Online Resume for CHRISTINE G. ADAMO
Click to contact: christine@savemyresume.com
Career Highlights
Professional Writer & Business Owner (2001 to present)
Resume Rescue & Creative Wave Consulting
• Manage all aspects of these (2) professional service agencies
• Create attention-getting, response-oriented "marketing" tools
• Serve individual & corporate clients from around the globe
Freelance Writer & Photographer (2005 to present)
"Jackson County Advocate" & others
• Ongoing publication in the JCA, Broomfield Porchlink & others
• Generate leads, conduct interviews, take pictures & write profiles
• Write (10+) feature articles monthly for print & online distribution
Photojournalist (2005)
Good Will trip to Gulf Port, MS
• Accompanied Lee’s Summit Mayor on a trip to Gulf Port, MS
• Documented city official interaction & effects of Hurricane Katrina
• Edited & compiled images onto digital media for city use/reference
Editor & Photographer (2005)
"Lee's Summit Tribune"
• Served (simultaneously) as editor, reporter & photographer
• Introduced well-received, revenue-generating features & editorials
• Enhanced publication’s image & boosted profitability/readership
Reporter & Photographer (2002 to 2004)
"Daily 49er"
• Successfully blended news with creativity
• Served as Lead Arts Critic, News Reporter & Copy Editor
• Named "Best New Writer" 2002 & "Best (Feature) Reporter" 2003
Art Director (2002 to 2003)
"University Magazine"
• Won appointment via panel interview & portfolio review
• Procured, developed & edited art for this monthly magazine
• Consulted with editing staff to create compelling, cohesive layouts
Previous Assignments
10+ Years in Sales & Service (1995 to present)
Won numerous awards & received frequent recognition filling these roles:
• Educational Advisor – Kaplan Real Estate Services Division
• Contact Center Supervisor – Draper’s & Damon’s Catalog Service
• Manager of Quality Assurance – DSG Associates, Inc.
• Top Performing Sr. Telesales Rep. - L.A. Cellular Tel. Co.
Decorated Gulf War Veteran (1987 to 1993)
Sergeant, United States Marine Corps
• Honorably discharged after (6) years of dedication to service
• Won multiple Good Conduct Medals & service-related awards
• Traveled extensively throughout S.E. Asia, Persian Gulf & the U.S.
Ambassador (1985 to 1986)
Rotary International Youth Exchange
• Spent (9) months studying language & culture (Santa Cruz, Bolivia)
• Dedicated myself to winning this appointment & procuring funding
• Met diverse populations & ensured lifelong language skills
Education
Bachelor of Arts degree, Print Journalism (2001 to 2003)
California State University, Long Beach
• Adult, re-entry student featured on Dean's & President's Lists
• Member - Society of Prof'l. Journalists & Gold Key Honor Society
Associate of Arts degree, Liberal Arts (1994 to 1996)
Irvine Valley College, Irvine
• Graduated w/honors as an adult, re-entry student
Click to contact: christine@savemyresume.com
Career Highlights
Professional Writer & Business Owner (2001 to present)
Resume Rescue & Creative Wave Consulting
• Manage all aspects of these (2) professional service agencies
• Create attention-getting, response-oriented "marketing" tools
• Serve individual & corporate clients from around the globe
Freelance Writer & Photographer (2005 to present)
"Jackson County Advocate" & others
• Ongoing publication in the JCA, Broomfield Porchlink & others
• Generate leads, conduct interviews, take pictures & write profiles
• Write (10+) feature articles monthly for print & online distribution
Photojournalist (2005)
Good Will trip to Gulf Port, MS
• Accompanied Lee’s Summit Mayor on a trip to Gulf Port, MS
• Documented city official interaction & effects of Hurricane Katrina
• Edited & compiled images onto digital media for city use/reference
Editor & Photographer (2005)
"Lee's Summit Tribune"
• Served (simultaneously) as editor, reporter & photographer
• Introduced well-received, revenue-generating features & editorials
• Enhanced publication’s image & boosted profitability/readership
Reporter & Photographer (2002 to 2004)
"Daily 49er"
• Successfully blended news with creativity
• Served as Lead Arts Critic, News Reporter & Copy Editor
• Named "Best New Writer" 2002 & "Best (Feature) Reporter" 2003
Art Director (2002 to 2003)
"University Magazine"
• Won appointment via panel interview & portfolio review
• Procured, developed & edited art for this monthly magazine
• Consulted with editing staff to create compelling, cohesive layouts
Previous Assignments
10+ Years in Sales & Service (1995 to present)
Won numerous awards & received frequent recognition filling these roles:
• Educational Advisor – Kaplan Real Estate Services Division
• Contact Center Supervisor – Draper’s & Damon’s Catalog Service
• Manager of Quality Assurance – DSG Associates, Inc.
• Top Performing Sr. Telesales Rep. - L.A. Cellular Tel. Co.
Decorated Gulf War Veteran (1987 to 1993)
Sergeant, United States Marine Corps
• Honorably discharged after (6) years of dedication to service
• Won multiple Good Conduct Medals & service-related awards
• Traveled extensively throughout S.E. Asia, Persian Gulf & the U.S.
Ambassador (1985 to 1986)
Rotary International Youth Exchange
• Spent (9) months studying language & culture (Santa Cruz, Bolivia)
• Dedicated myself to winning this appointment & procuring funding
• Met diverse populations & ensured lifelong language skills
Education
Bachelor of Arts degree, Print Journalism (2001 to 2003)
California State University, Long Beach
• Adult, re-entry student featured on Dean's & President's Lists
• Member - Society of Prof'l. Journalists & Gold Key Honor Society
Associate of Arts degree, Liberal Arts (1994 to 1996)
Irvine Valley College, Irvine
• Graduated w/honors as an adult, re-entry student
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Your Hobbies &
Interests Matter
Hobbies can add
life & interest to
your resume.
Christine's include:
- Writing
- Photography
- Ethnic Cuisine
- Travel by car
- LPs, CDs, etc.
- Hiking
...& more!!!
Tell Resume Rescue
what interests you!
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| Online Q & A You ask, We answer. Meet Christine Question: What's so special about Christine? Answer: Hmmm...a trick question. Everything! Christine established Resume Rescue in 2001. She creates custom resumes for clients across the U.S. A writer/designer by trade, she spent (14) years working in So. California. Her designs are as unique as her clients themselves. & Alfie... Christine & Alfie (most recently from Kansas City, MO) live & work in Upstate N.Y. |
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