The document is a visual resume for Joe Williams. It summarizes his background, skills, experiences, and interests. Williams has a BA in political science and has worked in communications roles at several companies, including Capital One and Genworth Financial. He has experience writing newsletters, leadership messages, and managing websites and communications. Williams also has political campaign experience from working for a Congressman and at a government affairs firm. His resume emphasizes skills like writing, problem solving, and building relationships.
5. Can be given little to no direction
on a task and flourish
Strong writing skills
Assertive problem solver
Friendly demeanor which puts others at ease
Strong work ethic with a “can do” attitude
`Skills
6. Education
from
I have a B.A. in Political Science
(#5th ranked public university in the nation)
7. Experience
Compose leadership messages for vice presidents and directors.
Utilize storytelling through leadership messages, newsletter articles, and
personal interest stories to inspire and excite program members during the
9-month deployment.
Owner of the program’s intranet page, that has gained recognition as one of
the leading company intranet pages.
Maintain the program distribution list, editorial calendar
and communication templates.
Currently I work at Capital One in Richmond, VA. As a senior
communications specialist I write and disseminate communications to
more than 500 associates on Capital One Bank’s largest program team,
utilizing various mediums i.e.; newsletters, intranet, emails, leadership
messages, and executive status reports.
8. Experience
Responsible for the writing, production, compliance review, and distribution of
internal communications to over 6,000 employees, and externally to 50,000
agents.
Organized and distribute communication materials for quarterly earnings calls,
global all employee meetings, and June Global Month of Service.
Leader of 10 member cross-functional team that successfully created a new
benefits intranet site ahead of schedule, making it easier for employees to
locate benefits and resources available.
Previously I worked at Genworth Financial headquartered in Richmond,
VA. I collaborated with the internal team to develop and help manage
the flow of content across communications platforms to fulfill
integrated communications strategies
9. Coalition Building
Policy Campaigns
Grassroots Advocacy Media Development
I’ve also worked at Capital Results developing the
government affairs and public relations
for major industrial companies in the areas of retail,
tobacco, technology and energy.
Experience
10. Other Experiences
Congressman Rob Wittman
Danville Regional Foundation
Riverside Health System
Congressional Aide
May 2010 - August 2010
Consultant
January 2010 - May 2010
Corporate Communications Intern
May 2009 - August 2009
11. RESULTS
Implemented hotel advertisement campaign in 34 local
hotels that increased bottom-line for Riverside
Identified best practice for Danville that
was later incorporated into master plan
Won policy issues for local businesses
with contentious issues while at Capital Results
Planned job fair for constituents and
put them in contact with 38 local
employers for Congressman Wittman
13. RESULTS
Eagle Scout Project raised over $1,000
for a battered women’s shelter
Worked with university to implement “green” initiatives
Visited with children and their families
in the hospital to make them feel
better as a cheerleader
Organized1st
annual homecoming events that over 4,000
students participated in, collected 2 tons of recyclable
material and raised over $2,000 for charity
14. other things I’ve done
YMCA Youth Sports Instructor YMCA Child Watch
Banquet Server Kingsmill Resort Server
University Tour GuideMENTOR Richmond member