Friday, September 20, 2019

Maria Francia Enverga Offemaria


MA. FRANCIA ENVERGA OFFEMARIA BENGCO
Email: mariafrancia2022@gmail.com;  Skype: Maria Francia (Akira)
Land phone: Mobile; 0956-1145190

                     

EDUCATION

University of the Philippines (Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines)                
M.A. in Mass Communications in Journalism, Minor in Communication Research     
Master of Arts in Counseling (27 graduate units)                                   
 Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.E.)
 Major in (1) Language Teaching (English); (2) Information Science 
Licensed Teacher: NBT Registration No 943204813p

SPECIFIC SKILLS:

§  SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT creating content calendar of text and images with the goal of lead generation & conversion, building reputation, audience, & new business; scheduling content using Hootsuite or Buffer.

§  MARKETING & SALES Social media advertising;  Facebook advertising & remarketing; Google Adwords; Classified ads; Article marketing; social media marketing, Search engine marketing; preparing business/ marketing plan; Sales, writing bids  & proposals; client negotiations, web marketing campaigns, newsletter/ email marketing using Infusionsoft, Mailchimp, Aweber,  & Constant Contact, Pardot;  use of Customer relations management software such as Zendesk, Realty Juggler, Realty Pilot, RE Dashboard, MLX and lead management/marketing tool:

§  BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS-- production of Promotional/publicity materials; video marketing, video editing, Slide share, and public relations materials: in comics format, brochure format, video format.

§  ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS: Customer relations, delegating tasks, co-management functions;

§  SEO: site analysis, onsite SEO, create original content for websites to meet Google’s latest algorithms, create metadata & keywords for sites, directory submission, reputable link building,  other offsite techniques, optimized articles and blogs, analysis, recommendation, I use  Google Analytics  and Upcity, to record, assess & heighten optimization and link building results; prepare SEO plans/strategies; and write SEO & PPC Reports

§  WEB CONTENT WRITING newsletter writing and design; blogging, article marketing, ad copies
§  TECHNICAL WRITING; Technical reports, manuals, press releases, Project Feasibility studies; Editing, proofreading, Audio-Video production techniques, essay writing;

§  CREATIVE WRITING: Stories, novelletes, science fiction, video commercial scripts, fiction & non-fiction writing, lay-out, Scriptwriting for TV & Movies;

§  RESEARCH -Research design, field research, data collection, data organization, analysis, & writing

§  TRANSCRIPTION: Medical and legal: Electronic data transcribing & editing (PGMA-TESDA certification on medical transcription)

§  WEB editing & updating – Joomla, Wordpress, Squarespace, 
§  TRANSLATION: From Filipino to English and English to Filipino;
§  INFORMATION AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT: Library functions: indexing, cataloging, classification (using DDC or LC), Organizational/Coded Hard copy filing system; electronic data organization for easy retrieval;  
§  PROJECT MANAGEMENT:  Use of Basecamp, Podio, Teamwork PM, and Task Juggler  
§  COMPUTER SOFTWARE: Computer Operation/ Office Procedures: MSWord, Windows XP, Pagemaker, Power Point, Photoshop, MS Project 
§  PODCAST TECHNICAL SERVICES: Audio editing, Show notes, social media promotion 
§  ON-THE-JOB SAFETY: safety procedures on the work site, first Aid procedures; Basic Life-Saving Course (Philippine National Red Cross) 
§  EVENTS ORGANIZING:  Organizing of seminars/ preparation of modules & marketing tools
§  IMPORT/EXPORT DOCUMENTATION; trade regulations in the Philippines & the EEC
§   ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION:  seedling nursery establishment; forest life-cycle awareness/advocacy; implementation/advocacy of sustainable development principles, soil bioremediation initiatives. Preparation of Environmental Impact Assessment; 

OTHER COMPETENCIES

§ Highly focused and results-oriented in supporting complex, deadline-driven operations; able to identify goals and priorities and resolve issues in initial stages;
§ Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Power Point, Windows, Image editing software;
§ Knowledgeable about project database-cum-tracking systems to help in tracking and managing  project  portfolios  within and across a  network  of  systems,  agencies, departments,  and  allocated  resources  (time/ people/ materials.)
§ Can oversee technical and administrative duties in support of head executive 
§ Proven track record of accurately completing research, reporting, information management, marketing, and business-development efforts within budget requirements;
§ Performing technical, specialized, complex and difficult office administrative work requiring the use of independent judgment;
§ Interpreting, implementing, & formulating policies
§ Can independently respond to letters, inquiries, general correspondence & customer issues with the  approval  of  the  head  executive;
§ Establish teamwork and develop consensus; Foster an open, enlightened, objective, and productive working  environment (had  never  engaged  in  nor  encouraged office  politics or  gossip)
§ Creative and innovative techniques for performing assignments;
§ Trained to handle sensitive documents and information that require confidentiality or discretion;

§ Technical writing skills (wrote since high school, published works since college) Can take and draft  minutes and  write  speeches, training modules in Filipino and English, and technical or executive  reports, with complete presentation materials.


QUALIFYING  EXAMINATIONS

§ Civil Service Executive Exam/Management Aptitude Test Battery –CSEE/MATB) (July 17,2005- SCORE: 109)
§ Civil Service Professional Eligibility (Q.C. - Rating:  92.37%)

§  Philippine Board Examinations for Teachers (PBET; Q.C. Rating: 83.85%)

§ IQ tests  and  various  psychological  assessments  are  also  available  at  the
     University of the Philippines, Diliman Guidance and Counseling Assessment Office, upon request

EMPLOYMENT

Vida Chic - August 2019 - present   
South Sky Digital – May 2018 – May 2019 – Temporary shutdown of operations
Cleanwater Systems – August 2017 to April 2018
Team Podcast –June 2016-July 2017
Forex Group & allied companies– 1 June 2013 – May, 2016
EZYVA November 2013 – August 2013
ODESK  (Web Content Writer/Project Manager/SEO 2012 – November 2013  
REMOTESTAFF – (Innovative Response and 2Dam Creative Design Services)
Virtual Assistant/Social media manager/SEO Writer/SEM (June 2010- 2012   
IBM GLOBAL BUSINESS PROCESS SOLUTIONS - Technical Support Representative (2007-2010)                                                                          
GREENCODE SYSTEMS SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT ENTERPRISES                
Marketing & sales; writing Environmental Impact Studies, Customer-relations, business research, strategic planning, business writing,SEO writing for Marketing. Subcontracting for medical transcription jobs (2004-2007) 
 BLUE BYTES PLUS INC.  
    Marketing & Promotions (1996-2004)
COMMUNICATION FOUNDATION FOR ASIA                                                         
Information Specialist/Researcher –Writer.
Managed the Main library while submitting interpretative biblical stories for the educational magazines published by the organization; Responsible for the establishment of a core Research Unit. (1994-1996) Translator (supplementary educational magazines for elementary & secondary) Translated  Filipino  manuscripts of  contributing  writers   to  English for  the  English magazine; and  English  articles  into Filipino for the  Filipino  edition of  educational  materials. 
PHILIPPINE PANORAMA MAGAZINE                                                   
Secretary to the Managing  Editor, Contributing Writer    
Wrote features, interviews of congressmen & senators, entertainment personalities

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION                                                                        

Assisted in organizing data for a research project–Department of Reading, UP Diliman

     KAJ CHOTIRMALL & CO.  (HongKong) LTD. (Executive Secretary)                            

     Secretarial functions, supervision of factory workers, export-import documentation, client representation

 SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS/ON-THE-JOB TRAINING
1)   Web content writing (2009, 2012,2014,2018)
2)   Internet marketing (2009, 2012,2014, 2018)
3)   Facebook advertising; Google adwords; SEO (2019)
4)   Social media marketing/Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube advertising
3)  Export-Import Procedures – Department of Trade & Industry -GTEB
4)  Training Workshop on Library Resource Sharing - ASLP 
5)  Scriptwriting for comics -Atlas Publications
6)  Scriptwriting for motion pictures – under Gunther Wolfgang, German Filmmaker and Director
7)  Field Research Methods - Philippine Psychology Research House, U.P. Diliman
8)  Basic Lifesaver’s course – Philippine National Red Cross 
9)  First Aider’s Course- Philippine National Red Cross 
10) Audio-Video Production– UP Film Center
11) Safety in the workplace– Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP)
12) MS Project – PUP (development of project monitoring/tracking system)
13) Entrepreneurship Seminar - Entrepreneurs Institute of the Philippines (EIP)
14) Bio-remediation of Contaminated Sites: Concepts and Applications – UP Inst. of Chemistry/Univ.
     of Georgia professor  Dr. Domy Adriano

PUBLISHED WORKS:  (Please see Appendices of non-technical works published (most technical reports, biographies are copyrighted by clients)

MEMBERSHIP IN ORGANIZATIONS:

Former Secretary: Samahan ng Kababaihan Para sa Kaunlaran (women’s community Association)

Confed Inc. - Co-Founder /Media Relations Officer

Secretary - Philippen National Information & Communication Sector-  (Philippine Alternative Philanthropy for People and Environment (Philippen)

Member: ezinearticles.com: Member I.D. no. 681748  http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Maria_Francia_Bengco

CURRENT CONCERNS, INTERESTS, ADVOCACY
1.  Environmental rescue activities; rehabilitation of coconut industry in  the Philippines, soil remediation; Termination of underground nuclear testing which causes plate movements, earthquakes & tsunamis.
2.  Global peace through religious & cultural understanding & group peace process.

CREDENTIALS

TIN No. 032-150-328-567; SSS No. 03-5376360-9; NBI Clearance No. B298M2GCO1A0000, Police Clearance 019HKQ144854; NBT Registration No  943204813p, Barangay  Clearance

PERSONAL DOGMA- THE GOLDEN RULE: I never do unto others what I do not want others to do unto me, WHAT IS UNFAIR TO ME IS UNFAIR TO OTHERS, TOO. THEREFORE, I WILL STRIVE TO BE FAIR & JUST AT ALL TIMES. 

PRAYER: May there be peace on earth and goodwill among men. May there be kindness in every human heart; and reason and justice in every human mind; and may everyone have the best in life and love.  

ARTICLES, BOOKS, BLOGS, RESEARCH REPORTS, TECHNICAL

REPORTS, WEBSITES, PSYCHOLOGICAL INVENTORIES

 


YEAR                               TITLE

2017-2019  Autobiographies and web content; marketing materials, project proposals
2016  Webpage  content and ghost-written articles
2015  Various articles  and blogs used in various websites.

2014 Marketing plans: Marketing Plan for Wang Wang Cold Storage Products, Marketing Strategy for Ezyvirtual Staffing, Social Media Marketing Strategy for Todd Polke, Marketing Plan for Sacred Productivity, Marketing plan for Life’s Cheerleader.com;  Forex Group Australia.

         Articles:
How to write business blogs
         How to use the social media to increase sales
         Selling your house in summer
         Learning Yoga online
         Responsive Web design
         Mortgages for the self-employed
         Online Christmas Shopping
         What happens when your site is over-SEO’d
         Aligning SEO with social media
         Social media is constantly evolving
         Helpful tips about visual branding
         Helpful tips about non-visual branding
         Would you know how to handle a social media crisis?
         Why is LPG better than other fuels?
         The benefits of renting a car
         How to promote your business online
         Cost reduction for small businesses
         Advantages of outsourcing for small businesses
         Disadvantages of outsourcing for small businesses
         How to Make Outsourcing Work Best for your Small Business
         If your wife remarries
         (numerous outsourced articles that are copyrighted by clients)
         
         Website reviews, analyses, with recommendations


Older work  (1999 -2013)

1999
Miscue analysis as a tool in the study of the language cuing systems used by Filipino readers.


Language loyalty among Japanese-Filipino families:  a case study of forty Japanese- Filipino families.


A comprehensive study of the local supermarket industry.

Management of the Bagong-Silang Resettlement Project.

Corporate Culture in the local hotel and restaurant industry
2000
Religious Services as a Medium for socio-political change

Marketing Mix for the Supermarket  Industry

A marketing strategy for the book industry        

A Micro-computer-controlled Weather  Monitoring Station
2001
The Concept of Free Advertising in  the  Philippine  Context          

Innovative Materials in the Construction of Low-Cost Housing in the   Philippines


The  Establishment of  an  International  Shipping  Registry  at  the  SBMA :  A  project  feasibility  study


The  effect   of  administrative  and   leadership  styles   of  District  Directors  and   Principal    on  the  Job  Performance  of  Teachers.

2002
A  Comprehensive  Program  of   Achieving   Synergy   to  Enable  Teachers    to   engage  in Fully-Productive  Teaching  Work


A Proposal to Upgrade Management  Skills in Planning, Implementation, Monitoring, and Evaluation of Policies, Programs and  Projects  in  Schools.

2003
 A Program for Assessment and Assistance to Students with Special   Needs


The methodology used in the integrated  tax system of the BIR    computerization project: An evaluation 

2004
Cooperative learning activities in math and science for grades I- VI  pupils of SBRME school inTanay, Rizal


The phases of marriage  annulment/  legal  separation  in the  Philippines, their effects, and  adjustment  behavior  among the  petitioners and  their immediate family members


A  comparative  Assessment  of the Marketing  Strategies   and   Management  Approaches  of  Four Selected  Tourist Destinations in  Laguna: Villa Escudero, Hidden Valley,Hotel La Corona de Pagsanjan, and Lagos Del Sol


An  assessment  of  consumer  preference of  students  of selected  colleges in the university of the  Philippines: their choice between   Philippine- manufactured  apparel  and apparel  imported from other  countries, specifically China  & other neighboring Southeast  Asian  countries

2005
An analysis of the reading abilities of selected pupils in Pasig City

An analysis of the social benefits of homeownership in four selected    Barangays in Cubao


The leadership styles of administrators in the Bureau of Fisheries & Aquatic Resources: their effects on organizational climate and employee    performance


A   strategy  to  upgrade   the   teachers’  skills   in   the  implementation,  monitoring, and  evaluation  of the  2002  basic  education   curriculum


A strategy to upgrade the teachers’ skills in the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the 2002 basic education curriculum


The influx of imported goods in the Philippine market: its implication on   Filipino culture


The impact of entrepreneurship on employment rate in the national   capital region (NCR –Metro Manila)


Employees’ perception of the lay-off practices of TGI Fridays, Inc.: an adaptation of the Bishop model


Japanese Food Preparation and Presentation: History, Procedures,  Significance, and Analysis of its Impact on International Cuisine 


The role of North America and Australia in the Asia-Pacific Region

An analysis of the promotional strategies of the Department of the Tourism (DOT) in Singapore


An analysis of the policies on property disposal and divestment of  selected government  offices


Charting the directions of the Ladies of Charity of the Philippines
2006
Learning Styles of Mathematics Students of Colegio De Sta. Rosa

The Buying Behavior of Selected Consumers in Indang, Cavite

The Psychosocial Acceptability of Persons with Acquired Physical Disability

The Decline of Economics Major  in the  University of  Sto. Tomas

Water Supply Extension Project In Sta. Cruz, Laguna: An Economic  Analysis


The Effects Of Transition In Political Leadership On the Sustainability Of   The 7-Point Development Programs In Local Government Units:A Case  Of The Province Of Laguna


A Pilot Project For Coconut Coir Production In Lipa City

Air Transport Industry Of The Philippines (An Industry Update)

Parenting Aid For The Hearing Impaired: Enhancing The Bonding Experience.


Stress And Burn-Out Among Selected Special Education Teachers In  Quezon City Sped Public Schools


The Image Of The Priest  According To John Paul II’s Letters To Priests On Holy Thursdays


An Analysis Of The Social And Legal Implications Of Three Inter-Related  Phenomenal  Criminal Cases In Pasay City, Philippines


A  Study of the effects of Globalization in the agricultural sector of the Philippines


Arts & Culture of Bulacan, Laguna, & Pampanga and the Distinctive  Characteristics of their Native Longaniza (The Philippine  Sausage)


Geotextile Production for Local and Foreign Market


A Training Program on Self-Knowledge and Team Building Skills: Traits  of A Successful Peer Facilitator 


A Training Program on Effective Learning Strategy

The Philippine Coast Guard: Meeting the Challenges of Philippine  Maritime Security


Obscure Martyrs  of Bicolandia during the Philippine Revolution of 1896

Child Abuse in the Philippines 
2007
Perceptions  about Marriage Among Female College Students of two  Selected Universities in Metro Manila


Predictors Of Employee Longevity In A Selected Food Chain In Metro Manila


Emotional Intelligence & Personality  As  Predictors  Of  Psychological Well-Being Among  Healthcare Professionals Of  Capitol  Medical Center:  A Basis   For A Continuing  Educational   Support  Program

Media And Reproductive Health: Forms Of Media Communication UsedBy   Barangay UP Campus (Diliman)  In   Implementing   Its   Family  Planning  Program


Peace Building In Tawi-Tawi: The Supreme Council For Islamic Preaching  And Guidance (SCIPG) Experience


Business Implementation And  Launching  Strategy For First Consumer  Pawnshop

2008
The Establishment Of A Pawnshop In Barangay Sto. Niňo In Marikina City:  A Feasibility Study

Beauty and the Beast: The Benefits and Risks of Plastic Surgery

An Environmental Impact Assessment for Community-Based Mineral  Resource management


The Development of Herbal Nurseries in selected CBFM sites in Rizal and  Laguna
 

Labor Migration Of Filipino Nurses In Selected Hospitals In Lucena City:  Causes, Effects, And Implications     


A Training Program For Nursing Aides On the Effective Management of   Violent And Assaultive Psychiatric Patients


The Vat Reform: Advantages And Disadvantages Of The Extended Value-Added Tax 


The Ligtas Buntis Program Of The Department Of Health:(Forms Of Media   Communication Used By Bgy. UP Campus (Diliman)In Implementing It)

2009

The Relationship Of The Level Of Competencies And Commitment Of The  Faculty Members Of The College Of Nursing Of Adamson University On   Their Teaching Performance


Using Historical Method And  Critical Textual Analysis To Identify   Deficiencies In The Comprehensive Agreement On Respect For Human Rights And International Humanitarian Law (Carhrihl, 1998-2007)


Self-Concept  and Academic  Performance  of A child with Learning Disabilities  Associated With Dyslexia: A Case Study


2010
Performance Management  Systems for an Outsourcing Company

Advance Placement  in  College, Vegetable cookies:  A project


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Tips for selecting a Web designer, Why a Website needs to talk, What is Social Media, What are all these SEO Terms, Getting your Branding Right the First Time, How to run online marketing campaigns, Newsletters: importance of, Web Marketing for Startups, How to write an online Advertisement, Photography & Design for the Web, Why Browsers have different looks, How to Expand your Business to Global Markets, Business Plan: Why you need it;  Marketing Plan:  Why you need it, Microsites: Factors to Consider in Designing Them; How to Differentiate Your Business,  Ecommerce: What you need to know in Implementing it;  Choice Paralysis;  How to Write the Terms &  Conditions for your Website, All about Favicons; How to create your Favicon, Web-safe Fonts, Tips to Succeed in Exports, How to Reconcile the Differences between print and web design,  Modes of International Payments, Pointers in writing for consumers,  Where to Find Financing for Small Business, Party Games for Children, Educational Games for Children, FAQ on Home Mortgage Insurance,  How to Overcome Stress and Anxiety at Work,  All about the Corporate Social Responsibility, How does the Small Business Impact the Environment? Sustainability: the relevance of this all-encompassing term to your business;  What’s the Difference between an Entrepreneur & a Businessman?; Is the Paperless Society a Probability?, Money-making Hobbies, Small Business Franchise; The Effect of Classical Music on the Working Mind,  How to encrypt a confidential email;  Blogging Mistakes and how to avoid them;  Therapeutic recipes,  Is there anything at all that isn’t Googable?,  Website reviews & Articles for Article directories, Writing for Different Audiences.

Eat healthy in restaurants, Moderation is Key to Eating Healthy, Best Foods to get protein from, Why colorful fruits and vegetables are good, Best 100-Calorie Snacks, Top 10 Workouts, Things to Consider Before joining a Health Club, How to Choose a Personal Trainer, Ten Delicious Low-calorie Foods,  Liposuction Versus Tummy Tuck, Corporate Fitness, How to Build Your Lung Capacity,  Body Detoxification Methods, Foods that Strengthen Bones, Build Your Bones Rock Hard, Health Benefits of Meditation, Delicious Banana Recipes, Miracle Cocktail Cures: Micronutrient Cell Therapy, I’ve Got the World on a String, American Idol, Glee, Get the Most out of Your Credit Card, The advantages and disadvantages of Having Credit Cards, Warning Signs of An Impending Financial Distress, How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft, Avoid Internet Fraud, How Your Credit Report Can Impact Your Life, Frequently-Asked Questions about Cryolipolysis, How to Make Money as an Affiliate Marketer, How to Make Money on Ebay, How to Make Money on Facebook, How to Make Money on Youtube, How to make money Flipping Websites, How to Make Money Writing Blogs, Make Money Selling Photographs Online, How to Create a Perfect Baby; How to Avail of Government Grants, many other articles on various topics, such as health and beauty, nutrition, music, personal financing, business grants, internet marketing, 

How to Ask for a Date, How to Read your Date’s mind, How to Tell if a Man is Married, How to be a Great Girlfriend, Have a Lovelife Makeover, Why Love can make you Crazy, Ways to Test a Woman’s Loyalty, To Sell or to Pawn; Family farming is a trendy lifestyle; Own a residential farmlot in the Third Summer Capital of the Philippines.

Web design trends for 2013, Increase your purchasing power through bulk buying, Online Christmas shopping in Australia, Selling your house in Summer, Learning Yoga online, Mortgages for the self-employed,  Pantone – Color of the Year, Responsive Web Design, Designing your website for everybody, Helpful tips about branding,  Visual and non-visual branding, Website trends and new technologies, Get more traffic to your site, Promote your business online, Market your business online, Managing your business cash flow, What to do when a social media crisis happens, Foodie eCookbook, The power of peer influence, Social media marketing plan for Tightwads, 

PUBLISHED WORKS (Web & Print)
(to be updated for year 2019)

A. WEBSITES

www.jobsinscrubs.com, www.dolphinpawn.com, www.innovativeresponse.net, 2damcreative, toddpolke.com; webcare.com.au, lifescheerleader.com
        
B.  FEATURE ARTICLES:

          “Alternative  Cinema”;  “Fraternal  Societies: values, oaths, rites,  and  other  secrets”;  “A videonoid’s vision”; “Inter-island Passport System:  key to agricultural and industrial development”; “ Sexless Women”; “One hundred years of  Celluloid”; “Types, forms, means, and tools of communication during biblical times”; “In the name of love”; “On love, sleep, and sleepless nights”, “Jeffrey Hidalgo:  Still a long way to go “, “ Notre dame of Ezperanza”; Various other interview-features.


B.  SHORT  STORIES ;  BIBLICAL  STORIES ; ESSAYS:

“Arts, Music & Literature in the Bible”, “The Prince and His Friend”, “ Love Conquers All”,  “The boy who craved vegetables”, “Under what tree?”, “ God humbles those who exalt themselves”;  “The reluctant hero”; “ The greatest saint”,  “How wise was Jedidiah?”  “Growing  up in a Holy family”; “ I wanted someone to talk to...”, “Salvation in the church of God”, “ Did Jesus go to school?”;  “Wherever you go”; “ Was he a hero or a bad boy?”,  The peacemaking conqueror”, various other titles.

C.  BIOGRAPHY AND  HISTORY

“History without Hesitation (the birth centennial of Nicolas Zafra);’ mini-bios of  Senators Angara, Mercado, Maceda, Alvarez; St. Anthony of Padua, “ Alexander Pope”; various other biographical essays. Modern autobiographies (Casperian writing) Other autobiographies are under confidentiality agreement.

D.  PSYCHOLOGICAL QUIZZES

“How well can you handle a Deepee?, “How boring are you?” ;  “How optimistic are you?”;  Other self-inventories.