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May 5, 2013 Denise Mercier Living-Learning Coordinator Florida State University 600 W College Ave. Tallahassee, FL, 32306 Dear Ms. Mercier, As a recently admitted freshman at Florida State University, I believe that I would be a great candidate for the University’s Living-Learning Community Leader. Please accept my resume for review and consideration for the position. The Living-Learning Community program encourages college students to come together as a community and learn more about their majors with other students. I would be a great LLC Leader because of my people skills and prior experience in the work force. The role would be perfect for me because I have had many positions in high school that have helped me grow as an individual and have out me in a leadership position. I am applying for this job mainly due to my camp counselor job. I have realized the responsibility of leading a grow of people and am ready to take on the challenge of being an LLC Leader. Being an LLC Leader would allow me to guide college students into the right major that is perfect for them. It will allow me ample opportunities to be a positive role model and a contributing member of the university. Although my resume shows my prior experience and skills, I truly believe a personal interview will convince you fully that I am perfect for this job. I would appreciate the time to meet with you at a time most continent for you. I look forward to hearing from you. Respectfully Yours,
Delaney Seacord Enclosed: resume
OBJECTIVE: To further my education and be a contributing member of Florida State University’s Living-Learning Community.
EDUCATION:
Completed three years at William R. Boone High School, Graduation Date: May 29, 2014, GPA: 4.3
EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:
Legend yearbook staff member, Boone High School -August 2012 to present. Take pictures for layout, write body copy, practice interviewing skills and meet deadlines throughout the year. I am also Adobe Photoshop Cs.6 Certified, which we use on a daily basis, as well as Adobe Bride and Adobe InDesign Lifeguard, Lake Nona YMCA -August 2012 to present. CPR, First Aid, AED and Lifeguard certification. Maintained a clean and safe environment for all patrons. We also have monthly In-services to keep up with our safety skills, work on teamwork and condition our bodies to stay in shape Camp Counselor, Lake Nona YMCA -August 2013 to present. Includes watching children from ages 4 to 10 after school, helping them with homework, engaging in organized physical activities outside and being a positive role model. Law Internship, Ringer, Henry, Buckley and Seacord, P.A. -November 2012-Febuary 2013. Studied the practices of attorney Alan Mirelman and assisted his daily activities. Performed responsibilities in the office and courtroom and acted as his assistant and secretary.
RELEVANT HIGH SCHOOL STUDIES:
Journalism I and II, English I, II, III honors, AP English Literature and Composition, Civics, Comprehensive Law, Court Procedures, AP American Government and Politics.
HONORS, AWARDS, MEMBERSHIPS:
FSPA Spring 2013 Excellent Student Life spread, “Passion for Politics” Boone High Law Magnet Program, Boone High School -August 2010 to present. Includes a four year academic plan that studies civics, court procedures, current events and American government National Honor Society, Boone High School -November 2012 to present. An organization that is based on leadership, service and academic excellence.
REFERENCES:
Renee Burke, Legend Yearbook Advisor of William R. Boone High School, Renee.burke@ocps.net, 407-443-8451 Matthew Porter, Aquatics Director of Lake Nona YMCA, mporter@cfymca.org, 407-234-8820 Alan P. Mirelman, Attorney at Law at Ringer, Henry, Buckley and Seacord, P.A., amirelman@ringerhenry.com, 407492-0402
When I was a freshman, I read the yearbook and thought about all the work that was put in and I admired everyone that contributed. My desire to be on yearbook only increased sophomore year when my sister was accepted onto the newspaper staff. Although they are not the same class and they have different responsibilities, they are part of the Boone Publication team and I got to observe the daily activities of these students. After school, I would wait for my sister to finish her work and I would quietly watch all the teenagers working hard to meet their deadlines. I love the atmosphere in the publication room and wanted to be part of the fun. I have learned so much in the course this year. My knowledge and expertise about deadlines have increased immensely. I made six out of seven deadlines throughout the year. Last year, I only made one deadline and I struggled throughout the year with time management and trying to make my deadlines. This year, I learned how to properly manage my time effectively and to be a responsible staffer. I have also learned about dedication to the book. During the band season, I went to every game and competition to try and get the best pictures possible. I believe that the band page was my best photography, and I can only attribute that to dedication. Lastly, I learned about teamwork. In deadline seven, I worked with another student and I had to work hard to try and make the teamwork flow. It was difficult but I knew I had to power through and out effort into working together as a unit. By the end of the deadline, I learned so much about teamwork and working together with other students. All these skills will be helpful in the future because deadlines, dedication and teamwork are all important factors in the real world. All of these skills will help me thrive in an adult job. I was an asset to the yearbook staff because I worked hard to make all my deadlines and I always fulfilled my responsibilities. No one ever had to do the work that was assigned to me and I always tried my best to help people in need. I also added laughter and humor to the year.
To me, my most significant piece is the Marching Band page. This page was very difficult to complete but the final product was very satisfying. My purpose for this piece was to make deadline and to construct a page that would reflect the best light on the Sound of the Braves. The pictures for the page did not evolve very much because I was happy with the pictures I took form the beginning. The body copy, on the other hand, evolved very much. It improved highly from the very first draft that I turned in. Taking pictures was difficult because halftime shows are very short and the field is dark. The best pictures I got was from competition pictures. I learned that you have to plan early and start thinking about the next deadline before it starts. I went to many football games and practices before my deadline even began. It was a great learning experience. I love this page because of the photography. The pictures I took were all great quality and I am very proud of it. I also loved the body copy because it flowed well and was interesting to read.
Y15: Sports Action Photo I would like this photo to represent me because it is great quality and their is action going on. The swimmer is in focus and he is very clear. Also, the lap lanes serve as leading lines. I just love this photo of mine.
Y1: Feature Writing Student Life I want this copy to represent me because it flows very well. I think the quotes were great to support my writing and I think that my copy was interesting. I enjoyed writing and reading this body copy.
Y18: Feature photo I want this picture to represent me because it was the dominant photo on my band page. I loved my band page and this was the best photo I took. The quality is great and the player is in focus.
This class has been a massive learning experience for me. Over the last three years in this classroom, I have learned an immense amount of knowledge about InDesign and Photoshop. I have grown this year because I made a more visually appealing portfolio. In the beginning of my first year, I was nervous and I wasn’t sure that I could handle this class. I never felt like I was truly cut out for the yearbook staff. This reflected in my first portfolio. I played it safe by making a simple portfolio that I knew I could accomplish. Over the last two years, I became more confident and comfortable with the techniques. Over the span of the last year, I learned more InDesign tools and became more comfortable using these skills. The first year, I only used a stamp for my design. It was the most simple design that a staffer can create. I was unsure that I could make anything more creative of that and I was nervous to push the boundaries. Also, my writing was full of fluff. I added information that was not necessary and I needed to get to the point. This year, I have a more intricate design. Granted, it is not as complicated as other staffers but I believe that I have grown from last year. Also, I have learned to write more compactly. I learned to get to the point and focus on what is important. Also, looking at my clips, I am much more proud of my work in the book. I love my pages and I think that my yearbook skills have grown. I am 1000% more proud of my contributions to the book this year. I cannot believe my growth in the classroom over the last three years.
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