S a m a n t h a S t e v e n s

C.E. 457510 Calle 62 #4-24 Apto. 202, Bogotá D.C.

Mobile: +57 (304) 610-5648 SamStevens264@gmail.com

SUMMARY My objective is to use my analytical and organizational skills in order to set, assess, and accomplish goals. Experience has taught me how to communicate honestly with people of a diverse background, and how to conceptualize and execute objectives based on identified needs of a group or individuals. In addition, leadership skills were honed to bring people together in an engaging manner, and to adapt to any situation. I pride myself in my ability to multi-task and prioritize, as well as my professionalism, efficiency, creative problem solving skills and the ability to make sense of data and find patterns where no one else can.

SKILLS COMMUNICATION

• Native English Speaker • Advanced Conversational/Business Spanish • Basic German • Exceptional verbal and non-verbal interpretation

ANALYSIS

• Able to make sense of complex data sets, find patterns and give meaningful insights

COMPUTER

• Knowledgeable in Apple and Microsoft operating systems, Microsoft Works Suite including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe InDesign, Access, Adobe PDF

OTHERS

• Recognizing patterns of behavior and their appropriate applications

• Multi-tasking and Organization

EXPERIENCE

PRIVATE TEACHER Bogota, D.C., Colombia

English Teacher 12/2013 to present Work with groups and individuals to identify each client’s unique and individual needs and learning styles and develop a customized teaching strategy. Clients vary in their level of English, age, and profession. Additionally, body language and verbal cues are interpreted to recognize if the client requires more explanation without directly asking; this discretion is extremely important especially when working with professionals.

EDUCAR Siberia, Cundinamarca, Colombia

Editor 03/2014 to 01/2015 Editing of English learning textbooks for style, cohesion, and to ensure that all proposed activities followed the teaching and learning guidelines proposed by the company. When these items were not met, recommendations of exercises or topics to pursue were given. All projects were successfully completed in accordance with the proposed timeline.

THE COCA-COLA COMPANY

Whitestone, NY, U.S.A. Sales and Marketing Intern – East End 06/2010 to 09/2012 Responsibilities included promotion of products (VitaminWater and SmartWater) which entailed coordinating with team members to establish high-energy sampling events, as well as the assurance of customer and store manager. Other duties included organizing daily routes to visit points of sale, facilitating meetings with District and Regional Managers to provide feedback in regards to the success of sampling events and store sales; all of these responsibilities were conducted with minimal direct supervision. Through productive and efficient marketing, sales goals for my territory were achieved and various marketing strategies implemented in other territories.

S. STEVENS

STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY Stony Brook, NY, U.S.A.

Resident Assistant 04/2011 to 05/2012 Intensive training was received on: diversity, program planning and community building in order to initiate and plan social and educational programs targeted to the specific needs of residents that aligned with the values of the university, while creating open relationships built on trust between the Resident Assistants and the students. Competitions based on teamwork and collaboration skills were organized between each of the university’s resident halls to allow each group of resident assistants to work together as a team while highlighting their individual strengths in order to develop a winning strategy. A safe and comfortable living environment for the 36 students directly supervised—and 432 students indirectly supervised—living in the residence hall was achieved.

BANANA REPUBLIC, GAP INC. Riverhead, NY, U.S.A.

Men’s Special ist 05/2007 to 06/2010 The responsibilities of a Men's Specialist included organization, documentation, and merchandising of the men's section, effectively and professionally handling customer issues in compliance with store policies, and improving productivity and sales performance. Working in retail required teamwork, as well as clear and effective communication skills with a diverse range of people (both coworkers and customers) in order to increase sales and create the salesperson-client relationship to maintain the 80/20 business model.

EDUCATION BACHELOR OF ARTS: Linguistics August 2009 – May 2013 Stony Brook University , Stony Brook, NY, U.S.A.

• Major in Linguistics with a German Literature minor. Member of: German Club, Linguistics Club, National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Sigma Beta Honor Society, and Golden Key International Honor Society.

• Graduated with the honors of Magna Cum Laude; G.P.A. 3.83 • Well-rounded and diverse coursework on the research and investigation levels • Worked as a Resident Assistant to build a sense of community and initiate change on campus

LANGUAGE CERTIFICATE: German August 2010 Universität Konstanz, Konstanz, Bodensee, Germany

• Four week study abroad program with German language immersion, as well as this history of Konstanz and its political and economic significance.

ART, DESIGN & VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS September 2007 – June 2009 Eastern-Suffolk BOCES, Bellport, NY, U.S.A.

• 2-year, afternoon program designed to teach select students about art (digital and traditional medias), design theories, applications and layouts in relation to logo design, branding, advertising campaigns and social media, as well as color theory, and word and color association

• Achievements included: o 1st Place - SkillsUSA Long Island District Advertising Competition (2008), SkillsUSA New York Advertising

Competition (2008), SkillsUSA Long Island District Advertising Competition (2009), SkillsUSA New York Advertising Competition (2009), SkillsUSA New York Chapter Display Competition (2009),

o 3rd Place – SkillsUSA New York Chapter Display Competition (2008), Best on Long Island Advertising Competition – Vanderbilt Museum & Planetarium (2009)

o Placed – SkillsUSA National Chapter Display Competition (2009)

S. STEVENS

REFERENCES

Elena Nieves (Famil iar) Calle 62 #4-24 Apto 701 Bogotá D.C. +57 (312) 374-1713 +57 757-4268 Jairo Nieves (Famil iar and Commercial) Father-in-Law, Propietario Clan Nieves Calle 62 #4-24 Of. 101 Bogotá, D.C. +57 (310) 256-9375 +57 345-9147 +57 347-5628 Diane Douglas (Commercial) Head of Store Banana Republic 200 Tanger Mall Drive Suite 1700 Riverhead, NY +1 (631) 727-0919

Federico Quintero (Commercial and Personal) Vice President Quinteros S.A. Calle 30a No 6 - 22 Piso 32 Bogotá, D.C. +57 743-6830 +57 (310) 680-0198 Si lv ia McWhirter (Commercial and Personal) Manager Barney’s New York 200 Tanger Mall Drive +1 (631) 369-7700 +1 (631) 219-9785 Fernando Gonzalez (Personal) Médico - Fisiatría Méderi Bogotá, D.C. +57 560-0520 +57 (311) 229-9910