John Hillman

1431 W Elmdale Ave Apt G

Chicago, IL 60660
Cell Phone: 231.250.5453
E-mail: hillmanjohn2@gmail.com

Summary of Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree, Major Business Administration with Minor in Real Estate and Cer
tificate in Insurance
* Basic Knowledge of Media
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Strong computer skills with proficiency in Excel (including experience with Pi
vot Tables), Word, PowerPoint and Microsoft Access (database management)
* Strong quantitative and analytical skills
* Exceptional organizational skills, multi-tasking capabilities and detail orien
ted
* Strong people skills; positive attitude and team player
* Internet Savvy and strong command of PC’s
* Good problem solving and troubleshooting skills
* Resourceful and self-motivated
* Enthusiastic about the industry and keen to learn
* Ambitious with drive and hard working ethic
* Able to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines
* Work well under minimal supervision
* Willing and able to work as part of a team
* Knowledge of Media Tools

Professional Experience
Business Planning Associate – Advanced Competitive Intelligence
Mindshare, Chicago, IL
December 2007 – February 2009
Responsibilities and Accomplishments:
* Generate national and/or global competitive spending reports (monthly, quarter
ly, annual, ad hoc) for Business Planning, Invention and The Exchange service ar
eas using various syndicated data sources and reporting tools, as well as propri
etary tools like MindFlow (MF)
* Utilize publicly available information to research client industries via the I
nternet
* Assist Exchange and Invention planning teams creating in-depth U.S. competitiv
e analysis, including insights into competitors’ media strategies
* Assist domestic and/or global competitive data supplier in troubleshooting iss
ues with data submission (timeliness, accuracy) from domestic and/or internation
al colleagues
* Input media plan data into MindFlow as needed
* Work with MF SuperUsers to troubleshoot issues with client setup, planning tea
m usage
* Coordinate global Strategy Rollup (monthly) and
* Coordinate global Added Value Summary (semi-annually)
* Help staff with questions about syndicated research tools and systems
* Create trade print insertion orders for traffic/billing purposes
* Develop working knowledge of syndicated research tools and systems (e.g. TNS,
Nielsen, Competitrack, Donovan Data Systems, EZtab, etc.)
Office Support
McHugh Construction, 600 N Lakeshore Drive New Construction, Chicago, IL
Contract through Lakeshore Staffing, Chicago, IL
October 2007 – December 2007
Responsibilities and Accomplishments:
* Support the construction management office with various tasks and projects
* Copy and scan various project documents as well as organize them into the comp
any database
* Work with Microsoft Access and Excel to organize the project documentation int
o a job specific database
Quotations Specialist
Newark In One, Chicago, IL
November 2005 – September 2007
Responsibilities and Accomplishments:
* Ensure optimum inventory levels to maximize sales and pursue and develop new a
nd existing accounts
* Collaborate with purchasing and sales on suggested and approved order quantiti
es to support customer and sales requirements
* Work with various departments to secure business and maintain customer relatio
ns
* Research and resolve inquires/issues requiring strong analytical skills
* Decipher complex electronics drawings and data sheets
* Compile Excel spreadsheets by combining data from various systems
* Work with a complex internal BPCS framework to provide up to date and accurate
quotes to customers for difficult to obtain products based on contractual agree
ments, special requirements, and operational needs
* Conduct Internet and phone research to verify accuracy of data
* Calculate marginal percentage of company cost to determine customer cost
Office Services Assistant
First Temporary Associates, Chicago, IL
September 2005 – November 2005
Responsibilities and Accomplishments:
* Organize and document office procedures during move from Monroe St. to N. Mich
igan Ave
* Update and organize documents that pertain to the move of the company and empl
oyees
* Coordinate with the contractors and moving company
Customer Service Team Leader
Lowe’s, Big Rapids, MI
November 2004 – March 2005
Responsibilities and Accomplishments:
* Manage and assigned daily tasks to customer service associates
* Account for all moneys dispersed and received by customer service associates
* Perform daily audits of cashier registers
Night Auditor
Country Inns & Suites, Big Rapids, MI
November 2003 – July 2004
Responsibilities and Accomplishments:
* Prepare the nightly audit reports including accounts receivables updates
* Serve as Manager on Duty between the hours of 11 PM and 7 AM
* Provide customer service and front desk reception
* Answer multi-line phone system
Technician
Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI
August 2002 – December 2003
Responsibilities and Accomplishments:
* Delivery, repair and setup of audio visual equipment on college campus
Projectionist
GKC Theaters, Big Rapids Cinema, Big Rapids, MI
November 2001 – July 2002
Responsibilities and Accomplishments:
* Setup and maintenance of movie reels and equipment
* Provide customer service at ticket booth and concessions stand
* Clean and maintain theater seating areas
Assistant Manager
Jim’s Rapid Wash, Big Rapids, MI
September 1997 – September 2001
Responsibilities and Accomplishments:
* Maintain and coordinate responsibilities of employees in the absence of the ma
nager
* Ensure that the business is open on time and all preparations are made for the
business day
* Ensure that the business is closed on time and all preparations are made for t
he next business day
* Audit all money and charge accounts received for the day and deposit in the re
quired bank location
* Ensure that all customers are satisfied with the services they receive

Education
Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI
A.A.S. – Real Estate, May 2001
B.S. – Business Administration, December 2004
Certificate in Insurance, May 2001
Mindshare, Chicago, IL
Assistant Planner Training Program, December 2008

Volunteer
* Chicago Cares