ERIN MATTHEWS
AECOM
Knightdale,NC
8
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented professional with a background in urban planning, project coordination, stakeholder communication, and problem-solving. Eager to develop technical expertise in IT operations, network monitoring, and technical support while contributing to system reliability and effective issue resolution.
Work History
Urban Planner II
2 Years 10 Months- Prepared technical planning reports, site analyses, and policy recommendations for public and private projects.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to integrate planning, transportation, environmental, and design considerations.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings and community outreach to gather input and address project concerns.
TEAM LEADER
1 Year 3 Months- Helped with administrative support by managing 30 incoming calls, coordinating files and sorting mail daily.
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
- Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy and commitment to friendly service.
Social Media Coordinator
3 Months- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities, completed 30 tasks.
- Created engaging social media content promoting swim meet events, athletes, and community initiatives.
- Optimized social profiles, hashtags, and metadata to strengthen visibility and discoverability.
- Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring a consistent brand voice and message.
ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER
4 Months- Supported 10 senior managers and department leaders by completing projects and problem resolution under tight budgets and schedule demands.
- Closely collaborated with project members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Assisted management and marketing in developing and maintaining strong business relationships.
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT INTERN
1 Month- Assisting in preservation of departmental materials.
- Assisting in preparation of large volumes of damaged books for repair lab.
- Answered incoming calls, recorded messages, and supplied information.
Education
MASTER OF URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING - Urban and Regional Planning
- Relevant Coursework: Site Development, Intro to GIS, Land-Use Law, Data Analysis
- Extracurricular Activities: Member of Urban Planner Of Color (UPOC); Member of Orange County Young Emerging Planners (OC YEP)
Master of Science - Liberal Arts, Journalism, Journalism
- Awards & Honors: Dean's List
- Extracurricular Activities: Member of Student Recruitment Team
Skills
Organizing
Planning
Strong Leadership
Timeline
Urban Planner II
AECOM
12.2023 - CurrentRead More
TEAM LEADER
Verano Community Center
09.2022 - 12.2023Read More
Social Media Coordinator
National Black Heritage Championship Swim Meet
06.2022 - 09.2022Read More
ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER
Brilliant Corners
05.2022 - 09.2022Read More
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT INTERN
The Winterthur/University of Delaware, Yale University, Gates Lab
06.2018 - 07.2018Read More
University of California Irvine
MASTER OF URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING from Urban and Regional Planning
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Hampton University
Master of Science from Liberal Arts, Journalism, Journalism
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