Winston Wu

(address and phone snipped in online version)

WWu777us@yahoo.com

 

Objective                     

 

To obtain a position utilizing my skills, writing ability, communication skills, experience, education, broad knowledge, unique accomplishments/qualities, and outgoing go-getter attitude.

 

Summary of Skills and Experience      

 

Skills:  Proficient in computers, word processing, basic web design/HTML, PC/Windows troubleshooting, a variety of software, office clerical work, writing, communication skills. Typing - 80 wpm. Excellent spelling, grammar and composition skills. Familiar with Associated Press writing style. Foreign languages: Chinese, Taiwanese, Russian.

 

Experience:  One year experience in professional journalistic writing (portfolio available for review). Five years experience in adventure and persuasive writing. Two years experience in sales related work. Two years experience in marketing/promotions. One year experience working with youth.

 

Media Accomplishments and Credits

 

·       Designed and maintained websites and forums about travel, dating and culture.  Sold ebooks, videos, text links, ran online advertising campaigns, published pay-per-click ads on my sites.

·       Authored ebooks, articles, essays, and journals about cultural expansion, self-development/enrichment, and life motivation.

·       Produced, edited, marketed and sold copies of video travel documentaries through my website and Ebay. 

·       Compiled over 800 pages of journals, travel guides, and articles for international audience of hundreds (recommendation letters and portfolio available).  

·       Developed nine extensive photo journals of my adventures containing nearly 3,000 photos and images.

·       Received national media attention in three countries abroad (can provide documented proof in print and video).

·       Traveled in 12 countries and dozens of foreign cities, which broadened me culturally with the ability to see things from different angles and relate to different types of people. 

·       Wrote book in Parapsychology field that was the first of its kind, which led to international recognition among top researchers, fantastic reviews, radio guest appearances, and invitations to international conferences. (quotes and citations available)

·       Acted in several commercials and corporate videos in California, Nevada, Washington, and New York.

 

Experience                  

 

Web Designer/Webmaster/Web Publisher             Self-Employed                                                    Hilo, HI and Manila, Philippines          2006 - Present

·       Expanded business partner’s medical website of over 3,000 medical web pages displaying Google Adsense ads which brought in a daily revenue of approximate $400 per day.

·       Served as travel assistant and consultant to business partner during our trip to the Philippines.  I was chosen for my international travel experience, multi-cultural knowledge, communication/social skills, and other qualities that the owner admired.  Arranged and organized his travel, transportation and accommodation.

·       Designed websites and forums about travel, dating and culture.  Sold ebooks and videos.  Ran CPC and CPM ads.  Sold text link ads at fixed rates.  Advertised on Google Adwords and Abrite, and produced YouTube videos to generate significant traffic.  Learned web design and HTML. Kept up to date with the latest web technologies and tools by researching news, blogs, and forums.

 

Marketing Team Leader                                       Owens Corning                                                  Seattle, WA region  2005 - 2006

·       In charge of marketing campaign team for Owens Corning’s innovative basement finishing system at home trade shows around the Puget Sound area.  Supervised promotion teams of 2-3.

·       Generated sales leads which consistently exceeded projected quotas, demonstrated products and services to prospective clients and customers, answered questions, educated consumers on features and benefits.

·       Responsible for opening and closing of promotion booths and trailers, daily inventory, promotion materials/brochures, and basic operations.

 

Journalist/Reporter                                               Estates News – Moscow division                     Moscow, Russia  2004 - 2005

·       Wrote news stories for a European business gazette, covering multi-million dollar corporate construction projects for major international developers such as Cushman & Wakefield, KazstroyInvest, GVA Sawyer, Jones Lang LaSalle, Colliers International - in Central and Eastern Europe.

·       Interviewed Public Relations specialists of major development companies to obtain information, quotes, and press releases for stories.

·       Edited and rewrote office real estate national market analysis reports for several European nations.

 

English Teacher                                                   American Language Center                              Moscow, Russia  2004

·       Taught advanced level adult English classes.  Classes included advanced levels 3, 4, and Business English.

 

English Teacher/Marketing Assistant                     Oxford Language Institute                                Chia-Yi, Taiwan  2003 - 2004

·       Taught English to junior high level students.

·       Set up and organized the grand opening event and show for a new English self-learning center.  Designed artsy promotional flyers, brochures, posters, and orchestrated interactive activities for open house event.

 

Sales Representative                                            Cingular Wireless                                              Bellingham, WA  2002 - 2003

·       Sold yearly contracts for Cingular cell phone plans.  Assessed customer needs and made suggestions.  Informed customers of available service plans, promotions, phone models/brands, technologies and features.

·       Gained knowledge of major wireless phone providers such as Cingular, AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon, Nextel, and Qwest, to educate consumers on them.

·       Met sales quotas for most months.  Provided help and trouble-shooting over the phone to customers that signed up for service.  Educated and demonstrated cell phone operation and features for customers.

 

Job Services Specialist 2                                       Employment Security Department                    Bellingham, WA  2002

·       Provided job referral services to employers and job seekers through Washington state employment office.  Screened online resumes, paper resumes and job applicants on the phone and in person to match job qualifications.  Referred qualified applicants to employers.

·       Used computer to register job seekers, refer applicants, open job orders, and record department services.

·       Performed clerical duties, data entry, mailing letters, inventory reports, answered phones, and transferred calls.

·       Provided public assistance in Job Resource Center with use of software, job searching, and resume tips.

 

Agency Promoter/Recruiter                                  Model Talent Universe/Integrity Casting        Reno, NV  2001

·       Scheduled and referred talent, in person and by phone, to auditions and casting events.  Set up appointments.

·       Gave career consultation to aspiring actors and models.

·       Achieved the record for most referrals generated in a day at 66.  Consistently exceeded quotas and goals.

 

Actor/Magician                                                    Piper’s Opera House Production                      Virginia City, NV  2001

·       Performed as actor and magician assistant in a Mark Twain stage show for tourists, doing elaborate stage magic and mentalism acts.  Peformed three times daily ongoing through Summer and Fall seasons.

·       Before each show, went onto the street to promote and round up crowds ranging between 20-200 for our audience.  Gave tours of secret areas known to be haunted, to audience members afterward.

 

Residential Advisor                                               Cascades Job Corps                                          Sedro Woolley, WA  2000 - 2001

·       Managed dorm of over 100 students. Coached student behavior/responsibilities. 

·       Maintained files on students, handled daily paperwork and updated documents.

·       Troubleshooted and repaired various computers problems on Center.

 

Product/Service Promoter                                     Events and Promotions                                     Issaquah, WA    1998 - 1999

·       Generated over 2000 leads as part of a promotion program which resulted in $400,000 worth of sales for 1998.

·       Successfully promoted the brand image of clients such as Swiffer, Febreze, Pantene, First USA Bank, QVC, Statewide, Malt-O-Meal, Pepto-Bismol, Excedrin, Claritin, Amazon.com, and Kellogg’s through samplings, free drawings, floor demonstrations, etc.  Brought consumer awareness to thousands.

 

Education                    

 

Bachelors in Marketing and Computer Information Systems, California State University Hayward  

·       Courses include:  Seminar in Market Research, Promotion Management, Advertising Management, Strategic Marketing

 

 

 

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