2012 resume and cv
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2012 Resume and CV of Allen J CochranTRANSCRIPT
Interaction & Service DesignerCURRENT
RECENT PAST
Masters candidate & Course Instructor in design studying user experience, serive design, information architecture and design research as well as Vice President for the graduate student body of the university. Expected graduation Spring, 2012.
The Ohio State University Masters, Design Sept. 2009 - Present
University of Cincinnati Foundation
ArtWorks, Time Warner Cable Gallery
The School of Architecture & Interior Design
Assistant Director, Events Jun. 2007 - Oct. 2009
Gallery Coordinator Mar. 2006 - Jun. 2007
Chief In-house Designer Aug. 2004 – Jun. 2005
SonicRim Junior Research Jun. 2011 - PresentJunior Researcher with international, Columbus-based, user experience design research firm, SonicRim with primary responsibilities to assist in the design, coordination, and execution of user experience testing and protocols
• Design discussion guides• Create research protocol and toolkits
• Moderate and assist in research fielding• Help to translate and develope insights
University of Cincinnati, College of DAAP Bachelors, Fine Arts Sept. 2001 - Jun. 2006
Sinclair Community College
Tecumseh High School
Gallery Coordinator Sept. 2000 - Jun. 2001
Diploma Sept. 1998 - Jun. 2001
EDUCATION
• Cumulative GPA: 3.265• Graduation Date: Jun. 10, 2006
• Concentrations: Painting and Sculpture• Additional Specializations: Art History, Business
• Proudly Cincinnati (capital campaign kick-off)• The Big O (recognition event for Oscar Robertson)• The Hook Up (celebrating artists with disabilities)• 50 Years of Passion (fundraiser/exhibition)• Gloss 1, 2, & 3 (Exhibition for Fashion, Music, & Art)
References available on request.
Curriculum vitae available following this document.
• AIGA, OSU, Co-President• Chair, Comm. & Info. Tech. Committee (CGS)• Delegate, OSU Council of Graduate Students (CGS)• DAAP, School of Art Director’s Circle• Overall Outstanding DAAP Senior Award 2006• Presidential Leadership Medal of
Excellence Finalist, 2006
EVENT & EXHIBITION HIGHLIGHTS AWARDS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Frame360 Freelance Designer Jun. 2010 - Dec. 2010Freelance contract design work with local firm Frame360 with primary dealings concerning marketing pieces for JP Morgan and a local DHL shipping and receiving company.
• Design integrating Adobe CS and Microsoft Office• Print and screen design
• Work on regular deadlines with multiple iterations• Client and company interface experiences
ALLEN J COCHRAN | COLUMBUS, OHIO | (513) 549 1554 | [email protected] | WWW.ALLENJCOCHRAN.COM
The Ohio State University Vice President, Graduate Student Body Sept. 2009 - Present
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Welcome & Thank You
Thank you for taking the time to review my curriculum vitae. In participating in any project, I bring enthusiasm and the careful eye of a service and interaction designer. It is my creative background that forces me to think critically, solve problems efficiently, and provide research experience to any project. I appreciate your time and efforts and look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
ALLEN JCOCHRAN
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Curriculum Vitae Contents
BRIEF BIOGRAPHY
CURRENT
EDUCATION
TEACHING
PROFESSIONAL
EXHIBITION
EVENT PRODUCTION
SPECIAL PROJECTS
ORGANIZATIONS
HONORS / AWARDS
TECHNICAL ABILITIES
ALLEN J COCHRAN
1800 Lafayette PlaceApartment B6Columbus, Ohio 43210
(513) 633-8888
WWW.ALLENJCOCHRAN.COM
Correspondence
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TEACHING
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EXHIBITION
EVENT PRODUCTION
SPECIAL PROJECTS
ORGANIZATIONS
HONORS / AWARDS
TECHNICAL ABILITIES
Brief Biography
Allen received his Bachelor of Fine Arts in the concentrations of Painting and Sculpture in 2006 from The University of Cincinnati College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning. Following his undergraduate career, Allen worked as the Gallery Coordinator of the ArtWorks Time Warner Cable Gallery for a year. In 2007, Allen was recruited to work at The University of Cincinnati Foundation as an event producer and graphic designer.
Currently, Allen is now pursuing his Master of Fine Arts at The Ohio State University in service and interaction design. He is taking classes and writing his thesis while he works in the Ohio State Department of Student Life as the 2011-2012 Vice President of the Council of Graduate Students. He expects to Graduate in with his MFA in the Spring Quarter, 2012.
Allen enjoys collaborating on projects, drawing, taking photographs, walking his dog, surfing the internet, watching movies, and reading in his spare time. For more information or to contact online, visit I Look Good In Design, the work and research blog at allenjcochran.com.
Current Work Experience
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
Department of Design | Master of Fine Arts | Sept 2009 - Present
Masters candidate & Course Instructor in design studying user experience, interaction design, and design research. Expected graduation 2012. Thesis work documentation can be found under my “Research Blog” or by clicking below.
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
Department of Student Life | Vice President of the Council of Graduate Students | June, 2011 – Present
Vice President elected during Spring Quarter, 2011 and responsibilities include coordinating appointments on 102 university committees, overseeing the 94 departmental delegates, planning and executing the annual Edward F. Hayes Graduate Research Forum and generally maintaining the Council of Graduate Students organization.
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EXHIBITION
EVENT PRODUCTION
SPECIAL PROJECTS
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HONORS / AWARDS
TECHNICAL ABILITIES
Education
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
Department of Design | Master of Fine Arts | Sept 2009 - Present
Masters candidate & Course Instructor in design studying user experience, interaction design, and design research. Expected graduation 2012. Thesis work documentation can be found under my “Research Blog” or by clicking below.
UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI, COLLEGE OF DESIGN, ARCHITECTURE, ART AND PLANNING
School of Art | Bacehlor of Fine Arts | 2001 - 2006
Event coordination and interaction design experience with 32 major donor events included A Tribute to Oscar Robertson, the Carl H. Lindner Honors PLUS Anniversary and the James C. Kautz Lecture Series on Economics.
SINCLAIR COMMUNITY COLLEGE
General Education | Non-Degree Work | 2000 - 2001
General education work concurrent with high school junior and senior years. No degree attained.
TECUMSEH HIGH SCHOOL
High School Diploma | 1998 - 2006
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EVENT PRODUCTION
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Teaching Experience
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
Design 573 | 2011
This course provides students with a introduction to web design, web site architecture and design for on screen viewing. During a ten-week quarter, students read and research current web convenstions, html 5, css 3, persona development, scenario creation, and information architecture. Design 573 is a studio based project oriented course with regular lectures that build on the reading and homework assignments. It, like the other classes listed here are part of the design minor curriculum within the Department of Design at The Ohio State University.
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
Design 230 | 2010-2011
This course provides students an with introduction to tools and techniques from design disciplines. The goal is to help students become more innovative thinkers in their own field and at the same time be able to understand and better communicate with designers. It is a studio-based course that is part of the design minor curriculum within the Department of Design at The Ohio State University.
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
Design 202 | 2010
Design 202 builds on Design 201 and concentrates on perspective, narrative and visualizations as they relate to Industrial, Interior and Visual Communication Design. Additionally, this course concentrates on using drafting tools to build skill while continuing to develop freehand competency.
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
Design 201 | 2009
This course was an introduction to freehand drawing as a skill to communicate characteristics of a particular representation as it pertains to Industrial, Interior and Visual Communication Design. Emphasis was placed on observational drawing as a tool to record, analyze and communicate information about natural and man-made subjects.
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BRIEF BIOGRAPHY
CURRENT
EDUCATION
TEACHING
PROFESSIONAL
EXHIBITION
EVENT PRODUCTION
SPECIAL PROJECTS
ORGANIZATIONS
HONORS / AWARDS
TECHNICAL ABILITIES
Professional Experience
SONICRIM
Junior Researcher | 2011 - Present
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY, DEPARTMENT OF STUDENT LIFE
Vice President, Council of Graduate Students | 2011 - Present
FRAME360
Freelance Designer | 2010
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY, DEPARTMENT OF DESIGN
Instuctor | 2009 - Present
THE UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI FOUNDATION
Assistant Director, Events | 2007 - 2009
ARTWORKS, TIME WARNER CABLE GALLERY
Gallery Coordinator | 2006 - 2007
KENNETH COLE PRODUCTIONS
Manager Part Time & Sales Associate | 2006 - 2007
DM PRODUCTIONS
Production Assistant | 2003 - 2006
UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI, COLLEGE OF DAAP,
SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN
Chief In-House Designer | 2004 - 2005
THE INTERNATIONAL SCULPTURE CONFERENCE, CINCINNATI
Director, Media Relations | 2004 - 2005
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EDUCATION
TEACHING
PROFESSIONAL
EXHIBITION
EVENT PRODUCTION
SPECIAL PROJECTS
ORGANIZATIONS
HONORS / AWARDS
TECHNICAL ABILITIES
Professional Experience (continued)
THE MOCKBEE GALLERY, BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Director, Media Relations | 2002 - 2004
UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI, COLLEGE OF DAAP
Intern, Registrar’s Office | 2002 - 2005
GAP INC., SPRINGFIELD
Stock Coordinator, Floor Supervisor | 1999 - 2000
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BRIEF BIOGRAPHY
CURRENT
EDUCATION
TEACHING
PROFESSIONAL
EXHIBITION
EVENT PRODUCTION
SPECIAL PROJECTS
ORGANIZATIONS
HONORS / AWARDS
TECHNICAL ABILITIES
Exhibition Experience
THE HOOK UP
GALLERY COORDINATOR, PREPARATOR | ARTWORKS, TIME WARNER CABLE GALLERY, CINCINNATI, OHIO | FEBRUARY 2007
Exhibition featuring painting by local artists and their hook rug twins created by artists from Visionaries and Voices in Cincinnati
TRANSGRESSIONS: THE WORK OF GREG PENNER AND JENNIFER REISE
GALLERY COORDINATOR, PREPARATOR | ARTWORKS, TIME WARNER CABLE GALLERY, CINCINNATI, OHIO | OCTOBER 2006
Exhibition featured the work of Moorehead State University artist Greg Penner and Jennifer Reis
U GOT 2 B U
GALLERY COORDINATOR, PREPARATOR | ARTWORKS, TIME WARNER CABLE GALLERY, CINCINNATI, OHIO | SEPTEMBER 2006
Exhibition featured a retrospective of local artist Brian Joiner
SHAKE IT
GALLERY COORDINATOR, PREPARATOR | ARTWORKS, TIME WARNER CABLE GALLERY, CINCINNATI, OHIO | JULY 2006
Exhibition featured the work of local graffiti artists
DAAPWORKS 2006
PARTICIPATING ARTIST | CINCINNATI, OHIO | JUNE 2006
Undergraduate senior thesis exhibition
50 YEARS OF PASSION: THE BEN AND HELEN ALLEN COLLECTION
GALLERY COORDINATOR, PREPARATOR | ARTWORKS, TIME WARNER CABLE GALLERY, CINCINNATI, OHIO | MARCH 2006
Exhibition featured over fifty years of African American artwork from the Allen Collection
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BRIEF BIOGRAPHY
CURRENT
EDUCATION
TEACHING
PROFESSIONAL
EXHIBITION
EVENT PRODUCTION
SPECIAL PROJECTS
ORGANIZATIONS
HONORS / AWARDS
TECHNICAL ABILITIES
Exhibition Experience (continued)
GLOSS ME UP
EVENT COORDINATOR AND CHAIR, EXHIBITION, FASHION SHOW AND CONCERT | NEWPORT, KY | MAY 2006
A collaborative art and music exhbition featuring the work of architects, interior designers, local musicians, fashion designers, and artists. This was the third exhibition under the name Gloss.
ONE CHEAP NIGHT
EVENT COORDINATOR AND PARTICIPATING ARTIST | CINCINNATI, OHIO | MARCH 2006
An undergraduate course required exhibition held at a local hotel. All the work in the exhibition responded to the space.
MODERN INCONVENIENCE
PARTICIPATING ARTIST | CINCINNATI, OHIO | DECEMBER 2005
A collaborative art installation with other Cincinnati based fine artists
GLOSS: GLITZ AND GRIME
EVENT COORDINATOR AND CHAIR, EXHIBITION, FASHION SHOW AND CONCERT | CINCINNATI, OHIO | DECEMBER 2005
A collaborative art and music exhbition featuring the work of architects, interior designers, local musicians, fashion designers, and artists. This was the second exhibition under the name Gloss.
FREE FOR ALL
EVENT COORDINATOR AND PARTICIPATING ARTIST | CINCINNATI, OHIO | NOVEMBER 2004
Juried exhibition feature the work of artists from the University of Cincinnati’s, College of DAAP’s, School of Art.
GLOSS
EVENT COORDINATOR AND CHAIR, EXHIBITION, FASHION SHOW AND CONCERT | CINCINNATI, OHIO | MAY 2004
A collaborative art and music exhbition featuring the work of architects, interior designers, local musicians, fashion designers, and artists. This was the first exhibition under the name Gloss.
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BRIEF BIOGRAPHY
CURRENT
EDUCATION
TEACHING
PROFESSIONAL
EXHIBITION
EVENT PRODUCTION
SPECIAL PROJECTS
ORGANIZATIONS
HONORS / AWARDS
TECHNICAL ABILITIES
Exhibition Experience (continued)
IT’S WRONG THAT WE DO THIS
EVENT COORDINATOR AND PARTICIPATING ARTIST | CINCINNATI, OHIO | MAY 2002
Juried exhibition feature the work of artists from the University of Cincinnati’s, College of DAAP’s, School of Art. Exhibition was juried by the Cincinnati Contemporary Arts Center Curator.
A Special Note About Exhibitions
Throughout my undergraduate and professional experience I was fortunate enough to generate enough interest in my curatorial and project management knowledge that I was able to coordinate and curate many exhibitions. However, it is important to note that behind each exhibition was a team of dedicated individuals that made each event possible. Under my direction, these teams coordinated everything from recruitment, registration, installation, and wrap up of each event. Without these individuals, none of these exhibitions would be possible.
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BRIEF BIOGRAPHY
CURRENT
EDUCATION
TEACHING
PROFESSIONAL
EXHIBITION
EVENT PRODUCTION
SPECIAL PROJECTS
ORGANIZATIONS
HONORS / AWARDS
TECHNICAL ABILITIES
Event Production Experience
EDWARD F. HAYES GRADUATE RESEARCH FORUM, 26TH ANNUAL
Planning Chair | The Ohio State University | February 2012
STIR SYMPOSIUM
Sponsorship Chair, Logistics Chair | The Ohio State University | October 2011
COLLEGE OF APPLIED SCIENCE HALL OF FAME
Production Assistant, Site Supervisor, Graphic Designer | University Of Cincinnati | January 2009
WEINEL ENDOWED CHAIR ANNOUNCEMENT
Production Assistant, Site Supervisor, Graphic Designer | University Of Cincinnati And Celestial Restaurant | December 2008
OPENING OF THE CARE / CRAWLEY CENTER
Production Assistant, Site Supervisor | University Of Cincinnati | January 2009
BENEFACTORS DINNER, DEPARTMENT OF DERMATOLOGY
Production Assistant, Site Supervisor, Graphic Designer | University Of Cincinnati | October 2008
PROUDLY CINCINNATI - THE LAUNCH OF THE CAMPAIGN FOR THE
UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI
Production Assistant, Site Supervisor, Design Manager | University Of Cincinnati | October 2008
ENTREPRENEURSHIP CENTER FOR EDUCATION AND RESEARCH, ANNUAL BANQUET
Production Assistant, Site Supervisor, Graphic Designer | University Of Cincinnati | May 2008
CINCINNATI BUSINESS ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
Site Supervisor, Graphic Designer | University Of Cincinnati | March 2008
175TH COLLEGE OF LAW GALA WITH JOHN GRISHAM, UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI
Production Assistant, Site Supervisor, Graphic Designer | Netherland Plaza, Cincinnati | January 2008
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BRIEF BIOGRAPHY
CURRENT
EDUCATION
TEACHING
PROFESSIONAL
EXHIBITION
EVENT PRODUCTION
SPECIAL PROJECTS
ORGANIZATIONS
HONORS / AWARDS
TECHNICAL ABILITIES
Special Projects
STIR SYMPOSIUM
Sponsors Chair, Logistics Chair | The Ohio State University | June 2010 - October 2011
NATIONWIDE USER EXPERIENCE TEAM PROCESS INVESTIGATION
Participating Designer, Researcher | The Ohio State University & Nationwide Insurance | June - August 2010
20UX: TWENTY STUDENTS, TWENTY THOUGHTS ON USER EXPERIENCE
Presenter, Interviewer, Designer | The Ohio State University | May - June 2010
A Special Note About Special Projects
Throughout my graduate experience at Ohio State, I have been fortunate enough to participate in several special projects that have allowed me to apply the academic theory I learned in a professional setting. However, it is important to note that behind each project was a team of dedicated individuals that made each project possible. Without these individuals, none of these exhibitions would be possible.
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BRIEF BIOGRAPHY
CURRENT
EDUCATION
TEACHING
PROFESSIONAL
EXHIBITION
EVENT PRODUCTION
SPECIAL PROJECTS
ORGANIZATIONS
HONORS / AWARDS
TECHNICAL ABILITIES
Professional Organizations
FREE & ACCEPTED MASONS OF OHIO | GOODALE LODGE NO. 372
DEGREE WORK
• EA Degree | April 9, 2010• FC Degree | May 10, 2010• MM Degree | June 19, 2010
OFFICER POSITIONS
• Junior Deacon | 2010 - 2011• Senior Deacon | 2011 - 2012
CHARGES, LECTURES
• MM Charge | August 11, 2010• EA Charge | December 13, 2010• FC Charge | February 14, 2011• FC Charge | February 19, 2011 | Goodale 2011 Inspection
OHIO YORK RITE MASONS
Degree Work
• Mark Master | Saturday, April 9, 2011• Past Master | Saturday, April 9, 2011• Most Excellent Master | Saturday, April 9, 2011• Royal Arch | Saturday, April 9, 2011• Royal Master | Saturday, April 9, 2011• Select Master | Saturday, April 9, 2011• Super Excellent Master | Saturday, April 9, 2011• Knight of the Red Cross | Saturday, October 1, 2011• Knight of Malta | Saturday, October 1, 2011• Knight Templar | Saturday, October 22, 2011
AIGA
Co-President, Ohio State Student Chapter | 2010 - 2011
COLUMBUS SOCIETY OF COMMUNICATING ARTS (CSCA)
Volunteer | 2010
INTERACTION DESIGN ASSOCIATION
Member, Columbus Chapter | April 2010
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EDUCATION
TEACHING
PROFESSIONAL
EXHIBITION
EVENT PRODUCTION
SPECIAL PROJECTS
ORGANIZATIONS
HONORS / AWARDS
TECHNICAL ABILITIES
NATIONAL ASSOCIATON OF GRADATE PROFESSIONAL STUDENTS (NAGPS)
National Director of Communications | 2012
COUNCIAL OF GRADUATE STUDENTS, THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
Vice President | 2011 - 2012
COUNCIAL OF GRADUATE STUDENTS, THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
Chair, The Communications & Information Technology Committee | 2010 - 2011
COUNCIAL OF GRADUATE STUDENTS, THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
Delegate, Department Of Design, And Vice-Chair, Public Relations Committee | 2009 - 2010
SIGMA SIGMA HONORARY MEN’S FRATERNITY
Member, University of Cincinnati | 2006
STUDENT GOVERNMENT, UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI
Internal Holdover Executive Senator, And Delegate, College Of Daap | 2004 - 2006
DAAP UNION
Delegate, Fine Arts Association, And Senator, Daap, Student Government | 2004
FINE ARTS ASSOCIATION
Member And President | 2002 - 2004
Academic & Student Organizations
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EDUCATION
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EXHIBITION
EVENT PRODUCTION
SPECIAL PROJECTS
ORGANIZATIONS
HONORS / AWARDS
TECHNICAL ABILITIES
GRADUATE TEACHING ASSOCIATE AWARD, THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
Nominee | 2009
DIRECTORS CIRCLE, SCHOOL OF ART, UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI
Member | 2006 - 2008
PRESIDENTIAL LEADERSHIP MEDAL OF EXCELLENCE
Award Finalist | 2006
OVERALL OUTSTANDING SENIOR AWARD,
COLLEGE OF DAAP, UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI
Graduating Senior | 2006
WHO’S WHO AMONG AMERICAN COLLEGE STUDENTS
University Graduating Senior | 2006
OVERALL OUTSTANDING SENIOR AWARD, SCHOOL OF ART CINCINNATI
Graduating Senior | 2006
EYOUNG HERO, UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Award Recipient | 1999
Honors & Awards
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CURRENT
EDUCATION
TEACHING
PROFESSIONAL
EXHIBITION
EVENT PRODUCTION
SPECIAL PROJECTS
ORGANIZATIONS
HONORS / AWARDS
TECHNICAL ABILITIES
SOFTWARE
Adobe Creative Suite CS5.5, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premier, Avid, iWork Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Omni Graffle, Omni Outliner, Microsoft Visual Studio, Evernote, FileMaker Pro Advanced, BusyCal, Bento, Tweetie, Remote Buddy, Lightroom, iLife, Google Docs, Gmail, Apple Mail, Quicktime, TweetDeck, iTunes, Fluid, FileMaker, Bento, Windows, OS X
HARDWARE
Apple Laptops, Windows-based Laptops, Apple Desktops, Windows-based Desktops, SmartBoards, Projection equipment, Video Equipment, CD/DVD Burners, Inkjet Printers, Laser Printers, Plot Printers
OTHER
Proficient in hand visualization techniques and drawing, mind-mapping, brainstorming.
Additionally proficient in the creation of research protocols, discussion guides, research toolkits, moderation techniques, and scheduling participants.
Skilled in crafting communication plans and in particular social media platform communication plans for small organizations. Basic experience crafting advertising campaigns for events and organizations.
Technical Skills
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THANK YOU
ALLEN J COCHRAN
1800 Lafayette PlaceApartment B6Columbus, Ohio 43210
(513) 633-8888
WWW.ALLENJCOCHRAN.COM
I Look Forward To Hearing From You