Allison O'Brien

Third-year student at DePaul University in Chicago studying Communication and Media with a focus in Journalism, and a minor in Architecture and Urban Development. I am passionate about storytelling, community building, and engaging with Chicago’s vibrant cultural and music scenes. Through independent journalism work and hosting a weekly radio show, I have developed strong interviewing, reporting, and on-air communication skills across multimedia platforms.

Gaining hands on journalism, reporting, and interviewing

I am beyond interested in event planning, promotion and coordinating to foster community and collaboration. My architecture studies give me a unique perspective that helps me to materialize these goals of building and implementing community forward inclusive spaces.

My work experience as a tennis instructor for youth has taught me the importance of caring for our future generations. I developed group leadership and teaching skills, helping my students build confidence and skills.

I recently volunteered with the Chicago Underground Film Festival, where I promoted the event on their street team, and soon joined their hospitality team. Hospitality meant being a welcoming presence to guests as well as ensuring client needs and relationships were upheld.

• Graphic Design
• Social media management
• Coordinating, organizing and planning events
• Event/brand advertisement and marketing
• Artist promotion and outreach
• Email marketing and newsletters
• Booking shows
• Flyer and promotional material design
• Audience engagement strategies
• Video and photo editing
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