1. PROFILE
I justrecently made the move from the eastcoastto the westin hopes ofimproving my writing skills and establishing
myselfas a writer. Born and raised in Rhode Island I chose to continue my studies outof high school at the University
of Rhode Island where I received a BA in English.I hope to obtain a career in the writing industry that opens myselfto
endless opportunities,provides myselfwith the experience I need to reach these opportunities ,and also allows
myselfto work hands on with related events in my field that are going on not only locally but nationallyas well. I have
a passion for writing and am willing to do anything that I can to improve the skills thatI already possess.Furthermore
I believe that there is always room for improvementand intend to continue progressing in the field in which I have
chosen to leave my mark on in some way or another.
EDUCATION
University of Rhode Island,Kingston,RI — 2011-2014
Major: English BA
CommunityCollege ofRhode Island,Lincoln,RI — 2009-2011
English Transfer
EXPERIENCE
CUSTOMER SERVICE CLERK/PRODUCE CLERK, STOP & SHOP; PROVIDENCE RI — 2008-2012
 Communicated with customers over concerns and ensured absolute customer satisfaction
 Monitored cash flow and checked for discrepancies
 Took care of bringing in productand distributing
 Managed quality of foods
Rhode Island Center For Freedom and Prosperity- Intern—2013-2014
 Worked as part of a team state think tank on public policy
 Participated mainlyas part of research and developmenton seeking donors to help fund the non profit
 Made spreadsheets on MicrosoftExcel for our mailing list
Belle Mer- Server/Bartender--- 2013-2015
 Worked with a team/staffhosting functions on our two venue property in NewportR.I.
 Mainly played hostto weddings as well as wine expos and manyother functions
 Helped bartenders and kitchen staffwith numerous tasks contributing to the success ofthe events
 Set -up venues with tables,chairs,silverware,glassware,alcohol,linens etc.
SKILLS
 Grammar and Editing
 Research/Gathering Information
 Interpreting Data
 Computer Keyboarding
 Communication
 Problem Solving
 Critical Thinking/Reading
 Comparing/Contrasting
 Familiar with Microsoft Office Word, Excel
REFERRALS
Mike Stenhouse,CEO,RI Center for Freedom and Prosperity,Lincoln,RI – (401) 429-6115
Katie McLaughlin,Venue Manager, Belle Mer, Newport,RI-- (401) 662-1809
Joel Humphrey,AssistantVenue Manager, Belle Mer, Newport,RI (617) 854-5071
JUSTIN FLORIO 11470 Collins St.
North Hollywood, CA, 91601
Cell: (401) 345- 1481
Home: (401) 723 - 4651
Justin_florio@my.uri.edu