Josie Robertson

306 S. Lincoln Ave Eagle Grove, Iowa 50533

515-851-9244 roberjav@uni.edu
Eportfolio: http://robertsonjosie.weebly.com

Objective
I wish to obtain a position in the field of journalism that allows me to use my skills and
passion for gathering information and reporting it to others by the use of media. I want to
expand my skills and knowledge by challenging myself and exploring the world of
communication through such a position.

Summary of Skills
Strong writing skills
Quick learner
Highly organized
Self-motivated


Cooperative team member
Cooperative Computer efficient:
o Photoshop
o Webpage creation
o Code writing
Education
University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, Iowa Expected Graduation: 2016
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies
Minor in Journalism

Iowa Central Community College Fort Dodge, Iowa May 2014
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts Studies
Awards and Accomplishments
o Fall 2013 Presidents List
o Spring 2014 Deans List
o Member of Phi Theta Kappa

Eagle Grove High School Eagle Grove, Iowa Class of 2013
Awards and Accomplishments
o Honor roll student
o Member of National Honor Society

Work Experience
Fareway Cashier - Eagle Grove, IA April 2011- August 2014
Cedar Falls, IA August 2014 Present
Assisting customers, checking out groceries, organizing and cleaning the store
Contributed as a team member within the company
Built communication skills by interacting with co-workers, customers, and
management

Buhr Family Lawn Care - Eagle Grove, IA May 2011- August 2014
Cutting and trimming the lawn, including occasional leaf removal
Produced quality work on a weekly basis to satisfy the lawn owner

Umthun Family Child Care Provider Eagle Grove, IA 2008-2014
Provided entertainment while encouraging structure and discipline
Created a safe environment
Satisfied the needs of both the children and parents

Volunteer Work
Vacation Bible School Evangelical Lutheran Church Eagle Grove, IA 2014
Entertained children through song and games
Instructed children by breaking down the scriptures
Decorated the church to fit the designated theme

Museum Documenting Eagle Grove Historical Museum Eagle Grove, IA 2013
Sorted and documented locally donated photographs
Filed photographs to continue being persevered

Museum Cleaning Eagle Grove Historical Museum Eagle Grove, IA 2011
Removed objects and cleaned out rooms
Dusted historical artifacts
Put rooms back together, displaying local artifacts










References

Melissa Dobosh, Ph. D
Assistant Professor
University of Northern Iowa
Lang Hall
Cedar Falls, Iowa 50614
Melissa.dobosh@uni.edu
(319) 273-3693


Trevor DeForest
Assistant Manager
Eagle Grove Fareway
205 NW 1
st
St.
Eagle Grove, Iowa
(309) 461-9182
(515) 448-3241


Rhonda Umthun
1408 SW 2
nd
St.
Eagle Grove, Iowa
(515) 408-7043