Mary E. Lee
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Professional and Technical Communication
University of North Texas - May 2013
Experience
Sci-Tech Discovery Center in Frisco, Texas
Educator
September 2016 – Present
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Instructed large STEM classes for grant based outreach programs and field-trips
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Researched and wrote curriculum for first through sixth grade students covering a variety of topics such as chemistry, biology, and electrical engineering
NTA Life Insurance Company in Addison, Texas
Compliance Analyst
April 2016 – September 2016
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Worked directly with State Insurance Board members to ensure policies were appropriate for newly passed laws
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Analyzed company practices to ensure compliance with state and federal laws
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Lead and updated companywide new hire training
Claim Appeal Specialist
November 2014 – April 2016
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Claim Appeal Specialist – researched and analyzed claim processing, medical conditions, policy language, and communications to recommend the fairest appeal resolution to the Claim Appeal Committee
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Dispute Resolution Team Member – Researched insured, state, and BBB complaints; facilitated any steps towards a resolution; and provided a written response on behalf of the company
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Drafted and edited various Policy and Procedure manuals for claim appeals, dispute resolution, SIU, and Operations
MEL's Resume Help in Denton, Texas
Freelance Writer and Tutor
September 2013 – Present
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Teach students and recent graduates how to build, format, and maintain their resumes
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Tutor students in professional and business communication
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Write, design, and edit projects for small businesses and individuals
Health Management Systems / RPC in Irving, Texas
Proposal Production Assistant
May 2013 – September 2013
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Temporary hire to preform secretarial duties, assist in proposal production, and final Desktop Publishing
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Edited corporate resumes and BIOs for proposal bids
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Analyzed RFP content to create guides for writers
Walt Disney World Resort, College Program in Orlando, Florida
College Program Intern
August 2011- January 2012
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Earned advanced college credit while interning in the Magic Kingdom creating a “magical” guest experience for children and their parents
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Implemented marketing and advertising theories used by Disney in a hands-on program lead by Disney professional educators
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Developed and utilized strong cross-cultural communication skills
Honors
College of Arts and Sciences Ambassador Program Secretary
2012 - 2013
Linguistics and Technical Communication Ambassador
2012 - 2013
Dean’s List
Spring 2010, Spring 2011, Fall 2012
President’s List
Spring 2012, Spring 2013
University of North Texas Winner of the Professional & Technical Writing Contest
Marketing Materials -2013
Annual Reports -2013
Published
“Coral Reef Protection and Restoration Strategies” excerpts published in Writing For Results the 2013 University of North Texas TECM textbook by Dr. Raign and Mrs. Huggett
Externships
Vireo Accent Reduction
Fall 2012 & Spring 2013
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Designed flyers, brochures, and new client materials for medical professionals
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Document design required extensive knowledge of InDesign and Photoshop functions
MLink
Fall 2012
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Designed an updateable newsletter that can double as informative piece for employees and a motivational piece for customers
Balfour Beatty
Spring 2011
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Created business cases, company profiles, marketing deliverables, social media policy, work plans, presentations, etc.
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Directed a small team to create business professional documents for Balfour Beatty’s social media platforms
Robotics Experience
FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) Team 118
August 2007- May 2009
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Built and maintained complex wheel system for team robots
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Created all team presentation materials and speeches
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Trained team members to deliver robot and team information effectively
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Internationally recognized team knowledge and presentation skills at FRC World Championships