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Andrea Salgado

Darien,IL

Summary

Dynamic communications professional with experience at the Village of Westmont, excelling in media relations and content editing. Proven ability to enhance stakeholder engagement through innovative campaign strategies and effective speechwriting. Strong collaborator with a focus on community engagement, driving successful initiatives that foster connection and participation.

Communications professional with focus on impactful content creation, media engagement, and public relations. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Proven skills in team collaboration, strategic communication planning, and message consistency.

Offering solid foundation in communication studies and passion for developing engaging content. Brings strong understanding of digital media trends and skills in social media management. Ready to use and develop writing and content creation skills in [Desired Position] role.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Communications Intern

Village Of Westmont
11.2020 - 01.2021
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions for campaign ideation, contributing innovative ideas that aligned with business objectives.
  • Helped with photo and video production and performed visual and sound editing tasks.
  • Prepared social media posts and videos with eye for viral content strategies.
  • Proofread and edited materials prepared by all staff to check and correct spelling, grammar, and style.
  • Assisted in the development of internal and external communication strategies, resulting in improved stakeholder relations.
  • Built strong relationships with media outlets and communications professionals to expand personal network.

Student Life Assistant

Chamberlain University
10.2019 - 03.2020
  • Promoted a sense of community among students by facilitating connections between individuals and groups on campus.
  • Encouraged collaboration between clubs and organizations by coordinating joint events promoting camaraderie amongst members.
  • Collaborated with various departments to create well-rounded programming that catered to diverse student interests.
  • Actively participated in professional development opportunities staying up-to-date on best practices in the field of student affairs.
  • Maintained accurate records of program participation, allowing for data-driven improvements in future initiatives.

Human Resources Intern

Treehouse Therapy
06.2019 - 10.2019
  • Developed strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Maintained relationships with personnel using strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
  • Updated and maintained employee records to respond quickly to requests for information.
  • Assisted in creating comprehensive onboarding programs for new hires, significantly reducing their ramp-up time.
  • Reviewed and updated HR policies to reflect current laws and best practices.

Office Assistant

Downers Grove Township
09.2017 - 05.2018
  • Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
  • Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.
  • Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
  • Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Marketing

College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL
05-2025

Associate of Applied Science - Management

College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL
05-2025

Skills

  • Community engagement
  • Content Editing
  • Effective Speechwriting
  • Media relations
  • Project Assistance
  • Prioritization

Certification

  • HubSpot Content Marketing Certification - HubSpot Academy.

Timeline

Communications Intern

Village Of Westmont
11.2020 - 01.2021

Student Life Assistant

Chamberlain University
10.2019 - 03.2020

Human Resources Intern

Treehouse Therapy
06.2019 - 10.2019

Office Assistant

Downers Grove Township
09.2017 - 05.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Marketing

College of DuPage

Associate of Applied Science - Management

College of DuPage

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