BENJAMIN WEY

Resume

Benjamin_Wey@yahoo.com

Objective

To leverage my understanding and my acquired skills in an International Relations position within the professional world.

Core Competencies

• Entry Level International Relations
• Policy Proposal
• Multi-Linguistic Services
• Foreign Policy Reform

Education

University of Southern California
B.A. in International Affairs – 2005

Pepperdine University
M.A. in International Relations – In Progress

Work Experience

Personal Translator
• From Nov 2005 to Jun 2007
• Contracted by Stunt Coordinator Liu Wulong to serve as a Personal Translator from English to Cantonese.
• Provided a translation service regarding various business contracts, and occasional consultation sessions.

Research Assistant, Pink Crosses Project: The Exploration of Feminicide in Juárez
• From Oct 2004 to Nov 2005
• Contracted to aid in the research for proposing a policy that would facilitate further investigations of the murder of women along the United States border.
• Conducted field studies with Spanish speaking officials.

Information Adjucator, Immigration and Naturalization Services
• From Jan 2001 to Feb 2003
• Processed applications on behalf of District Adjucators.
• Worked on a one on one basis with the public to answer questions regarding immigration and naturalization concerns.

Relevant Experience

Producer, Writer, Promoter, and Narrator, City In Crisis: An Exposé On The Ongoing Murders in Juárez
• From Jan 2006 to Present
• Wrote and funded an independent documentary film that explores the policies and various legislations surrounding the ongoing genocide of women along the US borders, mainly El Paso/ Juárez.
• Conducted field studies with Spanish speaking officials and local community.

Tutor and Mentor, Boys and Girls Club
• From Mar 2006 to Present
• Tutored children and provided Spanish-speaking children services in Spanish.
• Conducted various after school/ recreational classes in Spanish.
• Provided translation services from Spanish to English.

Skills

• Vast research capabilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications.
• Extensive knowledge and proven skills in policy proposal.
• Able to meet deadlines.
• Fluent in Spanish.
• Fluent in Cantonese.

Summary

• Possess a close eye for detail and a strong sense of reliability.
• Extensive problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Significantly capable of multitasking under challenging situations whether out in the field or in the office.
• Capable of meeting deadlines and establishing and recognizing priorities.
• A quick learner with a penchant for keeping up to date with new technological progresses.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in Spanish.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in Cantonese.