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Jonathan Alpart

Address Not Published Online
Beijing, Chaoyang District, Shuangjing Qiaobei

Cell: Cell Not Published Online
panjialang AT gmail DOT com

Objective

To master the Chinese language and gain valuable experience and understanding about contemporary Chinese society.

Skills

Spoken and written Mandarin
Writing - strong background in creating, editing and proofreading content for publications
Event Planning
Public Speaking and Presentation
Experienced in wide range of both Mac and Windows applications
Music composition and production, video editing, graphic design, and word processing


Education

University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, B.A. Chinese, August, 2008
Minored in Mathematics

CET Beijing Language Immersion, Xizhimen,

Dale Jackson Career Center, Lewisville, TX,
Studied and practiced advertising design and media technology skills


Experience

Riverdeep International Education, China Central Place, Beijing, China, Curriculum Designer, December, 2009 to Present
Designs lesson plans and materials for nationwide RISE learning centers Creates interactive software lesson supplementary materials Communicates with Chinese staff on a daily basis Assists Chinese staff with all translations needed to do business

MyGengo.com, , Translator, May, 2009 to Present
Delivering Chinese to English translations for a wide range of professional levels Editing highest level of professional text for the website Utilizes time management skills and ability to work quickly and efficiently under deadlines

The Kro's Nest, Worker's Stadium, Beijing, China, Hospitality Consultant, January 2009 to April 2009
Responsible for engaging and assisting customers with all needs as well as bridging all communication gaps between staff and customer Liaison between front of restaurant and kitchen The ability to work efficiently under pressure, multi-task and effectively communicate with customers and staff were all essential to being successful in this role Reported to the owner

agenda Magazine, Wanda Plaza, Beijing, China, Intern, November, 2008 to January, 2009
Responsible for formatting and editing event listings and restaurant reviews, conducting interviews and creating new content from its conception to completion Reported to the editor

US China Education and Culture Exchange Center, Bridgeport, CT, Teacher Manager, Summer of 2006 & 2007
Actively recruited teachers in Austin before departing to teach in various Chinese cities Taught English to Chinese students of all ages Managed and resolved disputes between Chinese and Western staff

Organizations

Texas Ventures, society of entrepreneurial UT alumni
Music and Entertainment Committee, Concert Organizer and Promoter
College Houses, coopertative housing non-profit

Awards

Awarded a $2,500 annual academic scholarship (UT Austin)
"Best In State" for SkillsUSA VICA Short Film Competition in Texas
1st place and $100 prize in CET's photo competition
"Best Dishwasher '05" in my student dormitory of 100 residents

Hobbies

Translated album, "City Weather Sailing," by Chinese famous band, P.K. 14
Two articles about China published in UT Austin newspaper "The Daily Texan" while abroad
Volunteer as a blogger for popular expat magazine/website with six blogs to date reviewing local performances
Blogger for Tagteamrecords.com