Jennine Dodd's Resume

 

Berwick, Victoria 3806 Australia

Overview

Through my academic and practical experience I have many years experience in the media and communication industries. After graduating from a Bachelor of Arts with majors in journalism and marketing I spent approximately four years refining my skills in communication and administration within the local government sector. During that time I also completed a postgraduate certificate in public relations.

In 2004, I relocated to Canada and took up the position of editor for a 40-page monthly business magazine that serviced a community of over 300,000 people. Upon returning to Australia in 2007, I have focused my attention on my family and at present I am in the process of returning to tertiary education to complete my masters in professional communications.

I am currently seeking freelance opportunities within the media and communication industries.

Achievements

Some of my major achievements include working my way through the ranks of administration officer to communications officer, all the way up to editor-in-chief of a monthly magazine.

During my time as editor I commissioned our production staff to redesign the layout and update the artwork to convey a more modern, professional appeal. As well as sourcing more interesting and well-known subject material, I was responsible for the increase of pages from 40 to 44 due to the renewed interest it garnered and the demand for more advertising space the redesign generated.

Career History

May 2004 - Jun 2007

Company name:In Business Magazine
Location:Windsor, Canada
Industry:Advertising & Media
Company size:51-200 employees
Company web site:http://inbusinesswindsor.com
    
Job Title:Editor
Job Type:Full-Time
Position Department:Media, Advertising, Arts & Entertainment
Closest Job Role:Journalism & Copywriter
Detailed Description:Responsible for the publication of a 44-page monthly business magazine from article-idea generation, to article writing and the management of freelance writers as well as production and design staff.

Mar 2001 - Jan 2004

Company name:City of Greater Dandenong
Location:Springvale, Australia
Industry:Advertising & Media
Company size:501-1000 employees
Company web site:http://greaterdandenong.com
    
Job Title:Communications Officer
Job Type:Full-Time
Position Department:PR & Communications
Closest Job Role:Government, Public & Regulatory Affairs Consultant
Detailed Description:Responsible for creating media releases, news stories for community newsletter, and speeches. Also responsible for event coordination, intranet and internet content maintenance and updates, media monitoring and marketing strategies.

Jan 1998 - Nov 2000

Company name:Adtec Services
Location:Highett, Australia
Industry:Trades & Services
Company size:51-200 employees
    
Job Title:Newsletter Editor/Administration Officer
Job Type:Full-Time
Position Department:Admin/Office Support
Detailed Description:Responsible for producing a bi-monthly newsletter for management and staff, as well as routine administration tasks such as event coordination, reception work and maintaining an efficient office environment.

Education & Training

Mar 2001 - Nov 2001

Institution:Deakin University
Institution Type:University
Location:Australia
Course Name:Postgraduate Certificate in Public Relations

Mar 1995 - Nov 2000

Institution:Deakin University
Institution Type:University
Location:Australia
Course Name:Bachelor of Arts (Journalism & Marketing)

Skills

Business Skills

  • Copy Writing (Advanced - >5 years experience)
  • Editing (Advanced - >5 years experience)
  • Magazine Production (Advanced - 3-4 years experience)
  • Media Release Compliation (Advanced - 2-3 years experience)
  • Proofreading (Advanced - >5 years experience)
  • Speech Writing (Intermediate - 2-3 years experience)
  • Staff Management (Advanced - 3-4 years experience)

Personal Information

Job Seeking Status:Seriously Looking
I am on a notice period (days):  0
I am available from:8th March 2011
Would you relocate for a job?No
Gender:Female
Marital Status:Married
Do I have a drivers license?Yes

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