Throughout my career I have undertaken a rather interesting journey. The pursuit of sporting goals resulted in my early departure from High School and subsequent correspondence University study. I then started my own Web Design business to support my studies and sporting goals. This was all at the age of 15. Evidently, these factors required me to develop a strong sense of commitment and determination that I believe to be of value in all aspects of my life and work.
Most of my works has required me to be a “jack of all trades,” balancing various technical skills and cross-pollinating skills across traditionally separate occupations. For example, at U@MQ Limited, I was simultaneously developing an ecommerce strategy whilst web programming, researching, designing collateral, writing copy specifically for web and print and following leads for potential revenue.
During my time at my last job at the Summer Publishing Workshops I was involved in administrative functions that included book keeping, liaising travel arrangements, reporting, research and data collection and reporting as well as general administration, assistance and event management.
I have travelled Australia and across the globe for my studies, sporting, life and work ambitions. Recently I moved to Alexandria from Vancouver (Canada) where I was marketing and co-facilitating one of the most prominent series of professional development workshops for the publishing industry.
Having recently completed my Honours thesis and beginning the process of further part-time postgraduate studies (MA or PhD), I am hoping to work locally in the CBD so that I can devote more time to my career and continue with my post-graduate studies (part time).
During my time as a professional and during my studies I have developed skills in marketing, public relations, event management, social networking, communications, graphic arts, and desktop publishing. I hand code my websites and have full proficiency with all versions of the Adobe Creative Suite. In my time working in marketing and in my studies I have been able to demonstrate a superior ability in writing high-quality copy.
As part of my web design consulting work I have had to develop my negotiation skills, although I am ever mindful of the need for an equitable contract with a win-win outcome for all parties. I have had close dealings with the press and also have had articles published on multiple occasions. Personally, I take pride in my critical thinking, problem solving and ability to work independently.
I have the ability to work in a self-supervisory, multi-task environment within a clear timeline. Most of my career has been in an office or consulting environment that has fostered experience with administration, databases and communications. I have also organised many social events for school, university, sporting clubs and non-profits. Whilst working at universities I have also provided technical support, answered customers queries and processed customer feedback.
- 2009-Current: Downstream Marketing
- Role: Search Engine Marketing (SEM) Assistant
Duties: Building, optimising, analysing and reporting on Google AdWords and Yahoo! Search Marketing campaigns. Other performance digital duties (e.g. recommendations and development for landing page and performance display). - 2009: Summer Publishing Workshops, Simon Fraser University
- Role: Marketing, Research and Office Assistant
Duties: The Acting Director and I were together responsible for organising, marketing and facilitating over 40 professional workshops with faculty and participants from all across North America. - 2009: W2 Community Media Arts Centre
- Role: Market Research and Business Planning
Duties: Research the downtown east-side Vancouver community, history of the Woodwards complex, social enterprise business models, café’s in Vancvouer and create a business plan for the W2 Café - 2004-Current: Freeman Consulting Pty Ltd. / ZeekDesign
- Role: Consultant and Designer
Duties: Web development and design, programming, graphic design, computer consulting, marketing, corporate identity, customer management and support - 2007-2008: U@MQ Limited
- Role: Web Co-ordinator and Marketing Administrator
Duties: Develop website, graphic design, liaise with stake-holders and suppliers, customer support, staff training, project and team management.
Internship Portfolio - 2008-9: Post Baccalaureate Diploma (Honours) in Communication
- – Simon Fraser University (Vancouver, Canada)
Thesis Topic: BC-STV and Effective Political Communication - 2007-8: Bachelor of Media
- – Macquarie University (Sydney, Australia)
Major: Multimedia
Departing GPA: 3.303
Exchange Program at Simon Fraser University GPA: 3.86 - 2005-6: Bachelor of Arts
- – Curtin University of Technology (Perth, Australia)
Major: Internet Studies
Minor: Internet Design
Correspondence study
Departing Grades: Distinction Average
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Volunteer work and community engagement
Throughout my life I have been greatly involved with volunteering and community service. Helping people grow, standing up for what is right and building community have always been very important to me because my primary ambition in life is to work toward positive change. During my studies at SFU I have been on the executive of two new clubs as well as helping out with other groups and events.
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Awards and Scholarships
I have always thrown myself at my work, studies and other activities. On a number of occasions I have been privileged enough to be recognised for my efforts. Throughout high school I received “Most Outstanding” awards for a range of classes and my sporting achievements have been awarded on many occasions. However, I take the most pride in the times I have been recognised for my community services because I believe them to be of merit. I have great appreciation for those awards that have provided monetary assistance as they have allowed me to achieve at a higher level.
lukefreeman.com.au/resume/awards
Conferences, Workshops and Seminars
Continuous education and development is very important to me. In addition to my tertiary education I have made an effort to attend and contribute to various conferences, workshops and seminars – some of which have taken me around the world. My selection of attendance has largely revolved around events that focus on leadership and effective methods of progressive change.
lukefreeman.com.au/resume/conferences
Sporting: Rowing
My sporting achievements are particularly notable in my résumé as they have been a significant determining factor in my career path. In the eighteen months following my early departure from high school I earned six interstate medals and found myself on the podium in many national competitions. In 2007, I won Gold in the Men’s Eights at the Australia Olympic Youth festival, across the finish line ahead of Great Britain and New Zealand. Although I am currently taking a season off to recover from back injuries, my competition at such a high sporting level has helped me develop a strong sense of determination, commitment, creativity and self-discipline.
lukefreeman.com.au/rowing
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