This document is a resume for Marcus Perkins, who is seeking a career in event marketing or communications and media relations. He has over 15 years of experience in marketing, communications, event planning, project management, and operations management for the Department of the Air Force Police and Security Forces. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Communications and multiple certifications in security, emergency management, and instruction.

1. MARCUS PERKINS  (318) - 393-1701  mdperkins81@gmail.com  Oklahoma City, OK 73170
“Quest for a next level of career success within Event Marketing OR Communications and Media Relations to utilize hands-on
leadership experiences and academic background of Bachelor’s degree in Communications from Kaplan University”
Dynamic and results oriented Communications and Marketing Management Professional, offering professional experience in
operations management, public relation, project management, event planning, marketing campaigns management and
training program development. Possess strong expertise in designing and execution of productive strategies and marketing
campaigns to maximize opportunities for positive positioning across all markets, as well as supporting and resolving
communications and media relations issues. Highly skilled and committed professional with an aptitude to manage multiple
tasks simultaneously, implement communications and media programs, manage social media platforms and quickly learn the
complex ideas. Effective communicator who produces immediate contributions in teams and organization to meet goals.
SIGNATURE STRENGTHS
Marketing and Communications ● Event Planning and Management ● Media Relations ● Project Management
Staff Training and Development ● Program Management ● Operations Management ● Exceptional Customer Services
Social Media Marketing ● Team Leadership ● Executive Briefings ● Law Enforcement ● Oral and Written Communication
Interpersonal and Organizational Skill ● Strategic Planning ● Problem Resolution ● Creative Thinking ● MS Office Suite
EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS
Bachelor of Science, Communication, Kaplan University 2016
Master of Science, Homeland Security, Kaplan University 2015
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice CSI, Kaplan University 2013
Associate of Science, Criminal Justice, Air University 2010
PROFESSIONAL CAREER OUTLOOK
MEDELY EQUIPMENT COMPANY ● Oklahoma City, OK 2016 - Present
Event Planner / Marketing Representative (Internship)
 Successfully produced a wide range of events from conception to completion stage, delivered exceptional customer
service as well as planned and organized various memorable events to meet company expectations and business goals.
 Established company bowling outing and provided morale to more than 30 members and their families; efficiently
designed and created social media marketing post for Craigslist and numerous media outlets by utilizing the PARDOT.
 Brokered Medely Equipment Company and Veteran Affairs Scholarship program designed to get veterans professionally
trained and certified for forklift operations.
TINKER AIR FORCE BASE ● Oklahoma City, OK 2015 - Present
Department of the Air Force Police Officer
 Proactively provided confidence across the base, carried out threats assessments and guaranteed that all the vital assets
and personnel are secure from any potential risks and threats.
 Held accountable for other responsibilities of a Police Officer and performed a full range of base entry control activities.
CREECH AIR FORCE BASE ● Indian Springs, NV 2011 - 2015
UNIT Deployment Manager / NCOIC Armory, 2013 - 2015
 Achieved a zero percent security incident rate and supervised critical operations; directed the implementation and
rollout of a new taser program geared at equipping Security Forces members witha new non-lethal form of self-defense.
 Spearheaded all aspects of security operations and protected 350 personnel for two wings; professionally serviced and
trained Security Forces members and prepared them for deployment.
Security Forces Flight Sergeant (2011 – 2013)
 Synchronized with a local law enforcement to protect the base from unauthorized entry during two anti-war protests.
 Proactively secured high-value assets, which included $500M in resources by efficiently and timely resolving security
responses for five warrants, 60 unannounced alarms and seven fire alarms.
 Headed security operations for a 40-person Security Forces flight and managed the 20 in-flight emergency responses
resulting in the recovery of $720M in RQ-19 assets in a timely manner. Professional Experience Continued…

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MORON AIR FORCE BASE ● Moron, Spain 2010 - 2011
NCOIC Security Forces Training
 Implemented the suicide awareness and prevention, “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”, and “Shoot Move and Communicate”
training to ensure Security Forces members, while maintaining strict adherence to Department of Defense guidelines.
 Conducted security and HR training for Security Forces members; supported Operation Odyssey Dawn and Operation
Unified Protector including training 41 Security Forces personnel enabling a largest Air Refueling Wing within Air Force.
OSAN AIR FORCE BASE ● South Korea 2009 - 2010
NCOIC Security Forces Training
 Spearheaded various security training and operations for a POTUS visit with over 1,500 guests. Secured $3.2M worth of
weapons, ammunition and equipment as part of the oversight of the largest armory in the Pacific Air Force Command.
 Enhanced security response and early detection quality for on duty armorers by heading installation of security cameras.
 Significantly improved armory operation and explosive safety guidance by creating a 76-page template to ensure
adherence to Air Force regulations accordingly.
MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE ● Tampa, FL 2005 - 2009
Installation Patrolman / TIF Controller / QRD Team Lead
 Administered armed security for the United States Central Command and United States Special Operations Command.
 Conducted 150+ anti-terrorism measure patrols and 190+ convoy missions, as well as provided security in a local bazaar.
 Served as Theater Interment Facility (TIF) Controller / Quick Reaction Force (QRF) Team in Camp Bucca, Iraq, while
supervising the processing of 3,000 detainees, 121 detainee movements and 100 compound searches.
LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE ● San Antonia, TX 2000 - 2005
Reports & Analysis Technician/Alarm Monitor
 Accurately processed over 700 incident reports and 500 local files / background checks; resolved 300 level 2 resource
unannounced alarms, improved overall performance from personnel by leading the training and mentoring programs.
 Consistently delivered a key incident report and background check support, moreover managed responses to priority 2
level unannounced alarms in a highly efficacious manner.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
Security Clearance, IS-00700.a National Incident Management System (NIMS) An Introduction, IS-00001.a Emergency
Manager: An Orientation to the Position, IS-00100.b Introduction to Incident Command System, IS-00235.b Emergency
Planning, IS-00100.LE Introduction to the Incident Command System, I-100 for Law Enforcement, IS-00860.b National
Infrastructure Protection Plan (NIPP), IS-00021.15 Civil Rights and FEMA Disaster Assistance, IS-00020.15 Diversity Awareness,
AF SF Apprentice Course, AF SF Craftsman Course, Electronic Security System, AT Force Protection Level II, Principles of
Instruction.
AWARDS RECEIVED
Joint Commendation Medal ● Air Force Commendation Medal ● Army Commendation Medal ● Air Force Achievement
Medal, Commander’s Award, and NCO of the Quarter - Runner-up