Resume

 

Education

Master of Arts Degree, DePaul University, Chicago, IL (November 2014)

• Public Relations and Advertising; Cumulative GPA: 3.9/4.0

 

Bachelor of Arts Degree, Buena Vista University (BVU), Storm Lake, IA (May 2011)

• Major: Communication Studies; Minor: Media Studies; Cumulative GPA: 3.8/4.0

 

Professional Development

• Corporate Affairs Intern, Weber Shandwick, Chicago, IL (August 2014-present)

  • Gather relevant media coverage and draft summaries to incorporate into monitoring reports for Bank of America

  • Track media coverage for Motorola Mobility mobile devices and corporate matters using Meltwater and TVEyes

  • Draft flags reporting breaking news coverage affecting the technology industry and Motorola Mobility

  • Help compile special monitoring reports for Motorola Mobility (i.e. launches and competitor announcements)

  • Conduct detailed background research for various new client projects

  • Draft social media posts and press releases for clients including Bank of America

  • Create targeted media lists through Cision

  • Conduct targeted pitching efforts within key markets to secure media placements

  • Helped staff several major events including a portfolio launch for Motorola Mobility, the annual Bank of America Chicago Marathon kick-off press conference, and the Lenovo acquisition of Motorola Mobility

• Web & Marketing Writer, Buena Vista University, Storm Lake, IA (January 2012-September 2013)

  • Provided effective copy-writing services for marketing materials including postcards, letters and brochures

  • Redeveloped website content for each of the university’s five schools and academic programs

  • Wrote daily press releases and composed stories for the university’s two biannual publications

  • Pitched story ideas to local and statewide media outlets

  • Analyzed and evaluated media coverage 

• Catering Manager, King’s Pointe Waterpark Resort, Storm Lake, IA (July 2011-December 2011)

  • Oversaw the development, promotion, and execution of a variety of events including weddings and conferences

  • Personnel management including the supervision and scheduling of 10-12 banquet staff

  • Established relationships with the public and community leaders to promote the hotel’s venues and services

• Academic Assistant, Buena Vista University, Storm Lake, IA (May 2008-May 2011)

  • Provided aid to Dr. Elizabeth Lamoureux, Professor of Speech Communication

  • Assisted with research, grading and general organizational responsibilities

• Conference Coordinator Intern, Buena Vista University’s Siebens Forum Office, Storm Lake, IA (January 2010)

  • Planned multiple events ranging from small business meetings to large celebrations with more than 400 guests

  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills while working closely with internal and external client

 

Campus Leadership

• Co-VP of Special Events for Student M.O.V.E. (Mobile Outreach and Volunteer Efforts)

  • Coordinated a variety of activities including Adopt-A-Family, Hobo Days, and the Volunteer Recognition Reception

  • Created and implemented marketing strategies to promote community service projects

• Assistant News Editor for the award-winning campus newspaper, The Tack (August 2009-May 2010)

  • Interviewed individuals and composed written articles weekly

  • Recruited writers, photographers and graphic designers each week

 

Honors

• Member of The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

• Member of the PRSA and the PRSA Chicago Chapter  

• Recipient of the Achievement in Speech Communication Award, 2011 Iowa Communication Association Conference

• Member of the Iowa Communication Association

• Recipient of the School of Communication & Arts Senior of the Year Award for Communication Studies

• Member of the Alpha Chi National College Honor Scholarship Society

• BVU’s President’s Scholarship

• Buena Vista University Academic Dean’s List, 8 semesters