NIC DOWNS

25551 Goldenspring Drive Dana Point, CA 92629

Telephone: (949) 371-1882 E-mail: nic.downs@yahoo.com
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
A combination of specialized education and applied experience has resulted in excellent qualifications as a
WRITER, EDITOR, and TUTOR. Possess superb communications, with demonstrated talents in public
speaking, writing, and interacting with diverse audiences. Utilize strong organizational and time-management
skills in the coordination of multi-task responsibilities. Aware of the need for quality customer service, with the
ability to meet and exceed client expectations. Resourceful and highly reliable, with a strong work ethic.
Key Strengths Include:

Wrote, narrated, and filmed an award-winning Public Service Announcement on the Constitution.
Adept at using YouTube, website advertisements, and SEO to maximize Internet traffic.
Interface effectively with clients and co-workers from all cultural backgrounds.

Work well independently, as part of a collaborative team effort, or in a leadership position.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

B.A. Degree/Communications California Baptist University - Riverside, CA

Special Project: Reviewed multiple learning styles and analyzed cultural differences. Created
teaching methods to appeal to the largest possible audience.

Participated in debates and uploaded them to YouTube. Managed outlines, filming, and editing.

Wrote, narrated, and filmed a Public Service Announcement on the US Constitution;

Won the 2011 Constituting America contest for Best PSA (College Category).

General Education Courses Saddleback College - Mission Viejo, CA

Member of the Honors Club & Italian Club Tutored Italian through the Learning Assistance Program (LAP)
Graduate Saddleback Christian Academy - Mission Viejo
Member of Toastmasters, Speech & Debate Team, Newspaper & Yearbook
Computer Skills: Windows & Apple/Mac OS Linux Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook Scheduler
MS Works Photoshop SEO Internet Research Keyboarding to 60 wpm
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TUTOR / INTERPRETER Self-Employed
Teach Italian to individuals and groups. Prepare lesson plans. Instruct students in both speaking and
writing the language. Advise missionaries on cultural customs. Served as an Italian interpreter for
the world-famous artist Pietro Piccoli during his 2013 exhibition in Laguna Beach. (2007 to Present)
MEDIA CONSULTANT / WRITER Various Organizations & Assignments
Research and write content for the website of Dogs Without Borders, a Los Angeles-based dog
rescue mission. Write e-books on a variety of topics and market them through social media and
advertisements. Implement SEO strategies to maximize exposure and expand market reach.
Wrote articles on kitchen appliances and their key features for TextBroker.com as part of a 2010
contract assignment. (2012 to Present)
VOLUNTEER Coast Hills Community Church (Aliso Viejo) & Campus Crusade for Christ
Assisted with childrens ministries at Coast Hills Community Church. Participated in mission trips to
Spain and Mexico through Coast Hills, and to Trinidad & Tobago, South Africa, Swaziland, and
Mozambique through Campus Crusade. (2000 to 2008)
Multilingual: Fluent in English (native) & Italian; Conversational Spanish & French
REFERENCES / PORTFOLIO: Available upon Request

OPEN TO TRAVEL/RELOCATION