Work Experience
IBM – CIO Co-Op Project Manager (May 2013 to Present)
Electronic Support Transformation –
-Project/Product Manager responsibilities for multiple client self assist solutions for web & mobile. Primary project is Worklight based hybrid mobile application for client self-service technical support to all IBM Customers worldwide.
-See projects from concept through funding to deployment — drove multiple initiatives for the mobile app including requirements gathering, function prioritization, collaborate with UX team, day-to-day communications with the development teams & internal stakeholders, track internal & external issues & risks, competitor product analysis, and report project timeline and WBS to upper management. Deploy worldwide self-service support solutions to global IBM customers. Awards: “Innovator”, “Wild Duck”, & “Managers Choice Award”.
Wise Owl Media Co. – Founder, VP of Technology (2010 to Present)
As I was consistently getting requests to do websites and graphic design work in high school, I decided to start a freelance media technology company. Playing off of the Temple University Owl, I decided to name it Wise Owl Media Company. To expand the expertise of services, I have added to my team design specialists, copywriters, software developers, and multimedia producers to provide exceptional service for a fraction of the price. Our specialties include:
> web design, develop, and SEO
> technology consulting
> mobile site & app development
> video promotions & commercials
> advertisement & graphic design
> copywriting
> online promotions
> product launches
> social media
> press releases
Some of our team’s projects include:
- Bud Light (video promotion)
- Bud Platinum (video promotion)
- Medford Township Police Department – Website
- Erodr (app) – Graphic Design
- Jagermeister (video and event promotion)
- Temple University (Homecoming Website)
- Insurance Solutions (Website)
- P.W. Drapery & I.D Marketing (Package & Print Design, Marketing Strategy)
- Sodexo Campus Services (Website Design, Technology Consulting)
- Honor Refreshment Services / Refreshments Plus (Marketing and Technology Consulting Project)
- …and more
Protocall Technology – Lead Sourcing Specialist / Jr. IT Recruiter
I originally accepted my position as an Internship with Protocall. Protocall is a locally owned Temporary, Direct Hire and Contract Staffing employer, with specialities in Healthcare, Business and Information Technology. Through my internship I have learned how to source and recruit candidates using unique methods, review detailed job descriptions, and screen candidates to identify their skills and qualifications related to IT related positions. I am familiar with a variety IT positions in areas such as:
- Application & Web Services
- Systems Administration & Networking
- Software Testing & Development
- Technical Project Management / Business Analysis
- Infrastructure & Data Solutions
- Database Development & Administration
- Systems Engineering
Some of my responsibilities include:
- -Identifying viable candidates using a variety of creative approaches, including online job boards, targeted Internet searches, Alumni listings, professional association websites, cold calling, complex Boolean Searches, professional and social networking.
- -Sourcing candidates, present qualifications to hiring managers, conduct phone interviews, schedule interviews through MS Outlook, and administer testing procedures for all qualified candidates.
- -Handle the task of maintaining candidates and newly hired employee records in the Applicant Tracking System.
- -Evaluate the technical abilities of candidates for particular positions.
Outstanding Achievement: I raised over $70,000 in revenue–even surpassing 33% of the Full Time Recruiters!