Ashley Kime is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Public Relations and Advertising at DePaul University with an anticipated graduation in June 2011. She has experience in office administration, reception work, public relations, and social media. She is currently interning at Stylesalt.com, where she composes and edits a weekly fashion blog.
Experience in hospitality and food service industry. Managed a non-profit for 3 years, and raised thousands of dollars to build self-sustaining communities.
Experience in hospitality and food service industry. Managed a non-profit for 3 years, and raised thousands of dollars to build self-sustaining communities.
1. Ashley E. Kime
3838 N Kenmore • Chicago, Illinois 60613 • akime05@gmail.com • 630-918–9655
QUALIFICATIONS
Results-oriented and self-motivated individual. Experience in office administration, reception, public relations, social media,
and as a restaurant hostess, and child care provider. Effective communicator able to interact well with individuals at all levels
of an organization and from diverse cultures. Works efficiently in fast-paced environments. Excellent organization and
prioritization skills. Recognized for integrity, dedication, willingness to accept responsibility, and strong work ethic.
♦ Build Solid Relationships ♦ Learn Duties Quickly ♦ Customer Follow-Up
♦ Professional Demeanor ♦ Team Player & Leader ♦ Typing 50 wpm
♦ Discreetly handle confidential matters ♦ Honest and Dependable ♦ Excel, ACT & PowerPoint
♦ Independent Self-Starter ♦ Front Desk/ Reception ♦ Receive/Record Payments
EDUCATION
DEPAUL UNIVERSITY, Chicago, Illinois
Pursuing Bachelor of Arts Degree – Public Relations and Advertising; Anticipated graduation June 2011
Current member of PRSSA – Spring 2010
• Received 3rd place in nationwide PR campaign for the Starbucks However-You-Want-It Frappuccino.
MIAMI INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF ART AND DESIGN, Miami, Florida
Fashion Merchandising; 2007-2008
CHATHAM HALL, Chatham, Virginia; High School Diploma, May 2007
WORK HISTORY
STYLESALT.COM, Chicago, Illinois 1/11-present PR Intern
• Compose and edit weekly fashion blog
• Research new topics and ideas for blog
WACKER DRIVE EXECUTIVE SUITES, Chicago, Illinois 08/10-present
• Answer multi-line telephone, forward mail, fax and scan documents. Receptionist
• Record all duties for billing including client projects, call patching, fax, and scans
HONOR FLIGHT CHICAGO, Chicago, Illinois 08/10-11/10 Public Relations Intern
• Compose and send media releases to local newspaper, radio and TV outlets
• Efficiently manage finances including all donations and deposits
• Assisted in planning Volunteer Appreciation event and Air and Water Show fundraiser
FULL LIFE CENTERS, Chicago, Illinois; 01/10 to 8/10 Front desk/Reception
• Front desk reception: manage therapist’s schedules, bill clients, check insurance benefits, maintain a
positive environment, facilitate new client orientations, Therapist Helper, Vertical Response
• Manage company’s Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Word Press blog, and website
SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE, Naperville, Illinois; Summer 2008 Hostess
• Greeted customers and ensured an enjoyable dining experience in this upscale restaurant
EXECUTIVE MORTGAGE CORP, Naperville, Illinois; Summers, 2005, 2006 Administrative Assistant
• Consistently provided excellent administrative support to loan officers and outstanding customer service
2. • Efficiently and professionally handled large volume of incoming calls, delivered detailed messages, and
assisted with marketing materials and mailings