Tammy Parks

TAMMY PARKS 362Evans Lane #12, Spearfish, SD 57783 ·--· tammyparkswrites.com Seeking a writing position that allows me to showcase my creative abilities. My objective is to use my communication skills and life experience to help others understand the world in new ways by creating content that teaches and explores. Once upon a time, I worked full time as a freelance writer but had to give it up. Today’s world is vastly different, and I have the opportunity once again to do what I love. Write. EXPERIENCE JULY 2018 – MARCH 2020 SERVER, STEERFISH STEAK AND SMOKE, SPEARFISH, SD • • • • • Responsible for giving guests prompt and courteous service Worked to turn every customer into a regular guest Requested and recorded customer orders, and computed bills using POS system Communicated with guests regarding orders, comments, and complaints Effectively communicated with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, dietary needs SEPTEMBER 2014 – JULY 2018 SERVER/FLOOR MANAGER/TRAINER, THE GEM STEAKHOUSE DEADWOOD, SD • • • • • • • • Responsible for giving guests prompt and courteous service Used Micros POS to place orders and track tickets Taking, ringing in, and delivering all food and drink orders Totaling and cashing out customer checks Effectively communicated with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, dietary needs Worked from server to Manager on Duty position Trained new employees Responsible for resolving customer complaints SEPTEMBER 2008 – SEPTEMBER 2014 FREELANCE WRITER/EDITOR • • • • Supplied online content for Demand Media (uncredited) Wrote for multiple clients via Elance (mostly uncredited) – SEO/DIY/health/software/energy/ Worked as a freelance editor (as tfcparks and Brandie Buckwine) Ghostwriter of short stories for clients • Published works of fiction under my own name and various pen names MARCH 2002 – SEPTEMBER 2008 INSURANCE SALES AND SERVICE/FARM BUREAU INSURANCE I worked as a licensed insurance agent responsible for sales and servicing of policies. I assisted clients in determining what insurance products met their needs, both current and future. I began as an administrative assistant, obtained my license, and moved into sales. EDUCATION 1998 – 2001 BLACK HILLS STATE UNIVERSITY I studied mass communications, literature, human resources, and marketing. SKILLS • • • • • • Strong communication skills Strong research capabilities Ability to simplify complex ideas using examples, stories, and compare/contrast methods SEO knowledge Integrity • • • Keep readers engaged by touching their emotions, sparking curiosity, and offering relatable content Stellar proofreading and editing skills Ability to captivate and persuade my audience Strong problem-solving skills and determination VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES 2007 – 2011 BELLE FOURCHE LEGION BASEBALL PRESIDENT/VICE PRESIDENT 2004 – 2006 BELLE FOURCHE AAU WRESTLING BOARD VICE PRESIDENT 2