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Benjamin Marshalkowski
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:
Outthink, Essex, Conn.
Writer, July 2008 – Present

• Write advertisements for clients
• Help develop new campaigns and advertisements

Martino & Binzer, Avon, Conn.
Freelance Copywriter, June 2008 – July 2008

• Write advertisements for clients
• Help develop new campaigns and advertisements

Keiler and Company, Farmington, Conn.
Copywriting 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:

• Member, Ad Club of Western Massachusetts
• 2008 Excellence in Advertising Award, University of Miami
• 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