Dean LeClaire

Dean LeClaire

Education

Iowa State University

Bachelor of Science in Technical Communication
Minor in English

• Anticipated Graduation: Summer 2019

DMACC

August 2015 – May 2016
(Transfer to Iowa State University)

• Member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society

Carlisle High School

• 3.4 GPA
• Four years of perfect attendance

Skills

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Advanced skills in Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
• Intermediate experience with HTML, CSS, and rhetorical web design.
• Knowledge of database design and content management systems such as WordPress and Drupal.
• Knowledge of social media websites such as Twitter, Facebook, and Reddit.
• Intermediate experience using the Adobe Creative Suite

Experience

Writing

As a senior in technical communication, I pride myself on my ability to articulate myself in writing. Here are some examples of my writing prowess:

ENGL 355 Studies in Film
Fall 2018

• Essay #1

ENGL 302 Business Communication
Spring 2018

• Memo Analyzing Patch Notes

ENGL 314 Technical Communication
Fall 2017

• Technical Description Group Project

 

Volunteer Esports Producer

Broadcast.GG Esports
August 2018 – Present

• Broadcast responsibilities vary from project to project, but I can be expected to do any or all of the following: preform as technical director to commentators and analysts, manage in-game lobbies, balance audio levels, provide in-game spectating, and manage scene transitions.

Previous Projects Include:

• Overwatch Contenders China 2018 Season 3
• Overwatch Open Division NA and EU 2018 Season 3
• Jayne’s Git Gud EU
• MOONMOON_OW Diamond and Bellow Tournament
• Texas Collegiate Community Invitational
  
• Winter Assembly Finnish LAN

Customer Service

Catering/Food Stores Service Worker
ISU Dining • Ames, Iowa
September 2016 – Present

• Effectively communicated with co-workers to provide exemplary service.
• Trained new employees to be more efficient and effective in day-to-day operations.

Stock Fulfillment
October 30, 2013 – July 25, 2016

• Exercised a friendly, helpful, and positive demeanor with a good sense of humor.
• Received, processed, and replenished merchandise inventory.

Study Abroad

Spring 2018
C R P 391

• Actively participated in on site meetings with the Stockholm County, State, and US State Department.

Financial Management

Treasurer
Society for Technical Communication Student Organization
September 2018 – Present

• Organized meetings, coordinated guest speakers, managed club financing, and lead meetings.

Activities

Game Renegades Student Organization

• Active member of the club, with frequent participation of LAN events.

Japanese Association Student Organization

• Attended weekly Japanese language classes sponsored by the club.

Game Renegades: Iowa State Overwatch Team Captain 

• Maintained a strong working knowledge of Overwatch lore, meta, and professional leagues.
• Lead the team to a top 8 finish in a nationwide tournament with 300+ participating colleges.