Christine R. Elliott
Information Literacy & Technology Librarian
Academic Librarian
Professional Portfolio
RESUME
Professional ​
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I am an academic librarian with a passion for promoting information literacy in current and future professionals of all fields of study. With my information technology experience and background, I also have a passion for integrating new technologies to improve upon library services.
I enjoy working on marketing projects for libraries to promote academic services throughout the community and meeting the unique needs of first-year and international students during their transitions and journeys in higher education.
Skills
PHOTOSHOP
ILLUSTRATOR
INDESIGN
ACROBAT X PRO
FIREWORKS
ADOBE CONTRIBUTE
ADOBE DREAMWEAVER
ADOBE CAPTIVATE
CAMTASIA SUITE
Library Systems/Tech
Qualifications
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M.L.I.S. graduate with experience in electronic resources
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Experience as Information Literacy librarian for Sciences and Mathematics
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IT liaison between library and technology support
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Chair of Vogel Library Public Relations Committee
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Website builiding and maintenance skills
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Administrator experience in multiple library technologies
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Supervisor and manager of E.L.I.T.E. Student Assistants (Emerging Leaders in Technology Education)
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B.A. in Communications and Information Technology
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Experience in utilizing blogs and other social media formats to supplement education to assist professors and college staff
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Excellent aural and textual communication skills
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Ability to work in high-stress environments effectively
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Ability to learn and master new concepts
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Commitment to providing unsurpassed service
CONTENTdm (administrator)
Innovative Millenium (administrator)
ILLiad (administrator)
LibGuides (administrator)
LibAnswers (administrator)
LibAnalytics (administrator)
LibChat
OCLC Client (administrator)
Assistive Technology/
Alternative Media
ZoomText
DragonSpeak
JAWS
Captioning
Braille
Electronic Books
PDF Conversion
Tactile Drawing Board
CCTV Stations
FM Systems
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2010 - present
2010 - present
Education
Master of Library and Information Science
Valdosta State University, Valdosta, GA 31698
​2010 - December 2012
Relevant Courses:
Foundations of Library and Info. Sciences
Management of Library and Info. Centers
Cataloging and Classification
Info. Sources and Services
Information Architecture
Applied Tech. Library Practice
Information Policy
Programs for Children and Young Teens
Information Policy
Programming for Children & Young Teens
Library Systems and Automation
Research Methods
Electronic Resources
Youth Electronic Resources
Capstone Course
Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Information Technology
Macon State College, Macon, GA 31206
​2005 - 2009
Relevant Courses:
Mass Communications Survey
Creative Writing I & II
Computer Interface Design
Principles of Interactive Design
Information Design
Gender Studies
Media Criticism
Comparative Cultures
Graphic Imaging
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Desktop Publishing
Writing for Digital Media
Survey of Film
New Media: Senior Seminar
3-D Modeling and Animation
News Writing and Reporting
Literature of the Non-Western World
Employment
History
Vogel Library
Wartburg College
​2013 - Present
Information Literacy & Technology Librarian

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Information Literacy Liaison to the Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, & Physics Departments
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includes collection development/budgeting, one-shot instruction, collaboration with course intructors, assignment creation and grading, mentorship, and consultations.
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Technology Librarian, responsibilities include:
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library liaison to Information Technology Services
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library administrator for library systems (Millennium, ILLIAD, LibGuides, LibAnalytics, LibAnswers)
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gather and compile library statistics for accreditations, reports, and meetings.
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troubleshooting technologies within the library (Microsoft & Mac systems)
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utilizing Dreamweaver to update and maintain library website
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utilizing AdobeCaptivate and Camtasia Studio 8 to create information literacy tutorials
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Established new digitization and preservation workflow for Vogel Library's existing archive.
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Member of the CVLC (Cedar Valley Library Consortium), and involved in the taskforce responsible for investigating a new ILS for the consortium.
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Established new program for circulating laptops
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Involved in various College committees such as: the Scholars Program, and the Information Technology Services Committee.
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Reference services via face-to-face, email, text, and chat
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Marketing Coordinator and Chair of Library PR Team
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Initiates and maintain collaboration efforts/relationships throughout the campus and community
Counseling and Disability Services Office, Macon State College
​2011 - 2013
Testing Coordinator and Administrative Assistant

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Created and adapted online forms to provide easier access to key accommodations
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Extensive experience with Adobe Acrobat X Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Publisher
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Maintained and updated links and pages on the office website
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Preserved and protected sensitive medical documentation
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Utilized the Student Accommodation Manager (SAM) database maintained by the Alternative Media Access Center (AMAC) to create reports, letters, and track the services of registered patrons.
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Tracked budgeting for each fiscal year
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Supervised and managed student workers
School of Nursing and Health Sciences, Macon State College
​2005 - 2011
Admissions and Administrative Assistant

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Handled multifaceted clerical tasks (e.g., data entry, filing, records management) as the assistant to the Nursing Chair and Nursing faculty
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Extensive experience with Adobe Acrobat X Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Publisher
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Maintained and updated links and pages on the office website
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Preserved and protected sensitive medical documentation
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Reviewed all initial applications into the Nursing Program each semester for both the Bachelors and Associates.
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Presented information on paperwork, insurance, and required documentation at each new Nursing Orientation.
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Tracked budgeting for each fiscal year
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Supervised and managed student workers