
Alison Siedt
Avid Writer and Content Creator ​
RESUME
Professional ​
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A University of Western Ontario graduate with Human Resources experience and a customer service background. Excellent time management, writing skills, and an ability to function at a high level in a wide variety of settings.
Work ​
experience​
Freelance Writer
Self-employed
4/2017 - Current
I currently work managing a Facebook and Instagram account for an Etsy shop. I post regular updates about the shop and take pictures of new products. I also have been a resume writer, helping to make an accurate and concise resume for my client. I provide grammar consults for clients as well.
Personnel Assistant / Recruiter
Allied Personnel Services
7/2016 - 4/2017
In this position, I worked for a staffing agency and assisted Coordinators in matching employees to the correct assignment. I thoroughly interviewed candidates and administered pre-employment screening such as background checks, drug screens, and reference checks. I conducted orientation for a top-tier customer twice a week and maintained monthly contact with over 200 employees. Additionally, I managed and edited job postings to attract new employees and documented any interactions with current employees. I created recruitment documents as well as company correspondences.
Student Tutor
Self-employed
9/2013 - 4/2016
During my time at the University of Western Ontario, I assisted students in enhancing their writing. I identified any issues in the writing and worked with the student to address these issues and improve upon them. I worked under tight deadlines but I really enjoyed the need for careful time-management. I maintained this position while creating my own content for school and writing for my own pleasure in my free time.
Cashier
Giant Food Stores
8/2009 - 9/2014
I worked at Giant Food Stores and developed my customer service skills in this position. I worked on providing efficient and friendly service while maintaining company protocol. After graduating high school I continued to work for Giant during my summers home from school.
Skills
Microsoft Office
Public Speaking
New Hire Orientation
Creative Writing
Editing
OSX
Interviewing
Time Management
Teamwork
Problem Solving
Tumblr
Content Creation
Adobe Creative Cloud
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Languages
English
French
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Education
The University of Western Ontario
London, Ontario, Canada
2012 - 2016
I majored in French Studies with a minor in English for Teachers. Traveling and living in Canada was an amazing experience and it was incredible to be able to study at this university. I also took courses in Film Studies and Film Writing. I was a recipient of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities Entrance Scholarship of Excellence and The Western Scholarship of Excellence.
Univesity of Essex
Colchester, Essex, England
2014 - 2015
I studied at the University of Essex for an exchange year. I studied intensively in both English and French courses. I had the opportunity to study French Professional Skills and learn how to use my language skills in a new setting.