Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Desktop Publishing and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Owner, Office Manager
Mustang Air
Fulton, TX
06.2000 - 05.2008
Managed day-to-day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Collaborated with co-owner on strategic planning initiatives for long-term business success.
Improved customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality products and services.
Oversaw financial management tasks, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow optimization.
Ensured accurate record-keeping for financial transactions, maintaining organized documentation for easy reference during audits or other inquiries.
Maintained compliance with industry regulations and legal requirements through diligent oversight of business practices.
Developed a strong company culture, fostering teamwork and collaboration among staff members.
Implemented innovative marketing campaigns to expand customer base and increase brand awareness.
Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, resulting in reduced costs and improved product quality.
Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
Developed marketing materials and campaigns to boost brand awareness and customer engagement.
Networked with other businesses and customers to increase sales opportunities and contacts.
Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
Developed comprehensive policy manuals outlining procedures and guidelines, contributing to a well-organized workplace culture.
Improved team morale and cohesion with regular team-building activities and open communication channels.
Oversaw office budget, ensuring all expenditures were within allocated funds and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
Optimized office space utilization, leading to more efficient and productive work environment.
Data Entry Clerk
Tim Pulliam
Rockport, TX
09.2005 - 03.2008
Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
Followed established procedures to enter and process data correctly.
Organized, sorted, and checked input data against original documents.
Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
Entered data into various computer systems accurately using Microsoft Office Suite.
Verified accuracy of data entered into system to produce error-free reports.
Verified entered data against source documents to maintain consistency across multiple platforms within the organization.
Communicated with supervisors and colleagues to process data quickly and resolve discrepancies.
Maintained a high level of accuracy and speed through continuous self-assessment, surpassing company standards consistently.
Expedited data entry tasks through the use of keyboard shortcuts and customized software tools.
Entered detailed customer and transaction data for enhanced record-keeping and analysis.
Facilitated efficient data migration projects, ensuring seamless transitions to new systems.
Optimized data backup procedures, safeguarding against data loss and facilitating easy recovery.
Maintained files, records, and chronologies of entry activities.
Verified data files prior to entry to maintain high data accuracy.
Managed and organized documents for data entry tasks.
Checked for accuracy by verifying data and records.
Compared transcribed data with source document to detect and correct errors.
Executive Assistant
American Physician Services
03.1997 - 03.2000
Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
Managed complex projects on behalf of the CFO to ensure timely completion and optimum results.
Played a critical role in preparing financial statements for quarterly reviews, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
Coordinated cross-departmental communication, fostering collaboration between finance teams and other business units.
Enhanced office efficiency by implementing new administrative systems and processes for better workflow management.
Supported the financial team with accurate document preparation for board meetings, presentations, and reports.
Created Annual Reports and coordinating with printers for production.
Desktop Publishing Specialist
Unique Printing
01.1991 - 05.2005
Evaluated new technologies and software updates, recommending implementation strategies that supported business growth objectives.
Developed creative design concepts that effectively conveyed the intended message while maintaining visual appeal across various platforms.
Assisted clients in understanding technical requirements related to print production, guiding them through the process from concept development to final output.
Increased brand recognition through the development of visually engaging and cohesive marketing materials, including brochures, flyers, and posters.
Adapted existing designs to accommodate changes in content or layout requests from clients without compromising visual integrity or messaging impact.
Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate desktop publishing services tailored to client specifications.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks for effective time management and project completion.
Troubleshot issues within desktop publishing software programs as they arose, identifying root causes and implementing appropriate solutions quickly and efficiently.
Updated internal templates to improve usability, resulting in a more efficient work environment for colleagues.
Enhanced document readability by applying expert desktop publishing techniques and design principles.
Optimized file formats for digital distribution channels, maximizing accessibility for endusers.
Conducted quality control reviews of all published materials, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
Checked preliminary and final proofs for errors and made necessary corrections.
Prepared sample layouts for approval using computer software.
Performed design, layout and typesetting of publications, office forms and various other projects to optimize designs and production strategies.
Designed templates, headers and footers, multi-column documents, tables and charts for [Area of expertise] needs.
Satisfied project requirements and customer demands by creating high-quality layouts for manuals, newsletters, posters and brochures.
Operated high-volume copiers, large and small laminators and binding and finishing machines to finalize [Number] projects per week.
Coordinated with print vendors to ensure high-quality output at competitive prices, achieving cost savings without sacrificing results.
Education
Associate of Arts - Commercial And Advertising Art
South Plains College
Levelland, TX
07.1999
Skills
Customer service
Small business operations
Report generation
Marketing expertise
Problem-solving
Multitasking and organization
Creative thinking
Project management
Verbal and written communication
Desktops, laptops, and mobile devices
Skilled in Adobe and Microsoft tools
Certification
Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint.
Adobe PageMaker and InDesign, Photoshop.
Timeline
Data Entry Clerk
Tim Pulliam
09.2005 - 03.2008
Co-Owner, Office Manager
Mustang Air
06.2000 - 05.2008
Executive Assistant
American Physician Services
03.1997 - 03.2000
Desktop Publishing Specialist
Unique Printing
01.1991 - 05.2005
Associate of Arts - Commercial And Advertising Art
South Plains College
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