quark and Adobe: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
  • Knowledgeable of Mac and PC computers systems
  • Familiar with use of film and digital cameras and photography
  • Bilingual (Spanish)
  • Proven ability to work in fast paced, high stress, minimal supervision positions
  • Six years supervisory experience

Awards, Honors: 

  • Provost Honor Roll – Fall 2006, Spring 2007, Fall 2007
  • Dean’s List – Spring 2006
  • Baptist Press 2007, 2nd place – Feature Photo
  • Texas Intercollegiate Press Association 2007
    • On site contest:
      • 3rd place – Radio Sports Writing
      • HM – Radio Advertising
    • Prepublished:
      • 1st place – News photo
      • 3rd place – Photo Series
  • Job performance bonus awards at Texas Hydraulics 1997-2006
  • Anterra Certificate of Appreciation, February 1996
  • Anterra Certificate of Merit, August 1995
  • Commander in Chief’s Installation of Excellence Award, November 1992
  • USAF Exemplary Performance Award, September 1992
  • Desert Warrior Certificate of Achievement, July 1991
  • U.S. Army Information Systems Command Certificate of Achievement,              August 1990
  • California State Legislature Certificate of Recognition, February 1990 

Internships:

Film Cru Productions, Belton, Texas                                    February 2008 - Present Public Relations/Still Photography

  • Assist faculty adviser with all aspects related to publicity
  • Provide historical documentation of films via still photography

The Bells, UMHB, Belton, Texas                                          January 2006 – Present

Page Editor, Photo Editor

  • Develop story ideas
  • Coordinate stories, photographs
  • Design and edit Campus News Page, Sports Page
  • Write articles for publication
  • Ensure deadlines are maintained
  • Edit photos for publication
  • Staff photographer 

 

The Belton Journal, Belton, Texas                            September 2007 – January 2008 Web site Editor
  • Collected, edited and prepared copy and photos for uploading
  • Uploaded files publication

Education Service Center, Region 12, Waco, Texas                    May – August 2007  Public Relations

  • Wrote and disseminated press releases to various media outlets
  • Developed Annual Progress Report for 2007 Board of Directors Meeting
    • Collected, organized data
    • Wrote Copy and developed charts
    • Coordinated with graphic design consultant
  • Provided ideas and copy for advertisements, catalogs and fliers
  • Assisted with 2008 department planning
  • Researched and cataloged news clippings
  • Edit copy for department when needed 

Cumulus Broadcasting,  Inc.,  Temple, Texas                            January – April 2007

Production Assistant/Event Planning

  • Worked with production manger with production of commercials
  • Assisted public relations manager with annual fundraising event
    • Completed market research on Texas fishing industry, retailers
    • Developed registration flyer and posters
    • Secured prize sponsors
  • Provided administrative support where needed  

Work Experience:

Texas Hydraulics Inc, Temple, Texas                                                       1997-2006

Customer Account Representative

  • Managed major customer accounts, leaders in their industries
  • Responsible for promoting THI brand and products
  • Attended, worked trade shows to promote product and company
  • Helped to facilitate sales growth in region of responsibility
  • Familiar with Kanban, Supplier Managed Inventory and Just-In-Time processes
  • Analyzed customer production schedules to determine ordering trends
  • Identified and proposed potential internal, external cost savings for customers
  • Developed, maintained department measurement scoreboards
  • Participate in kaizen events to improve efficiencies within the company 

Scott and White Hospital, Temple Texas                                                1996 - 1997

Medical Secretary

  • Transcribed medical notes
  • Documented notes in patient charts
  • Performed administrative support functions for five physicians
  • Ordered office supplies for department
  • Coordinated monthly physician’s meetings 

Anterra Management,  Temple, Texas                                                      1994-1996

Leasing Agent/Assistant Manager

  • Developed, implemented marketing programs
  • Processed leasing contracts
  • Managed all bookkeeping functions
  • Compiled data to complete weekly/monthly reports
  • Maintained quality control of apartments, grounds
  • Performed administrative duties
  • Supervised three maintenance personnel and one leasing agent  

Sam’sClub/Jan Bell Marketing, Temple, Texas                                          1993-1994

Customer Service Associate, Assistant Manager-Jewelry Dept.

  • Executed security procedures required for opening and closing the jewelry area
  • Processed all pertinent daily paperwork
  • Maintained 40 percent of total sales
  • Received, posted and managed all inventories
  • Implemented marketing plans for sales of promotions
  • Supervised two clerks 

USAF Federal Service, Bitburg Air Base, Germany                                    1990-1993

Information and Referral Specialist, GS-7

  • Developed, implemented publicity campaigns for the center
  • Wrote news articles for center
  • Wrote, recorded radio scripts for center
  • Coordinated with base agencies to develop calendar of events
  • Organized and conduct base-wide briefings and town hall meetings
  • Assisted with coordinating, implementing family skills training courses
  • Maintained resource center utilized by transitioning service members,spouses
  • Manage Air Force Aid Society Program
  • Performed duties of Property Book Officer
  • Deployed in support of Operation Provide Comfort 

USA Federal Service, Fort Ord, California                                                 1988-1990

Communications Ordering Officer GS-5

  • Coordinated, maintained 500 commercial telephone accounts
  • Responsible for inventory, maintenance of all commercial equipment
  • Developed program to identify fraud, waste and abuse
  • Responsible for account ledgers and file maintenance
  • Prepared vouchers for payment of accounts
  • Planned, conduct annual review and revalidation of circuits
  • Supervised one administrative clerk
  • Unit representative and secretary to the Federal Women’s Advisory Council