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© 2007 Kari Bovasso

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Wednesday, May 9

 
 
 
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SKILLS

LAN/PC Configuration, Typing 40wpm, Microsoft FrontPage, Microsoft PowerPoint, Windows 9x/NT/2000/XP/2003 Server, MySQL, PHP, PHPBB, SMF Forums, Zen-Cart , LAN & WAN, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Office Suite, Client-Server, desktop support, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks Pro, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Windows 2000 Server, Microsoft Project, HTML, Photoshop, Illustrator, FTP, Visio Flow Charting

 
SELECTED EXPERIENCE
Freelance Consultant/Web Designer/Sound Editor
BC Media La Habra, CA 2/2003 - Present
I research and form client and vendor contracts. Design and maintain websites (including shopping carts and mailing lists). The programs used include Adobe Photoshop 7, AnimFX, WSFTP, Asymetrix Web3D and Xara3D. I procure equipment and negotiate contracts for advertising, and with clients. I create newspaper and other advertising campaigns, including product demonstrations for potential customers, partners and investors. I work with external marketing, design firms and graphics designers to develop products that are both aesthetically pleasing and meet the performance requirements of the Internet. I worked with ProTools on a Macintosh System 8.4 to edit sound files for a Japanese-based firm's video game (Samurai Warrior - Characters: Kunoichi, Masamune Date, and Nagamasa Azai).

Quality Assurance Supervisor
IRC Technologies, Inc. - Santa Ana, CA 8/2001- 3/2004
I assured proper product use and application for new construction and/or repairs to both roofing and waterproofing per manufacturer specifications. I supervised and communicated between roofing application crew, general construction contractor, and consultants. I performed first-level analysis and problem resolution with daily reports. I trained new inspectors in report writing, application, and recognition of problem areas and correct product usage.

IT Internship - DeVry
Buena Vista High School (BVHS) - Corona, CA 11/2002 - 3/2003
I resolved existing problems with network, desktop, printing, and software issues, including Internet access issues, as well as application interface issues. I conducted first-level analysis, escalating unresolved problems to second and third-level Technology personnel and/or vendors. I documented resolutions and/or network changes for future reference. I assisted the technology staff in configuration, installation, and maintenance of desktops on campus. I reported common failures and issues within the network and/or software applications. Worked with Desktop Support Staff and vendors to replace or upgrade systems, modify configurations or software applications, and revised end-user procedures. I assisted in hardware asset management to tag, track and manage all physical desktop assets.

Manager/Bookkeeper
Angeles Shooting Ranges, Inc. Lake View Terrace, CA 7/1996 - 1/2000
I cut inventory losses by 150% by end-of-year figures for three years saving over $4,000 in losses. I began company recycling program cutting costs for disposal by 30% for two years. I created over 200 spreadsheets and customer tracking data for over 4,200 customers; payroll, cost, and utilization tracking for supplies and utilities and other company assets. I handled all aspects of customer service and safety including writing rules and regulations for the entire facility.

 

 
EDUCATION
Dual Masters Degree in Business Administration (MBA) and Project Management (MPM), Certificate in e-Commerce
Keller Graduate School of Management - Pomona, CA - Expected 9/2008
Major courses include business management, quality control, marketing, entrepreneurship, leadership and organization.
 

Bachelor of Science in Telecommunications Management
DeVry University of Southern California - Pomona, CA 6/2003
Concentration of major courses included networking, communications, telephone system management software and PC configuration.
Dean's List, Honors Society, ITMA Club.
Graduated with Honors while working full-time - Magna Cum Laude. GPA: 3.72/4.0

 
 
 
 
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