Carrie Suchar
Summary
Observant Self-Employed Commercial Fisherman with thirty years of experience. Skilled at boat operations with knowledge of engine and hydraulic equipment and modern GPS-based navigation systems and electronics. Adept at working closely with other fisherman as well as operating solo on fishing vessel. Hard worker in all aspects of business including bookkeeping and maintaining records.
Versatile Content Writer skilled in researching and writing proposals and articles seeking to use life experience to teach and make a difference in a changing world.
Overview
63
63
years of professional experience
Work History
Writer
Self Employed Writer
Phippsburg, ME
01.1990 - Current
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful proposal and articles under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating and authentic approach.
- Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
Commercial Fisherman
Self-employed
Phippsburg, ME
06.1991 - 11.2021
- Owner/Operator of 35' lobster boat fishing 500 traps off shores of Phippsburg, Maine.
- Maine Sea Urchin Diver, working from Casco Bay to Machias Bay off coast of Maine
- Troubleshot and repaired equipment and kept fishing vessels clean to maintain machinery in good working order.
- Navigated fishing vessel using radar, color sounder, and global positioning instruments.
- Monitored weather, crew and vessel conditions to make sound operational choices.
- Supervised 2 fisherman on 35 foot vessel to optimize performance and safety standards while fishing.
- Worked as sternman for other lobstermen.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT05.1989
High School Diploma -
Gardiner Area High School
Gardiner, ME06.1984
Skills
- Originality and Creativity
- Work Planning and Prioritizing
- Google Drive
- Draft Writing
- Grammar Comprehension
- Article Writing
- Critical Thinking
- Social Perceptiveness
- Precision and Accuracy
- Musical Theory
- Breathing Techniques
- Research Writing
- Reading Comprehension
- Shipboard Safety
- Minor Maintenance
- Schedule Maintenance
- Completing Minor Repairs
- Emergency Situations
- Vessel Navigation
- Hoisting Equipment
- Safety Guidelines
- Dynamic Communication Skills
- Quality Control Analysis
- Hand Tools
- Engine Maintenance
- Vessel Maintenance
- Mentorship and Training
- Daily Reports
Interests
Music lover, piano player, singer,
gardener, hiker, nature lover, and experienced farm hand
Timeline
Commercial Fisherman
Self-employed
06.1991 - 11.2021
Writer
Self Employed Writer
01.1990 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
University of Vermont
High School Diploma -
Gardiner Area High School
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