Freelance Proposal Writers : Victoria

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I've been writing and playing original music since i was 13, and after 12 years, i feel my musical talents are strong enough to persue a career in music production, studio engineering, or professional song writing. The more i write, the more i feel that my own material would be great for others to perform as well as myself. I love to perform, and have full confidence in my capabilities, but now i feel as though i love to write songs, a little more than i love to perform them. My ultimate desire is to own my own recording studio and music label, thus giving me unlimited production capabilities, for myself, and other aspiring musicians. I'm a "go-with-my-gut" kind of guy, and most of the time when i hear something, i very quickly have multiple ideas for it. I feel that inspiration is the absolute key, and as long that it is there, anything can be done.

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Melissa Groeling (215)393-5364 melissagroeling@hotmail.com www.melissagroeling.com CAREER OBJECTIVE: - To work in an environment conducive to utilizing my editorial and organizational skills EDUCATION - Bloomsburg University, Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania Bachelor’s Degree: English, December 2001 WORK EXPERIENCE - Freelancer, July 2010-Present - Yellow Book USA, King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, March 2004-July 2010 Listings Procurement Coordinator - Handle simultaneous market deadlines and reports to be handed off to management - Edit multiple customer listings for completeness and accuracy - Post completed grids on company website. - Track directory tapes to be loaded into company database - Determine scope of book for every market worked - Contact marketing department for any discrepancies on the scoping grids - Confirm that white and yellow page grids are in accordance with the information on the scoping grids Account Review and Validation Specialist - Proofread contracts submitted by sales representatives - Edit copysheets for clear and concise instructions for ad placement and layout - Work with the art department to investigate problematic ad layouts and direction - Coordinate changes on ad proofs for the graphic department - Examine quality artwork for clarity and user-ability - Complete financial check for monetary discrepancies - Asher’s Chocolates, Souderton, Pennsylvania, October 2003-March 2004 Production Worker - Package merchandise - Assist in product shipment PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES - Institute for Children’s Literature Correspondent - Participated in the writing program that allowed me to write stories that were critiqued - Helped me tone my writing and grammar skills efficiently - Facilitated me to deal with criticism effectively and objectively - Bloomsburg University English Undergraduate Conference Participant - Assembled a mandatory conference that required an oral presentation based on gender issues using the basic foundations of works by Anne Sexton PUBLICATIONS - James A. Rock & Co., Publishers - My first novel, Beauty Marks, was released in July 2008 - The 21st Century - The 21st Century is a nationwide magazine that published a short story I wrote called The Race SPECIAL SKILLS Abode Reader Internet Explorer Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Microsoft Office

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As a Certified Adwords Professional I can help you establish your Search Engine Strategy: PPC, CMP or CPA Campaigns. Search Engine Optimization for your website Campaign Creation, Optimization and Monitoring. Website Design with CMS E-mail marketing Social Media strategies SEO

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I began Creative Writing in the Early 70's as on an urge and a Spirited Moment, I haven't received any basic training or schooling on the subject but I have been published many times thru various Literary organizations such as Vanity Press under the subject of Poetic Writing and Music Companies. I am capable of Research and Development on various subject matters as pertaining to concepts of interest.

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I'm new to the writing industry, but you know how it goes. I just don't have that pretty fifteen years of experience behind me yet. However, I have a youthful vigor and perspective as a twenty year old. Those can pay off in very positive ways.

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PROFILE A former retail executive turned consultant with proven leadership in the areas of sales and account management, merchandising, sourcing, capability building and quality management with numerous tier-1 retailers and manufacturers. Energetic, collaborative, results driven leader, who delivers. PROFESSIONAL HISTORY BRUCE EDWARD WINDER CONSULTING LIMITED, Toronto 2012 - Present PRESIDENT, CONSULTANT, SPEAKER ? Own and run boutique consulting firm. Have served a number of clients including: Mattel, Dorel, Tractor Supply, Northern Response, Rimskins, Hammer, Best Blade, Delk, Worth Garden, Cixi-Modern, Stoneridge Cycle, G-Paws and others. Major services include: sales, global sourcing, quality management, speaking & others. SEARS CANADA INC., Toronto 2011 – 2012 ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT & DMM – CRAFTSMAN OUTDOOR POWER, HARDWARE & HOME ENVIRONMENT (PROMOTION) ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT – CRAFTSMAN HARDWARE ? Led and oversaw all facets of multi-channel National Craftsman Air, Water & Power (CAWP) Business which included leading strategy, finance, category management, human resources, marketing and supply chain for a $ 230 million/120 store business. Reported to SVP, Home & Hardlines. ? Led and created Craftsman Hardware Strategy, CAWP 4 store refresh plans, Bramalea CAWP test store plan and execution. ? Led and executed National CAWP full-line retail 106 store reflow project. $ 1 MM Budget was formulated and approved by executive capital committee (1st person to successfully do so for CAWP). Project included new fixtures, new layout and planograms, new signage and launch of new Sears US leveraged product. ? Hired 3 best-in-class Buyers to build outstanding merchant team. ? Grew Outdoor Power business by high single digits % for March & April 2012. Grew Fan business by 100%+ in May & June 2012. ZELLERS (HBC), Brampton 2009 – 2011 GENERAL MERCHANDISE MANAGER (GMM) – OUTDOOR LIVING & SEASONAL ? Led and oversaw all facets of National Outdoor Living & Seasonal Business which included leading strategy, finance, category management, human resources, marketing and supply chain for a $ 140 million/280 store business. Reported to Senior Vice President, Hard-lines. ? Partnered with Zellers SVP, Hard-lines and re-engineered $ 1 billion Home division in 2009 resulting in high single-digit sales improvement post launch. Created and implemented new line review process, import calendar, advertising management process and brand strategy. ? Led turnaround of $ 50 million Patio business through revised assortment, pricing and advertising strategy that grew sales by 1.4% and GP $ by 124% in 2010. LOYALTYONE (AIR MILES REWARD PROGRAM), Toronto 2008 – 2009 DIRECTOR, RETAIL – CONSUMER PRODUCTS MARKETING ? Merchandise rewards portfolio lacked processes and disciplines. Leadership team wanted an expert to add retail industry best practices by building Category Management process for business. Created Air Miles Rewards Program specific Category Management program within first 4 months in position. Began roll-out to merchandise team in 2009. CANADIAN TIRE CORPORATION, LIMITED, Toronto 1990 – 2008 DIRECTOR (AVP), REVERSE FLOW (REVERSE LOGISTICS) AND QUALITY MANAGEMENT (2007 – 2008) ? Oversaw Canadian Tire’s $ 300 million reverse logistics product returns function supporting $ 8 billion sales base and 450 store network. Also accountable for quality management and operations component of environment health and safety area. Led 13 person team, consisting of 3 managers and 10 analysts. Managed 2 third-party quality management service providers. Reported to SVP, Business Development. ? Negotiated multi-year outsourcing agreements with 2 third-party quality service providers providing Canadian Tire with global quality reach, substantial cost savings (20%) and speed to market gains. ? Led strategic drilldown of process and organization and created blueprint for new reverse logistics program that called for a positive $ 20 million net present value (NPV) and improved customer satisfaction over a 5 year period. DIRECTOR, IMPORTS, GLOBAL SOURCING (PROMOTION) (2006 – 2007) IMPORT MANAGER, GLOBAL SOURCING (PROMOTION) (2004 – 2006) ? Managed Canadian Tire’s $ 2 billion import department with global team of managers, analysts and agent partners. Led 12 person team consisting of 3 managers and 9 analysts. Led objectives setting & master work plan for about 40 team members. Reported to SVP, Business Development. ? Contributed to strategic development and led tactical execution of the redesign of Global Sourcing. Led dozens of sourcing projects over a 3 year period resulting in the company’s import purchase mix increasing by 900 basis points, facilitating cost savings and incremental GP$ of $200 million dollars. ? Led McKinsey consultancy engagement in North America and China to build sourcing infrastructure for auto parts to reduce cost. Company began to realize significant cost savings (planned at $ 3.4 million per annum) in late 2008 and into 2009 onward as a direct result of efforts. CATEGORY MANAGER/BUYER, VARIOUS CATEGORIES (PROMOTION) (1995 – 2004) ASSOCIATE CATEGORY MANAGER (PROMOTION) (1994 – 1995) ? Responsible for branding, pricing, advertising, supply chain, new product development, financial planning and all aspects of buying and marketing categories to Associate Dealers and end consumer valued at $250 million dollars in sales and $75 million in profitability. Reported to DVP, GMM. ? Identified opportunity in $ 50 million cycling category to sell premium brand SCHWINN bicycles which created market-share gains from independent bike dealers and increased sales by 10% and profitability by 144 bpts. Launch included use of front of company catalogue and TV commercials. ? Identified by Leadership to improve management of several leisure product categories. Through improved sourcing, negotiations, innovation, branding and marketing, grew sales and profits an average of high single digits per annum during this time. EDUCATION Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) – Queen’s University, Kingston, 2004

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Michelle Cunningham Animator and Motion Graphic Artist 2387 Donosa Dr. Rowland Heights, CA • (970) 683-1299 • michelle.c.artistry@live.com Job Target Seeking a position in an animation, graphics and/or a design industry to utilizing my talent, skills and experience for the benefit of the company. Technical Skills • Adobe Master Collection CS4 & 5: Dreamweaver, After Effects, Flash, Premier Pro, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Soundbooth, Bridge • Autodesk Maya 2011 • ZBrush • Windows Applications: Windows XP/Vista, Office, Word, Publisher, Power Point and Excel Education Westwood College Online Campus, Westminster, CO Bachelor of Science in Animation and Multimedia Design March 2007 - May 2011 Honors and Awards • Magna *** Laude graduate • Presidents List and Deans List recipient, 3.71 Cumulative GPA totals • 2011 The Annual Art Center Members’ Exhibit: Grand Junction, Colorado • Winner of the art and essay competition to attend “Gain AIGA National Conference 2010 New York” • Received the “Third Annual Westwood College Student Art Contest 2009” Freelance Experience at MC Artistry Studios LLC mc.artistrystudios@mail.com http://mcartistrystudios.com/home/mc_artistry_studio.html • Designed and developed clients website from conception to its implementation • Created and branded visual solutions for company logo and web site • Developed page layout, navigation, buttons, graphics and icons • Design consistent look and feel with regard to company branding guidelines • Responsible for site management, updates and optimization (SEO) • Web advertising through social media integration Client List (contractual on-call) Graphic/Concept Artist: Pixatplay Animation Studios LLC, Heber City, UT http://www.wix.com/pixatplayanimationst/pixatplay#! July 2011 – Present Developing conceptual unique and appealing characters and background for upcoming projects in addition to all storyboard, and graphic art needs. Graphic Artist: Premier Packaging Supply, Las Vegas, NV July 2011 – Present Graphic Artist / Web Designer; Performance Small Engine, Grand Junction, CO March 2010 – Present www.performancesmallenginegj.com Graphic Artist; Argo Outdoor Sports, Grand Junction, CO December 2009 – Present Graphic Artist; J-Corporation, Chino Hills, CA January 2008 – Present Graphic Artist; Northern Structural Inc., Castro Valley, CA August 2007 – Present Experience History Reservations Trainer: Red Rock Resort and Casino, Las Vegas NV March 2006 – August 2007 Apartment Leasing: Ovation Property Management, Henderson, NV May 2004 – March 2006 Front Office Representative: The Venetian, Las Vegas, NV, September 2003 – April 2004 Front Desk Supervisor: MGM Grand Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, NV February 1998 – August 2003 Skills • Effective interpersonal and communication skills, customer service oriented, good organizational and time management abilities. • Positive group and team attitude with leadership abilities. • Strong work ethic and willing to go above and beyond to get the job done right. • Superb traditional life drawing and painting skills. Viewable Online Portfolio http://michellecunninghamartistry.com/index/index.html YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/user/McSleepersMagoo?feature=mhum LinkedIn http://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=27659633&locale=en_US&trk=tab_pro .

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I am a nerd. That being said, nerd's are probably what you need. I an obsessive, intelligent, verbose, and well read. I have done a few thirty thousand word assignments for gaming companies, one of which has gone live, and two more that are due out by the end of the year. In early 2013, a RPG I co-wrote with Michael Pucci should be coming out titled "Project Paradigm". If you require a humorous, nerd minded gaming writer, or somebody to do wacky creative writing, drop me a line! Should be a hoot to work for you!