Benjamin Marshalkowski
165 Valley View Dr.
South Windsor, CT 06074
(860) 550-3099
marshalkowski@gmail.com
www.marshalkowski.com
Education:
University of Miami, Coral Gables, Fla.
Bachelor of Science in Communication, May 2008
Majors: Advertising and Creative Writing; Minor: Marketing
Relevant Coursework: Graphics for Promotional Media, Promotional Writing, Advanced Advertising Writing and Design, Advertising Campaigns, Web Production
Experience:
Martino & Binzer, Avon, Conn.
Freelance Copywriter, June 2008 – Present
- Write advertisements for clients
- Help develop new campaigns and advertisements
Copy Writing Intern, May 2007 – August 2007
- Write advertisements for clients
- Help develop new campaigns and advertisements
- Update online advertising and marketing projects
Jonathan and Williams, East Windsor, Conn.
Advertising Intern, May 2006 – August 2006
- Create and update layouts for recruitment ads
- Select and apply stock images to ads
- Prepare ads for delivery to publications
Activities:
- Participant, 2008 National Student Advertising Competition
- Co-President and Co-Founder, PRADUM Student-Run Advertising Agency
- Participant, 2007 National Student Advertising Competition
- 2007 Rising Star in Advertising, University of Miami
- Treasurer and Secretary, Ad Group
- Mark of Excellence, Society of Professional Journalists
- Eagle Scout; Boy Scouts of America
- “Just Kidding,” University of Miami Improv Group
- Head Editor, “Off-The-Wire,” Late Night Style Television Program, UMTV
Skills:
- Proficient in Windows and Macintosh systems
- Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Proficient with Photoshop, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Final Cut Pro