Paula Thomas Email & Phone Number

Kirkland, Wa, Us

I am embarking on a new adventure: building a 3D Printing company. More details coming soon!

Greater Seattle Area

As an SDE II, I tackle ambiguous problems and collaborate across teams to build great things for our customers and improve the quality of our existing features.

Seattle, Washington, United States

As a software engineer, I build, improve, and maintain the optimizations software that helps our customers get the most out of their AWS infrastructure.

Greater Seattle Area

As an Apprentice at AWS, I am took on projects and worked with my mentor to build my skills as a Software Development Engineer. This program was organized by Apprenti and is an official apprenticeship under the Washington State DOL.

Seattle, Washington, United States

Seattle, Washington, United States

I put in the legwork to help people find their, "Right place, right time." It's only when people get together that we can make cool things happen. This is accomplished by:•Attending events outside of SOBA to better understand our community and identify opportunities•Working with community leaders to serve the interests of our broadcasters and the greater Seattle ecosystem•Connecting industry professionals with the teams and members of SOBA who are best suited to provide a mutually beneficial relationship

Greater Seattle Area

• Third-in-command behind the founders • Monitored industry news and trends for strategic orientation• Improved processes to better enable the writers and editors• Managed writers, both in terms of product delivery and professional growth• Reviewed games to help readers make purchasing decisions• Wrote news articles to help readers stay informed• Wrote guides to help readers play more effectively• Edited articles for grammar, content, and formatting• Promoted Coin-Drop.com in various online and offline environments • Developed technical solutions to support team needs

Over the years, I have worked many temp jobs. These include:• Fulfillment Associate, MailStream Inc - Packed CFL light bulbs for local utility customers. • Driver Helper, UPS - Delivered packages during the holiday season rush in Post Falls, Idaho. • Car Wash Associate, Experian - Cleaned up cars before dawn so they would be ready for that day’s auction.• Background Actor, ZNation - Appeared on several episodes of ZNation as a background zombie. • Haunter, Scarywood Haunted Nights - Played a cave monster at Silverwood’s Caved In attraction.

Spokane, Washington Area

• Wrote a novel and provided initial content and copy edits• Worked with an external vendor to secure final editing• Provided typesetting via InDesign• Provided cover photography and cover design• Worked directly with various distributors for both print and digital distribution• Planned and executed various marketing initiatives• Executed in-person sales at conventions and book signings• Spoke publicly on convention panels and at readings

Spokane, Washington Area

• Managed multiple blogs and social media accounts to connect with potential customers• Monitored industry trends and adjusted the social media direction accordingly• Worked with Zharmae’s writers and artists to produce content for marketing outlets• Ensured that all upcoming books had a proper marketing lead across all outlets• Worked with external influencers to secure guest spots on Zharmae’s blogs• Guest starred on Zharmae’s podcast to represent Zharmae’s marketing department• Attended an event to sell and promote Zharmae’s products

Newington, Ct

• Managed each project from artwork to final printed product• Facilitated the manufacturing of envelopes, letters, and brochures• Typically oversaw a couple million pieces per version, with multiple versions per project• Consulted experts to better identify risks and how to handle them• Inspected products to ensure they met quality standards• Facilitated communication to ensure that all parties had relevant information• Operated in a fast-paced, 24/7 facility• Utilized various methods of problem-solving to address issues as they arose• Ensured that the project met all press deadlines• Continuously sought opportunities to improve my processes and knowledge base

Full Stack Web Development

Completed 201 (JS, CSS, HTML), 301 (JS, CSS, APIs, React), and Java 401 (Advanced Java and AWS services)

Bachelor Of Arts, Anthropology, 3.71

Activities and Societies: Foundation of International Understanding Through Students member

Undergraduate Education / Anthropology, 3.47

Activities and Societies: Running Start Program