Zackary Z. Kocher

CPO 903

Berea, KY 40404

(859) 985-6011

Zackary_Kocher@berea.edu

 

EDUCATION:           Berea College, Berea, Kentucky                                                May 2008

                                    Bachelor of Art, Communication                                    G.P.A 3.74

 

Study Abroad:               2006 Study Abroad Program, England

 

Related Courses:           Introduction to Media & Cultural Studies

                                    Theories of Communication

                                    Gender Communication

                                    Radio Broadcasting and Production

                                    Introduction to Video Production

                                    Organizational Communication

 

Additional Skills:            Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Typing 100 wpm

Training with radio & television editing software, Effective interpersonal communication   skills, Leadership training

 

EXPERIENCE:

2006-Present                 Programming Residential Assistant, Berea College, Berea, Kentucky

·         Strengthened community-building and communication among residents

·         Managed hall duty and monthly programs

 

Summer 2005                Summer Counselor Coach , Spring Hill Camp, Evart, Michigan

·         Taught fundamental skills, sportsmanship, and teamwork

·         Insured safety and supervised camp activities

 

2004-May 2005             Residence Hall Maintenance, Berea College, Berea, Kentucky

·         Reported responsibilities weekly to supervisor

·         Daily maintenance of residence hall

 

2003-2004                     Sales Representative, Rejuvenation Inc., Ellinwood, Kansas

·         Conducted administrative responsibilities

·         Participated in promotional events including:

           Spokes modeling, event coordination, and guided tours

 

HONORS:

·         Entrepreneurship for the Public Good

·         Lambda Pi Eta National Communication Honor Society Recipient

·         Mortar Board Honor Society Recipient

·         Berea College Dean’s List

·         Berea College Vincit Qui Patitur Sophomore Honor Society Recipient

·         Top Novice Award-Speech & Debate

·         Berea College ‘Fleur De’ Lis’ Freshmen Honor Society Recipient

 

ACTIVITIES:

·         Berea College Speech and Debate Team

·         Job Shadowing for numerous marketing and media positions (WA)

·         Southern Mutual Help Association Volunteer in Louisiana

·         Freshman Class Executive Council/ Promotion Director

·         Dana Residence Hall, House Council President