looking to establish a career within the Communications field, while incorporating my experience in customer service and sales.

1. Derek C. Hardman
620 Hood Rd.
Talking Rock, GA
(404)801-0387
Derekhardman.weebly.com
(251)401-1657 Derekch501@gmail.com
EDUCATION
University of South Alabama, College of Arts and Science 2010 – 2014
Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Broadcast Journalism, & Public Relations
o Minor in Professional & Technical Writing
Mobile, AL
RelatedCoursework: Public Relations, Research Methods, Digital Media,
Web Development, Principles of Advertising, Mass Media & Social Influences,
Technical & Professional Writing, Screen Writing, Digital Photography, Argumentation,
WORK EXPERIENCE
City of Mobile, Event Planner & PR Assistant 2013 – 2015
Mobile, AL
 Assisted in the development, advertising, and Public Relations
pertaining to Mardi Gras & BayFest
 Created and promoted advertising campaigns
 Booked entertainment venues
 Promoted from Intern to employee upon graduation.
Blue Gill Restaurant, Bartender/Team Leader/Training Coach 2015
Spanish Fort, AL
 Responsible for guest service, and satisfaction
 Requires the ability to work under pressure
 High-Volume establishment
 Responsible for ensuring Blue Gill’s high standards of service
 Focuses on Team building/Team work skills
Lap’s Grocery & Grill, Bartender/Certified Trainer/Banquet Assistant, 2013 – 2015
Spanish Fort, AL
 Provided exceptional customer service to a wide demographic,
Within a high-volume atmosphere
 Maintained bar finances throughout shifts while ensuring
guest hospitality
 Successfully for alcohol sales, while maintain a profitable bar
 Received high scores on employee evaluations

2. Darden Restaurants: Longhorn Steakhouse, Asst. Management/Corp. Trainer 2010 – 2013
Mobile, AL
 Certified in both Culinary, and Service Professional Management,
programs at a high-volume establishment
 Managed hourly employees with effective training and leadership,
in order to drive results and team growth for the entire store
 Received high scores on employee evaluations
 Consistently exceeded sales and guest satisfaction score goals
Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge, Lodge Assistant Manager 2008 – 2010
Dawsonville, GA
 Managed all aspects of guest relations within the lodge and dining facilities
 Planned and expanded all catering and banquet events
 Ensured proper inventory as well as the scheduling of employees and maintained hourly employees
 Ensured daily events and tasks were properly performed, while maintaining appropriate labor costs.
RELATED SKILLS
 Project Leadership, Administration, & Event Planning
 Premiere Pro/ In-Design Suite
 Advertising and Marketing Campaigns
 Management/Supervisor Experience
 Business/Financial Management
 Social Media Fundamentals & Web Development
INTERNSHIP, VOLUNTEER, & LEADERSHIP
The Hangout Festival, Public Relations Internship 2012 – 2014
 Assisted in the planning of Musical Talent
 Promoted ticket sales
 Promoted advertising campaigns
 Interacted with local & national news affiliates in promoting the festival
 Assisted in VIP backstage “Meet & Greet”
American Cancer Society, Project Leader at Lap’s Grocery and Grill 2014 – Present
Mobile, AL
 Motto: “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer”
 Created/designed a campaign to raise funds for donation totaling $1,200
 Developed and organized Lap’s Grocery & Grill’s theme and
Representation for final event
Habitat for Humanity, Site Planning Manager, 2007 – 2010
Atlanta, GA (Headquarters); Mobile, AL; Milledgeville, GA
 Responsible for the safety, planning of a project
 Gained knowledge and excellent leadership skills
 Promoted motivation which has thrived my goals, and career
Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, Chapter Secretary, and New Member Leadership 2005 – 2015
Mobile, AL (Pi Kappa Phi – University of South Alabama)

3.  Philanthropy: PUSH America, which participates in the fundamental development
Of children with Cerebral Palsy
 Completed over 1,000 hours of community service completed during tenure, while maintain the
position for Fall/Spring recruitment