Writer in Deerfield, Massachusetts

I have a background in biology allowing me to firmly grasp ecological concepts and thereby explain these in a clear concise manner using methods practiced during my study of communication. These two skills make me the optimal grant writer for any institution or organization with a stake in the natural sciences; be it environmental improvement projects, finding money for research or simply maintaining funding. I have listed my resume below if you have any question please do not hesitate to contact me. Zachary C. Elliott Deerfield, MA 01342 ... [email protected] EDUCATION Eckerd College, B.A. Biology and Communication St. Petersburg, FL - August 2013 - May 2017 Academic Achievement Scholarship Relevant Coursework Microbiology Social Media & Public Rel. Speech Writing Propaganda & Persuasion Genetics Family Communication Ecology Parasitology Gender Media Four Rivers Charter Public School, High School Diploma Greenfield, MA - August 2008 - June 2013 Expeditionary Learning School WORK EXPERIENCE Hatfield Public School, Special Needs Counselor Hatfield, MA - June 2014 - August 2015 Primary on site supervisor of assisted learning children aged 7-14 years during a integrated summer camp VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, Land Management St. Petersburg, Florida March 2017 - May 2017 Work with professionals to learn skills and methods used in eliminating invasive species while preserving the integrity of an ecosystem Boy Scouts of America, Volunteer Adult Leader Greenfield, Mass - 2012 - Present Serve as an Eagle Scout and Order of the Arrow member Attend events to work with youth, furthering their knowledge and love of the outdoors. Allegro Senior Living, Student Caregiver St. Petersburg, October 2014 - December 2014 Discuss daily needs with residents and entertainment, primarily clerical work and sorting. Relay for Life, Team Captain Greenfield, Mass - 2009- 20... Organized a team of young adults and community members to raise money for cancer research and awareness SKILLS Computer Applications: Excel, Powerpoint, Word and some photo editing software, Google Drive applications Wilderness Skills: Winter camping, hiking experience, and canoeing Certifications: Wilderness First Aid & Emergency First Responder, and Lifeguard Administrative: Approximately 40 words per minute Media: Multiple social media sites (Twitter, Facebook, Feedly, Hootsuite, etc), Using/setting up AV equipment