Karen Hofferber, Cprw Email & Phone Number

Plano, Tx, Us

In January of 2001, I was recruited as the senior resume writer and lead content developer by ResumePower, one of the web’s premier writing firms of resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and other career marketing documents. In that capacity, I assist clients worldwide achieve job-seeking and career success by developing hard-hitting, beautifully designed resumes; dynamic LinkedIn profiles; compelling cover letters and bios; and interview-generating job search strategies.Since joining the firm over a decade ago, I have created thousands of resumes, cover letters, and related job-search correspondence giving job seekers the edge they need to compete successfully for coveted positions.My job isn’t just about resume writing; it’s also about problem solving. I specialize in devising resume strategies that minimize red flags and remove potential roadblocks so that my clients stop getting passed over for interviews and job offers. Armed with their custom-written resumes, my clients have succeeded in…➝ Overcoming gaps in employment, recent long-term unemployment, and/or age concerns (“too old/too young”).➝ Jump-starting stalled job searches. ➝ Bouncing back quickly from a layoff/job loss.➝ Outcompeting other highly qualified applicants for major opportunities.➝ Transitioning into entirely new careers despite an apparent lack of industry experience.➝ Generating more interview invitations than they ever thought possible.

Maynard, Ma

As the Resume Adviser for Monster.com, I wrote a number of articles on resume and cover letter writing strategies and developed industry-specific resume samples for Monster's highly acclaimed Resume Center.I also co-hosted Monster's Resume & Cover Letter Tips message board, providing customized resume writing advice to Monster users around the world.

Greeley, Co

After initially joining the Mountain States Regional Headquarters of this Fortune 500 insurance company as a Communications Coordinator in 1998, I was rapidly promoted to supervise this division within the Public Affairs Department the following year. My responsibilities included managing a five-member team of writers/designers and directing all communications efforts for a three-state region. I served as Managing Editor for eight publications, including a monthly agent/employee magazine ("Peak 20") as well as assorted internal and external print/online publications.I also taught customer service, public affairs, media relations, and written communication classes for employees throughout the region; served as an executive speech writer; and coordinated special projects (including writing, directing, and editing an award-winning employee recruitment video for the HR department).Awards: Special Achievement Award for "Why State Farm?" video, 1998

Greeley, Co

As Director of Marketing & Publications for UNC's College of Continuing Education, I developed and implemented strategic marketing plans and print/electronic/web collateral for the university's 35 off-campus degree programs, credit/non-credit classes, certificate and internship programs, distance education opportunities, special events, and independent study. My marketing efforts helped to more than double the college's off-campus graduate degree student enrollment in a single year (from 12% of the university's total graduate degree student enrollment in 1996 to 28% of the total in 1997). Awards: UCEA Region V People's Choice Awards (Best one-color brochure, Best four-color poster, 1996)

Bullhead City, Az

During my tenure with MCC, I held multifaceted marketing, communications, and administrative responsibilities. I directed the campus marketing strategy, which included handling media/community relations; writing/designing campus publications, brochures, press releases, and advertisements; coordinating/marketing special programs (e.g., "College for Kids," "Elderhostel," and the "MCC Performing Arts Series"); and serving as on-camera host of "Cityline," a weekly local TV program. I also recruited/hired 75+ associate faculty each semester, consulted with faculty/administrators to develop each semester's entire campus class schedule, and administered the campus during summer semesters and in the absence of the campus dean.

Master'S Degree, Educational Leadership And Administration, General

Graduated with honors (GPA: 4.0)

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Communications

Activities and Societies: Intern, University of Alabama Public Relations Dept.; Marketing Manager, Union Programs Student Films; Marketing.

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Chorus, Drama Club, Golden Key Honor Society, Spanish Club