Bcen3510 Business Communication Direct Message Assignment
Bcen3510business Communication Direct Message Assignment
BCEN3510—BUSINESS COMMUNICATION DIRECT MESSAGE ASSIGNMENT Direct Response Memo: Arranging Interviews for Environmental Architect/Designer James F. Becker, founder and CEO of Becker & Associate Architects, is a busy architect. As he expands his business, he is looking for ecologically conscious designers who can develop sustainable architecture that minimizes the negative environmental impact of buildings. His company has an open position for an environmental architect/designer. Three candidates were scheduled to be interviewed on March 14.
However, Mr. Becker now finds he must be in Dallas during that week to consult with the builders of a 112-unit planned golf course community. He asks you, his office manager, to call the candidates, reschedule for March 28 or March 29, and prepare a memo with the new times as well as a brief summary of the candidates’ backgrounds. Fortunately, you were able to reschedule all three candidates. Scott Hogarth will come on March 29 at 11 a.m.
Mr. Hogarth specializes in passive solar energy and has two years of experience with SolarPlus, Inc. He has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern California. Amanda Froescher has a master’s degree from Boise State University and worked for five years as an architect planner for Boise Builders, with expertise in sustainable building materials. She will come on March 28 at 2 p.m.
Without a degree but with 10 years of building experience, Paul Ramirez is scheduled for March 28 at 10 a.m. He is the owner of Green Building Consulting and has experience with energy efficiency, sustainable materials, domes, and earth-friendly design. You are wondering whether Mr. Becker forgot to include Stanley Grafsky, his partner, who usually helps make personnel selections. Your Task.
Prepare a memo to Mr. Becker with all the information he needs in the most readable format. Consider using a three-column table format for the candidate information. Use a text box for additional notes if necessary.
Paper For Above instruction
To: James F. Becker
From: [Your Name], Office Manager
Date: [Insert Date]
Subject: Rescheduled Interviews and Candidate Summaries for Environmental Architect/Designer Position
Dear Mr. Becker,
As per your request, I have rescheduled the interviews for the candidates applying for the environmental architect/designer position. Below, you will find the updated interview times along with brief summaries of each candidate's background presented in a clear three-column table for ease of review.
| Candidate Name | Interview Date & Time | Background & Expertise |
|---|---|---|
| Scott Hogarth | March 29 at 11:00 a.m. | Specializes in passive solar energy; 2 years at SolarPlus, Inc.; Bachelor’s degree from University of Southern California. Focuses on renewable energy integration in architecture. |
| Amanda Froescher | March 28 at 2:00 p.m. | Master’s degree from Boise State University; 5 years as architect planner at Boise Builders; Expert in sustainable building materials and eco-friendly design strategies. |
| Paul Ramirez | March 28 at 10:00 a.m. | 10 years of building experience, owner of Green Building Consulting; skilled in energy efficiency, sustainable materials, domes, and earth-friendly design without a formal degree. |
Additionally, I have included Stanley Grafsky in the schedule, as he is Mr. Becker's usual partner involved in personnel decision-making, to ensure all relevant individuals are updated.
If you require any further details or modifications, please let me know.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
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