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About Me: Newly moved to the Houston Texas area. I have written a screen play before and I am interested in working on more. I have also completed essays, short scripts, written and produced short films that included a still frame narrative, a commercial re-edit, and a commercial. Examples of my work listed above as well as my copy writing portfolio can be found here http://danielchuhran.wordpress.com/

DANIEL E. CHUHRAN
1924 Lazy Creek Ln
Pearland, Texas 77581
[email protected]

EDUCATION Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan
Broadcast Communications and the Cinematic Arts
Minor in Cinema Studies
Graduation Date, Aug 2011

Jackson Community College, Jackson, Michigan
Certificate Obtained: Video Production, May 2008
Degree Obtained: Associates Degree, May 2007

EXPERIENCE See Seasonal Work Section for most recent work

Concession Volunteer Supervisor May 2013 – Sept 2013
Andiamo Catering & Event Management, Warren, Michigan
Freedom Hill Event Set-up (Concert Venue, Sterling Heights, MI)
Cleaned/Opened park after 3 year hiatus
Supervised volunteer staff and replenished concessions stand stock
Reconciled stock delivered and stock sold during an event and trouble shot cash till discrepancies
Handled customer complaints and resolutions
Off-site event set-up
Placed food/drink storage units and set up tables
Placed grills and ice chests as appropriate for food service
Stocked food/drinks (pop, beer, liquor) throughout the event including concession stands and intermediate storage areas

Telephone Account Executive Feb 2013 – April 2013
YP, Southfield, Michigan
Worked as a marketing consultant advising clients on advertising solutions that included print, internet, Search Engine Optimization, and direct mail
Called 60-80 contacts – non advertisers per day
Called 40-60 calls to existing clients to re analyze their marketing goals and suggest potential expansion or current campaign

Account Executive Dec 2011 – June 2012
Cumulus Media, Lansing, Michigan
Acquisition of new accounts through research and strategy development
Maintenance of existing accounts, and development/marketing of advertising proposals for new and existing accounts

Sales Associate Mar 2008 – Jan 2009
Block Buster, Jackson, Michigan
Solicited sales for various membership plans to meet weekly sales goals
Performed customer service duties such as advising on rental choices, restocking shelves, general cleaning and inventory control

Media Department Product Specialist Oct 2006 – Oct 2007
Circuit City, Jackson, Michigan
Responsible for construction and take-down of weekly promotional material for new video release
Performed daily duties such as stocking shelves, controlling the inventory, and using POS software

Sr. Customer Service Associate Jan-Sept 2006; Feb-Aug 2004
Movie Gallery, Jackson, Michigan Jan-May 2003
Responsible for maintaining signage for current movie rentals
Performed customer service duties such as advising on rental choices, restocking shelves, general cleaning and inventory control
Performed managerial tasks such as opening and closing, balancing the cash register, and delivering bank deposit

Server
Bob Evans Restaurant
Jackson, MI June-Aug 2005
Kalamazoo, MI Sept-Dec 2005
Provided customer service by taking meal and drink orders, suggesting menu items, and displaying fast and friendly service

Busser/Trainer
Outback Steakhouse
Jackson, MI Jan-May 2003; May-Aug 2004
Kalamazoo, MI Aug 2004 -May 2005
Worked as a busser in both restaurants and as a trainer in Kalamazoo

Audio/Visual Salesman May 2003-Dec 2003
ABC Warehouse, Mishawaka, Indiana
Responsible for store wide sales and general customer service
Performed various tasks such as cleaning, setting up displays, taking inventory and maintaining the audio room

SEASONAL WORK
Toys R’ Us, Jackson, Michigan Oct – Dec 2012, Oct – Dec 2013
Electronics department

Joann’s, Jackson, Michigan Oct – Dec 2013
Merchandiser

Kohl’s, Jackson, Michigan Oct 2012 – Dec 2012
Truck Unloader/Merchandiser

Sears, Jackson, Michigan Nov 2011 – Dec 2011
Mattress Department Sales

Pizza Hut, Jackson, Michigan June 2009 – Aug 2009
Delivery Driver, Prep Cook

Job duties available upon request

SKILLS:
Computer skills include MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Adobe Premier Pro, Photoshop, After Effects, and Sound Booth. General skills include the abilities to lead and follow, learn new tasks quickly, interact with people socially and professionally.

ACTIVITIES:
Eagle Scout (13 year member of the BSA), 2 years J.V. Soccer-1 year captain, 2 years Varsity Soccer, Writing, Reading