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Alyson Kaufman

River Edge,NJ

Summary

Dynamic communications professional specializing in community engagement and public service initiatives. Proven

ability to enhance social media presence and develop engaging content. Strong organizational skills with a track

record of successful project outcomes.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Public Media Information Officer

Bergen Center for Child Development
10.2023 - Current
  • Established and maintained engaging school social media presence and website to enhance community communication.
  • Developed informative brochures, flyers, and fact sheets to effectively convey school programs and resources.
  • Provided compassionate care for students with disabilities in classroom settings.
  • Assisted in organizing school events.

Circulation Assistant

Twp. of Washington Public Library
01.2023 - Current
  • Support library patrons in performing research, handling material circulation, and issuing an average of 3 library cards per day.
  • Guided patrons in navigating library resources to improve access to information and services.
  • Provided technology support to patrons.
  • Assisted staff in organizing and executing adult events in the library.

Graduate Engagement Coordinator

Rutgers University School of Engineering
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Coordinated marketing and recruitment strategies for graduate programs to enhance visibility and interest.
  • Implemented strategies to increase student recruitment, engagement, and retention, resulting in an 18% increase in applicant queries.
  • Developed social media and email campaigns to engage potential applicants and drive inquiries.

Bookseller

Barnes & Noble Booksellers
09.2021 - 04.2022
  • Utilized consultative sales methods to identify customer requirements and recommend suitable products.
  • Engaged customers to identify needs and suggested optimal merchandise choices, enhancing their shopping experience.
  • Managed an average of 10 incoming calls per day to communicate product information, features, and benefits.

Education

Master of Communication and Media - Communication And Media Studies

Rutgers University
Piscataway, NJ
05-2023

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Digital Filmmaking

Ramapo College of New Jersey
Mahwah, NJ
05-2021

Skills

  • Social Media marketing
  • Content Creation
  • Website Management
  • Digital Communication
  • Public Relations
  • Community Engagement
  • Strategic Planning
  • Canva
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Google Suite

Timeline

Public Media Information Officer

Bergen Center for Child Development
10.2023 - Current

Circulation Assistant

Twp. of Washington Public Library
01.2023 - Current

Graduate Engagement Coordinator

Rutgers University School of Engineering
05.2022 - 05.2023

Bookseller

Barnes & Noble Booksellers
09.2021 - 04.2022

Master of Communication and Media - Communication And Media Studies

Rutgers University

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Digital Filmmaking

Ramapo College of New Jersey
Alyson Kaufman