Marie Janzen

mjanzen@luc.edu (414) 292-5208 6431 N. Sheridan Rd mailbox # 2505 Chicago, IL 60626 Objective: To secure a position with a well established organization that will allow me to utilize my writing and organizational skills, along with my enthusiasm to work with people.

Education
Loyola University Chicago, IL B.A., in Journalism and B.A., in Political Science, expected May 2014

Professional Experience
Loyola University Office of First-Year Experience Orientation Leader 2012-Present Participated in an internship course that promoted development of leadership style through research, reflection, and experiential learning, while preparing incoming students for college. Learned how to work with campus partners, such as facilities and campus safety. In addition, worked with high school students in a college preparatory program. Cook County Elections Office Equipment Manager 2011-Present Assisted voters by ensuring privacy, anonymity, and troubleshooting any electronic equipment at assigned locations with 3 or 4 other individuals. Followed procedures for closing polls and delivered results to polling stations for the specified district. Castillos Family Restaurant Hostess/Server 2009-2010 Provided an inviting environment by greeting customers with a smile, taking orders promptly, making sure to give a great customer service experience by presenting orders in a timely manner and adhering to restaurant policies. Prepared the morning shift by doing a variety of tasks when closing. Northern Petroleum Services Secretary/Receptionist 2007-2009 Used time management to get a variety of tasks done, which included greeting clientele, answering the phone, filing receipts and statements, and mailing payment notices, bills, and promotional material.

Journalism Experience
Sword and Shield Editor/Contributing Writer/Layout Designer Loyola Student Dispatch Contributing Writer LUChameleon Contributing Writer/Multimedia Editor 2006-2010 2011-Present 2011-Present

Volunteer experience
Sarahs Circle 2011-Present Facilitated activities, such as manicures and art projects with the women every Friday from 2pm-5pm.

Organizations
Loyola for Chicago Chicago Democrats Loyola Refugee Outreach 2011-Present 2010-Present 2010-Present

Skills
Adobe: Photoshop, Imageready, InDesign Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Familiar with HTML Familiar with Social Platforms: Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Wordpress