Kurtis A. McCartney
CONTACT:
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Welland, ON
mail@kurtismccartney.com
SUMMARY:
* Skilled in both technical operations and customer service
* Background in leadership and planning (Communication)
* Interest in Environmental, Labour, and Rights Movement Practices
* Quick to learn, Easy to Implement, Balances a Budget
* Netcasting experience (Broadcache, Podcast, Streaming, etc.)
EDUCATION:
Bachelors Degree in Political Science (2009 Brock University)
Studies included Political Theory, Comparative Politics, Public Administration and a non-major focus on Computer Science
EXPERIENCE:
Lighting operation/Lighting Design
June 2003 to August 2004
“Shado Productions”
Operate and Design lighting systems for music performances. Constructed stage equipment in situations where time and space were limited.
Technology Consultant/Labourer
May 2005 to August 2005
“Niagara Windpower Inc”
Assist in the construction of windmills and photo-voltaic solar panels used in the generation of alternative energy. Provide general maintenance to information technology systems. (Computers, Phones, Etc.) Operate as temporary receptionist.
Telephone Service Representative
September 2005 to November 2005
“Teleperformance USA” (aka. MARUSA)
Offer support services for the clientèle. Maintain a positive attitude under pressure.
Food Preparation/Register Operator
Early 2006
“Griller's, Union Station, and Issacs”
Prepare fast food and breakfast Items. Handle cash and operated the POS unit. Garbage removal duties, and evening cleanup/closure.
Novelty Photo Service and Sales
Summer 2006
“Digital Attractions”
Edit images in Photoshop and Express Digital Darkroom. Maintain industrial grade photo printing equipment. Participate in crowd control during busy sales days.
Board of Directors, Secretary of the Board
Fall 2006 to Spring 2007
“CFBU 103.7fm Brock Campus and Community Radio”
Keep accurate notes of decisions and maintain productive discussion
Participated as an advisor, represented the BUSR funding.
Promoted the use of new technologies to distribute content.
ACTIVITIES:
* Niagara Regional “Think Bowl” Competitions, 1997-2003
* Volunteer with the Tourism of Welland Niagara (TOWN), 2000-2004
* Technical Supervisor for the Eastdale Secondary School Newspaper, 2002
* Recipient of the “Distinctive Merit Award” Sears Drama Festival, 2003
* Windsor Inter-Residence Council, 2004-2005
* Brock University Student Administrative Council, 2006-2008
- Served as Social Science and BUSCI representative (incl. Finance Committee)
* Brock Radio (CFBU 103.7fm), 2006-2007
- Served on the Board of Directors and assumed the role of Secretary
* Brock University Senate, 2007-2009
- Serves the University through the IT and Infrastructure Committee
* Computer Science Club of Brock University, 2007-2008
- Served as Director of Communications, liason to the ACM
* Ontario Public Interest Research Group, 2008-2009
- Volunteer Web Content Co-Ordinator (Pre-2009), Provided CMS Training to staff
