Amanda Olson is seeking a dynamic position in marketing, event coordination, or customer service. She has over 10 years of relevant work experience, including positions in marketing coordination, administrative assistance, retail consulting, event planning, and sales. Olson obtained a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing in 2007 from Loyola University Chicago.

1. AMANDA OLSON
3825 Maple Avenue  Northbrook, IL 60062  (313) 505-4343  Amanda.olson6@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE
 Dynamic, problem solver with proven track record excelling in the fields of marketing, event coordination and
customer service to satisfy the wants and needs of my clients.
HIGHLIGHTS OFQUALIFICATIONS
 Able to work independently or cooperatively as part of a team to accomplish goals, highly motivated and results
oriented
 Well-organized with proven ability to effectively prioritize work, completing multiple, concurrent assignments in a
timely and professional manner
 Fully computer literate with excellent research and analytical skills
 Previous experience working with federal agencies and organizations, i.e.: FDA
SKILLS
 Managerial skills including fiscal responsibility, being a team-leader and a project manager
 Proven track record of effective relationship building and inter-company coordination
 Proficient in all Microsoft Office Suite programs and Adobe Creative Suite programs
 Proficient in all social media outlets; i.e.: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Youtube
 Experience working with and building websites, managing content and analyzing data
EDUCATION
LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO Chicago, IL
Bachelor of Business Administration, Specialization in Marketing May 2007
Major GPA 3.165/4.0
WORK EXPERIENCE
NANCY GIBSON GROUP Northbrook, IL
Marketing Coordinator and Office Manager July 2014 – February 2016
 Work with Northbrook’s #1 agent
 Coordinate all print and virtual ads for new listings and recent sold properties
 Created and managed a social media presence for the company
 Order and oversee all property signage
 Follow up with showing agents in order to provide feedback to homeowners
 Coordinate scheduling and tasks with vendors on professional staging and photography
 Manage listings across all platforms and systems, i.e.: MRED, Realtor.com, Zillow, CBOnline.com
 Assist with all general office duties including processing and receiving new listing paperwork in person and via
DotLoop, answering phones and emails
 Use multiple platforms to recognize potential leads and make first contact with leads
 Provide superior customer service to all clients, including prospective clients
COLDWELL BANKER Northbrook, IL
Administrative Assistant June 2013 – July 2014
 Receive, organize and store all listing paperwork for every agent’s listings
 Enter new listings into the MLS, including entering property specific information, photos, open house information,
additional documents and showing instructions
 Obtain price change authorizations from agents and/or sellers, and process price changes on all necessary
platforms
 Design and order property marketing materials for agents (postcards, brochures, mailings) using Adobe and
Microsoft software
 Work with agents to develop and follow through with new marketing materials and concepts
 Create property websites for all new listings and link to purchased domains
 Assist with answering phones, stamping mail, and other general office duties
BLOOMINGDALES Chicago, IL

2. AMANDA OLSON
3825 Maple Avenue  Northbrook, IL 60062  (313) 505-4343  Amanda.olson6@gmail.com
Registry Consultant February 2011-June 2013
 Create and manage bridal registries while resolving bridal issues in a timely manner using Fedfill, FedGift, Macy’s
Transaction History, and various computer systems
 Assist with bridal purchases online and in store from clients domestically and internationally
 Oversee training of new bridal associates in practices, systems, and client management
 Assist management with shipping, orders, and vendor issues for bridal and other clients
KJS WEDDINGS Chicago, IL
Event Planner November 2008-Septeber 2011
 Prep all members of wedding party for ceremony and reception
 Assemble all décor arrangements, manage and coordinate deliveries and set-ups with vendors
 Work with clients and vendors in contract negotiation
DISCOVERY CHICAGO Chicago, IL
Account Coordinator May 2010-July 2010
 Working with pharmaceutical companies to help launch new product
 Coordinate production of meeting materials with scientific and creative departments
 Conducting extensive research on speakers, physicians and key industry leaders
NEW FRONTIER Chicago, IL
Receptionist August 2009-October 2009
 Work with the real estate development company, along with its two affiliates, as a temporary receptionist
 Manage the office, from answering and transferring calls, to sending and receiving mail and packages
 Act as the main customer service agent for the three companies
 Enter and maintain vendor invoice database
MARCUS EVANS Chicago, IL
Sales Executive June 2008-September 2008
 Worked in business strategy sector of the sponsorship division of the event management firm
 Performed research on Fortune 500 companies to find appropriate possible sponsors for events
 Made sales calls to executives at Fortune 500 companies and pitched sponsorship proposals that ranged from
$19K-$40K
VOLUNTEER
THE SMILETRAIN
 Coordinating and planning all aspects of an event designed to raise funds for the foundation.
 Worked with vendors and coordinated all donations for event which raised $15000 with a budget of only $150
ORIGINALCHANGEPROJECT
 Work as the lead event coordinator with the goal of raising awareness and funds through specially designed events
 Work with local vendors to coordinate donations and negotiate prices for events