Your resume is a fact sheet about yourself. If you look at the interview and the whole pageant process as a "job interview" then you will most likely do your best. The judges are looking for someone to fill the JOB of holding the title of "Miss Iron County." The judges will recieve a copy of your resume before meeting you so it will be their first impression of you before you even enter the room. The judges are instructed to take grammatical errors into consideration when scoring your interview. Have as many people proof read your resume as possible.
RESUME EXAMPLE
Name: DESIRAE BALL
Hometown: Gunnison, Utah
Date of Birth: November 7, 1983
Education: Southern Utah University, Senior (Major: Psychology, Minor: Criminal Justice)
Snow College Graduate – Associate of Science Degree Gunnison Valley High School Graduate
Platform: “MEDIA INFLUENCE” -- Combating the media’s negative impact on society
Talent: Piano Solo, “Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2” by Franz Liszt.
Scholastic/Career Ambition: I will graduate from SUU with a degree in Psychology and pursue a Masters degree in Counseling at the University of Utah. Eventually, I will have my own practice and specialize in teen psychotherapy.
Scholastic Honors: Snow College Magna Cum Laude Graduate; Dean’s List Student; Double Gold Cup winner at the National Federation of Music Festival; Honor roll; Appointed to the SUU Housing Board & Student Life Council.
Leadership Roles: Southern Utah University H.S.S. Senatorial candidate; Director of the GV Summer Reading Program; Snow College & GVHS Cheerleader; Junior Class Officer; several YW class presidencies.
Accomplishments: Miss SUU Quality of Life Winner; USG bronze medalist; Piano study for thirteen years; Miss Gunnison 2001; Miss Sanpete County 2003; Miss Utah State Fair 1st runner-up 2003; 10 years of power tumbling.
Interesting Facts: At the age of seventeen I toured Italy, Switzerland and France with a group of friends; I’ve Appeared on KUTV News and met several famous people; I’m an accomplished “Mutton Buster”; I modeled professionally for two years; I’m the only female member of the “4 D’s”.
Employment: I am a teen counselor for the Academy at Cedar Mountain and love my job! Everyday I witness changes that occur as troubled teens identify which incorrect choices have brought them to this point in their lives. I feel many Utah teenagers are sheltered, and at the Academy I see first-hand what problems can exist for teens in the real world. I fear what lies ahead for the youth of our own state if we don’t take action soon.
Marketing Plan: The MAO is experiencing a period of great change and faces serious issues regarding its direction and focus. It is time the representatives from each state across our nation accept responsibility in assisting the national and state offices to change the organization’s perception and truly promote the brand. My marketing plan would emphasize a proper balance for all things associated with the title. It includes a heavy focus on my media platform, but also an awareness of the importance of graciousness and timing for all events related to a Miss Utah appearance. We must bring back the “glamour” and “celebrity” that accompany this crown, realizing the title holds with it much more than just a platform spotlight. I am a person who is passionate for her platform, but who also has the social experience, personality and talent to fill the demands of this job.
Legacy: I hope my year of service will be one of change for the state organization as it redefines its role. Through my continued activism combating negative media influence I would bring attention to our nation’s obsession with TV, teach the importance of monitoring children’s media habits, and pass legislation holding networks accountable for what they program, and businesses accountable for what they sell. I also want to be remembered as one who was involved in many different types of events – not only those associated with my platform. I want the public to see me laughing with children, playing in softball tournaments, volunteering for charities, attending social events, wrestling pigs, performing my talent, or
Appearing on Hollywood Squares, Fear Factor, and late night talk shows! Miss America and Miss Utah must be visible, bold and determined to bring about a successful future for the MAO -- done in a very interactive, ambitious, and modern fashion.
Why should I be Miss Utah & Miss America this year: I competed for the title of Miss Utah in 2003, and since then have allowed myself to “age-up”, recognize positive change in my life, and realize that I can be a successful Miss Utah, and competitor for Miss America. I know how to properly interact with impressionable teenagers while motivating them to change the direction of their lives. I also have had many opportunities to address adults and senior citizens, rub shoulders with celebrities, and represent students from one of the “Top 10” universities in our nation. I have worked in the modeling industry, appeared on television, and spent the past four years promoting responsibility in combating the influence of negative media in our lives. My diverse experiences and passion for all I do qualify me for the job of Miss Utah, and I’m ready for the challenge!
