Microsoft Word proficient
Olivia Giknavorian
Student
Stafford,Virginia
Summary
High-energy Student currently finalizing Communication studies degree and prepared to contribute to organizational success while developing new skills and gaining real-world experience. Highly organized, responsible and well-versed in Microsoft word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Google Docs. Positively impacts operations with top-notch communication, dedication to work, and critical thinking skills.
Continuously maintains part-time jobs and internships throughout college education, to be self-sufficient and maintain personal responsibilities independently.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Operations Specialist
James Madison University Recreation Center, James Madison University
08.2020 - Current
- Assists in ensuring that COVID-19 guidelines are being followed by individuals using the facilities.
- Upholding strict check in process, by stopping all individuals that enter the premises and making sure they are not showing COVID-19 symptoms and keeping the amount of individuals to regulation standards.
Intern
Enterprise Holdings
Alexandria, VA
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Assisted corporation by transporting cars to different locations for both sales and rentals.
- Learned how the company worked by interacting with many branch employees.
- Interacted with customers of rental side and of car sales side.
Student Worker
James Madison University, Aramark
Harrisonburg, VA
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Student employee at James Madison University dining hall.
- Interacted with customers
- Learned how to operate all aspects of business, including, cooking, cleaning, and customer service.
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Intern
Hero’s Bridge
Warrenton, VA
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted Hero’s Bridge community outreach coordinator by writing a news release, PSAs, a feature stories, newsletters, and a brochure.
- Published feature story piece in the Fauquier Times newspaper.
- Took measures to reach out into local community to interview veterans, companies, and members of the Fauquier county community
- Maintained open line of communication with organizations president to ensure writing represented the philanthropy well
Student Intern
Drug Enforcement Administration
Arlington, VA
12.2018 - 08.2019
- Worked with the Congressional Affairs Department of the Drug Enforcement Administration.
- Meet various individuals working in Congress and Government Agencies.
- Sat in on various meetings to better understand the Drug Enforcement Administration and their mission.
- Led project to reorganize hundreds of online data files, making them user friendly, and easy to navigate.
- Assisted in making phone calls to congressional members offices- to inquire about potential questions that may be asked during hearings in both the House of Representatives and Senate to ensure those testifying on behalf of the Drug Enforcement Administration were prepared to give well informed answers.
- Kept physical files and digitized records organized for easy updating and retrieval by authorized team members.
Sales Associate
Kohls
Stafford, VA
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales.
- Duties included keeping the front of the store tidy, greeting customers, operating cash registers and soliciting credit card accounts for the company.
- Implemented up-selling strategies, encompassing recommendation of accessories and complementary purchases.
- Trained and developed new sales team associates in products, selling techniques and company procedures.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing and accessories and explained how to properly care for merchandise.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
Tutor
Self Employed
Weston, FL
01.2015 - 06.2015
- Assisted elementary aged children in educational needs, particularly in writing, reading and history..
- Drilled students on subject matter and used flashcards and writing techniques to improve recall.
- Reviewed materials for student classes to enhance learning and used unique ways to reinforce program materials.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA 08.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
North Stafford High School
Stafford, VA 09.2016 - 06.2017
Skills
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Work Availability
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Software
Google Docs
Microsoft Powerpoint
SPSS
Qualtrics
Quote
The successful warrior is the average man, with laser-like focus.
Bruce Lee
Timeline
Event Operations Specialist
James Madison University Recreation Center, James Madison University
08.2020 - Current
Intern
Enterprise Holdings
06.2020 - 08.2020
Intern
Hero’s Bridge
08.2019 - 12.2019
Student Worker
James Madison University, Aramark
02.2019 - 03.2020
Student Intern
Drug Enforcement Administration
12.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
James Madison University
08.2017 - Current
Sales Associate
Kohls
05.2017 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
North Stafford High School
09.2016 - 06.2017
Tutor
Self Employed
01.2015 - 06.2015
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