Melanie Lewis is seeking employment that utilizes her Bachelor's degree in Media Communication and Technology from East Stroudsburg University. She has over 10 years of experience working for the United States Army, including her current role as Youth Technology Lab Associate at Picatinny Arsenal, where she operates and maintains the technology lab for children and youth programs. Lewis has extensive skills in photography, video production, graphic design, and web design. She is proficient in both Mac and PC platforms and many Adobe, Microsoft, and Apple software programs.

1. Melanie Lewis
105 Erie Avenue, Rockaway, NJ 07866
973-769-4198 [cell] (973) 586-9816 [home]
e-mail: lewism611@gmail.com
http://www.melaniejophotography.shutterfly.com
Objectives:
Dependable, energetic, and talented Media Communication & Technology major seeking related field employment.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Science - May, 2008
East Stroudsburg University, East Stroudsburg PA
Major – Media Communication and Technology
Significant Coursework Completed in Major:
Advanced Digital Photography Electronic Communication Technologies
TV Studio Production 1 TV Studio Production 2
Sound Recording Intro to Motion Media
Desktop Publishing Imaging Technology
Videotaping Techniques Law & Ethics in Media
Electronic Publishing Interactive Media
Intro to Mass Media Communication Graphics
Web Design Basic Art and Drawing
Skills and Areas of Expertise
Adobe Photoshop Adobe Premiere Microsoft Word Apple iMovie Audio Editing
Adobe Illustrator CS2 Macromedia DreamWeaver Final Cut Pro Adobe InDesign
Internet Explorer Macromedia Flash Adobe InDesign Printing
Mozilla Adobe Package Microsoft Office Design
TD on switch board Director/floor manager Script Writing Graphic Design
Camera Sound Board VTR Mac Skills
Teleprompter Talent Lighting Apple OX X
Lighting board Story Boards
Experienced on both Mac and PC
Work Experience
Youth Technology Lab Associate February 2014-present
United States Army- Picatinny Arsenal, Dover, NJ
Responsible for operation of the Technology Lab. Create a positive environment in CYS Technology Lab that includes appropriate physical space, furnishings, wall
displays, and resource materials and supplies to supplement computer software programs and Internet access. Ensures the use of techno logy is fully integrated into
all activities and events in the facility to include each of The Army's School-Age and Youth Four Core Service Areas; incorporating baseline programming and
implementation of Boys and Girls Clubs of America and 4-H Materials for children and youth Kindergarten/1st - 12th Grade. Encourages participant interest and
maintains an environment that promotes positive child and youth interactions with other children, youth, and adults. Provides supervision, oversight, and
accountability for program participants in compliance with DoD, Army and local policies, guidance, and standards. Provides op portunities for parent involvement.
Demonstrates proper work methods and provides work-related guidance to subordinates when required. Ensures computer, peripherals, and software are
maintained in good condition and working order. Troubleshoots CYS hardware, printers, scanners, servers and software. Informs CYS Functional Technology
Specialist of any major repairs requiring professional expertise. Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities. Creates flyers, programs, posters, and local ads to
display, and provides any media needed, for CYSS events
Child Development Center Program Assistant September 2009- February2014
United States Army- Picatinny Arsenal, Dover, NJ
Assist the Pre-K teacher with educational instruction for our class of 20 children in daily activities, and preparing them for Kindergarten in the upcoming school year.
I assist with writing lesson plans, and contribute to the daily care of the children ages 4-5 years. I assist the lead when communicating with parents on a daily basis,
as well as during parent conferences.
Lead Experience: I act as the lead in the absence of the primary lead. This entails implementing daily lesson plans, daily ro utines, and maintaining classroom
management, when the lead is absent.
Music for Good - Social Media Internship January 2013-August 2013
Maintain and monitor the Twitter and Facebook pages for this company on a daily basis.
J Photography April 2012 - present
(Freelance) Privately Owned Dover, NJ
Photographer for Weddings and other events.
Sportography April 2012- September 2012
(Freelance) LIfetouch Photography Trenton, NJ
Freelance photographer for "Photo Day" sports events.
Commissary Employee June 2008- August 2009
United States Army - Picatinny Arsenal, Dover, NJ
Arrange produce for display in the store daily. Help with stocking of items.
Child and Youth Program Assistant June, 2005 – August, 2007
United States Army - Picatinny Arsenal, Dover, NJ
Upper level camp counselor. Wrote lesson plans, coordinated and supervised daily activities for campers , ages 9-11 years, for 3 summers.
June-August 2007-Co-Wrote lesson plans and instructed Computer Class, for all camp children ages 5 -12 years during the 4-H segment of camp each week.
East Stroudsburg University Athletic Auction (unpaid) November, 2007
Jobs included: Technical Director on switch board & floor manager. This was a live cable broadcast event.
Awards:
2006- COMMANDER COIN for excellent service to the Army
2009- COMMANDER COIN for excellent service to the Army
2012- COMMANDER COIN for excellent service to the Army
Certified: Code.org Professional Development Course. Can teach coding to grades k-5.