Bridget Tost
Political Communication Professional, International Relations Graduate Student
Scranton,PA
Summary
Recent Political Communication graduate with a passion for advocacy and journalism through creative visual storytelling. Experience in policy, volunteer management, and digital media management. Self-directed and ambitious with track record of excellent performance in both autonomous and collaborative environments.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Team ENOUGH Intern
Brady Campaign To Prevent Gun Violence
2024.01 - 2024.05
- Assisted in the coordination and management of over 15 chapters of over 100 volunteers nationwide.
- Created and distributed communications via Callhub, email, Mobilize, and Volunteer Match to plan and promote advocacy events, opportunities, and campaigns.
- Prepared packages for and communicated with chapter leaders nationwide to ensure smooth operations.
- Played instrumental role in planning of statewide California virtual advocacy week, scheduling 18 meetings with legislators, communicating with volunteers, and leading multiple legislative meetings.
- Participated in in-person lobbying on Capitol Hill, including representing Team ENOUGH at the Congressional Future Forum Caucus Roundtable.
- Independently answered volunteer and chapter leader queries.
Human Rights Intern
Guatemala Human Rights Commission/USA
2023.08 - 2023.12
- Produced content for organization's social media pages.
- Translated and edited press releases, bulletins, & mass emails from Spanish to English.
- Monitored transnational hearings and court proceedings; produced related content and summaries.
- Researched and drafted award proposals, organization statements, and human rights research.
- Helped plan and execute fundraising events.
- Participated in lobbying meetings with Congressional staff to promote Guatemalan human rights interests.
Education
Master of Arts - International Relations
Institut Barcelona D'Estudis Internacionals
Barcelona, Spain 2001.05 -
Bachelor of Arts - Political Communication
The George Washington University
Washington, DC 2021.08 -
Skills
- Google Analytics and Workspace
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Microsoft Office
- AP Stylebook
- Canva
- Meeting Coordination
- Social Media Management
- Newsletter and Mass Communication Production
- Digital Content Production
Timeline
Team ENOUGH Intern
Brady Campaign To Prevent Gun Violence
2024.01 - 2024.05
Human Rights Intern
Guatemala Human Rights Commission/USA
2023.08 - 2023.12
Bachelor of Arts - Political Communication
The George Washington University
2021.08 -
Master of Arts - International Relations
Institut Barcelona D'Estudis Internacionals
2001.05 -
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