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Janine Vitiello

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Energetic and passionate professional with an educated background in public relations. Adept at preparing press releases, press kits and crafting social media strategy. Talented at pitching and thriving in changing situations. Flexible and spontaneous with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the media, including TV, radio, print and internet.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

MANAGER

Panino Rustico
08.2021 - Current
  • Manage and train front-of staff to ensure top-notch service and restaurant performance
  • Navigate periods of high volume with a calm demeanor to keep the restaurant operating to standard
  • Launched new products and services with thorough market research, leading to increased revenue growth.
  • Follow money-handling guidelines to verify check total, monitor tip disbursement, and manage cash drawer
  • Develop and implement marketing plans and promotional efforts to increase revenue.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

ENTERTAINMENT PR INTERN

Frank PR
02.2021 - 06.2021
  • Authored status reports to send to clients
  • Covered client screenings and Q&As, pull clips from TV Eyes, and take notes to present to senior staff
  • Organized press packets and press lists, and produced wrap books
  • Prepared press breaks for various noteworthy clients in the film/television industry, such as HBO, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the Food Network
  • Compiled research for publicists to help facilitate the coordination of major screenings, parties, and events
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.

PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERN/SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

Patti Conte, LTD.
06.2020 - 05.2021
  • Created official press materials (including press releases and press kits)
  • Constructed and implemented media strategy with publicists, agents, and managers
  • Researched and pitched to media contacts for coverage of clients
  • Edited teasers and promos, using Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premiere
  • Managed and promoted social media accounts for clients.
  • Maintained and updated media contact lists and databases for ease of access.

Education

Master's of Arts in Strategic Communications & Public Relations -

Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT
05.2023

Bachelor of Arts in Television and Radio & Emerging Media -

CUNY Brooklyn College
Brooklyn
05.2021

Skills

  • Proficient in PR software such as Cision, Muck Rack, & TV Eyes
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
  • SEO
  • Social Media Marketing on Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, & X
  • Well-versed in market and customer trends
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on interviewing and customer service
  • Team Leadership
  • Crisis Management
  • Press Release Writing
  • Brand Awareness

Certification

Crisis Management and Communication, STUKENT, 2023

Timeline

MANAGER

Panino Rustico
08.2021 - Current

ENTERTAINMENT PR INTERN

Frank PR
02.2021 - 06.2021

PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERN/SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

Patti Conte, LTD.
06.2020 - 05.2021

Master's of Arts in Strategic Communications & Public Relations -

Sacred Heart University

Bachelor of Arts in Television and Radio & Emerging Media -

CUNY Brooklyn College
Crisis Management and Communication, STUKENT, 2023
Janine Vitiello