Kyle Jordan Ruckert is seeking a position in communications. He graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies and minors in Film Studies and Creative Writing. While in college, he worked as a lab assistant and teacher's assistant in the Communication Studies Department. He won several awards for his multimedia work and was involved with the swim team and Alternative Film and Television Club. Ruckert has experience with Adobe software and film equipment. His previous jobs include working in ice delivery, facility maintenance, and lifeguarding.

1. KYLE JORDAN RUCKERT
kjruckert@gmail.com
1901 Azalea Dr., Munster, IN 46321
Cell - 219-689-0110
EDUCATION
Eastern Illinois University – Charleston, IL
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies May 2016
Concentration: Electronic Media Production
Minors: Film Studies and Creative Writing
GPA: 3.58/4.0
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Eastern Illinois University Hadwiger Multimedia Lab – Charleston, IL
Lab Assistant Intern January 2015 – May 2016
• Organize and maintain department audio and visual equipment
• Complete forms for students, faculty, and staff to reserve and check out equipment
• Provide customer service and answer questions regarding equipment
Eastern Illinois University Communication Studies Dept. – Charleston, IL
Teacher’s Assistant Spring 2016
• Assisted Dr. David Gracon in his New Media Practices Class
• Instructed students on filmmaking and editing techniques for their multimedia productions
• Provided feedback and criticism on the students’ multimedia productions
AWARDS/HONORS
3rd
Place Creative Category, Communication Studies Dept. Multimedia Contest Spring 2016
The Nick Schmitt Faith, Success, Recovery Award – EIU Swimming Award Spring 2016
Outstanding Lab Assistant, Communication Studies Department Spring 2016
Dean’s List Spring 2014, Fall 2015, Spring 2015, Fall 2015
Eastern Illinois Student-Athlete Merit Award April 2014
Eastern Illinois Student-Athlete Eastern Award April 2015
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
Eastern Illinois University Swim Team August 2012 – May 2016
Alternative Film and Television Club March 2014 – May 2016
• Treasurer August 2015 – May 2016
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Software: Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, Audition, Dreamweaver, InDesign, After Effects, Celtx
Filming: Canon DSLR, JVC, GoPro
WORK EXPERIENCE
Lang Ice Company – Hammond, IN
Ice Delivery Assistant Summers 2014, 2015
• Assisted with delivering ice to local grocery stores and convenience stores
• Recorded the amount of ice that was delivered to each store
• Maintained a clean and organized area within the truck for the ice to be delivered
Stone Ridge Condominiums – Munster, IN
Maintenance Worker Summers 2012, 2013
• Performed minor and major repair of all buildings and equipment
• Replaced broken windows; repaired doors, door locks and closets; installed window blinds
• Responded to emergency maintenance requests as required
Munster High School – Munster, IN
Lifeguard April 2010 – April 2012
• Maintained the safety of the patrons in and around the pool
• Communicated and enforced all regulations and pool rules in a personable and professional manner
• Set up the pool for various activities such as laps, classes, etc.