Blake Stafford
Address: 421 Duncan Chapel Rd Apt 224, Greenville, SC 29617
E-mail: bnstafford.12@gmail.com or blake.stafford2@furman.edu
Tel: 919-638-0977
Professional info
A hard-working, focused, and committed student aspiring to become a journalist.
Work experience
The Odyssey at Furman
June 2015-present
For the Furman edition of The Odyssey, I am an Assistant Social Media Director and a Student Writer. My responsibilities include maintaining the Pinterest account along with other social media accounts relevant to the site, making sure the articles are shared on each social media platform, and writing one article per week.
Dulce Cafe and Gelato
May 2013-present
At Dulce, I am the combination of a cashier, barista, and server. I take orders, make and pour drinks, and serve food to customers. Other responsibilities include cleaning, rolling silverware, updating the website, and overall upkeep and supply of the restaurant.
Furman University Trone Student Center
January 2013 - present
As a student manager in the Trone Student Center, my responsibilities include setting up for events, making sure all AV equipment is set up and working, fixing any problems that come up, customer service, and supervising the student staff.
Hanna Andersson
May 2013 - December 2014
My duties as a sales associate were to fold and hang merchandise, answer phones as well as make calls to other stores and customers, check online for merchandise not in the store, setting the floor, dressing mannequins, cleaning, and customer service.
Tomato Jake's Pizzeria
May 2013-June 2014
As a cashier, my responsibilities were to take orders, put slices in the oven, make deliveries, and send food out to the correct customers. Other duties included cleaning and overall upkeep and supply of the restaurant.
Moonberries Frozen Yogurt
October 2011-March 2013
As a cashier, my responsibilities were to give samples if asked, restock all toppings, and take orders at the register. Other duties included cleaning and overall upkeep and supply of the store.
Durham Bulls Athletic Park
May 2009 - August 2012
For all four summers of high school, I was a member of Explorer Post 50. This is an internship for high school students that teaches the fundamentals of broadcast journalism. My job was to set up and break down cameras and film the games with the cameras or work another position such as graphics or VTR.
Durham Academy Summer Programs
June 2006-present
As a teaching assistant, my main job is to make sure the children are playing nicely and resolve any conflicts that arise. I also help with daily projects and cleanup.
Languages
English
Spanish
Skills
Microsoft Office
Adobe Photoshop Elements
Adobe Premiere Elements
Audacity
Web Design
Copywriting and Editing
Researching
Camera Operation
AV Operation
Event Planning and Setup
Presentations
Customer Service
Organization
2010 - present
2010 - present
Education
Furman University
2012 - present
Study Away Faculty Committee, 2015-2016
Study Abroad in Madrid, Fall 2014
Dean's List, 2012-2013 and 2014-2015
Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society
Kappa Kappa Gamma, Eta Alpha Chapter