James Burke
Port Saint Lucie,FL
Summary
After serving in the military for 3 years and discharge in 1968 went into newspaper advertising and spent the next 33 years in a successful career until accepting a buyout in 2001 after company purchased by NY Times. Spent the next several years in personal pursuits until taking the boatbuilding position in 2003 and then retiring in 2009.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Systems Installation
Boston Boatworks
Boston, MA
05.2003 - 11.2009
Managed a team of 4 systems installers in a boat building shop building MJM high quality upscale power boats. Additional duties including parts ordering and quality control in installations and was the Safety Manager in charge of plant safety and compliance.
Senior Advertising Sale Representative
Worcester Telegram & Gazette
Worcester, MA
02.1968 - 07.2001
- Used consultative sales techniques to pinpoint customers' advertising needs and close on short-term and long-term sales contracts.
- Developed strong relationships with advertisers and negotiated pricing following established procedures.
- Created and presented media and advertising packages to prospective customers.
- Helped customers in determining design and layout of sold and spec ads.
Education
No Degree - Business
Clark University
Worcester, MASkills
Excellent communication skills and problem solving and customer service capabilities
Computer literate
Excellent telephone abilities
Excellent communication and problem solving
Even temperament
sailing and furniture making
I have sailed extensively up and down the east cost including Berrmuda, Nova Scotia, Bahamas, and Caribbean.
I enjoy woodworking and have made a lot of our home furnishings.
Timeline
Systems Installation
Boston Boatworks
05.2003 - 11.2009
No Degree - Business
Clark University
Senior Advertising Sale Representative
Worcester Telegram & Gazette
02.1968 - 07.2001