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Katherine Beirne

Chicago,IL

Summary

Creative and visionary communications professional, highly motivated to leverage education and experience to excel within the aviation field. Skilled in leading marketing and communications strategies, interviews, and promotional events. Reliable and dedicated individual who utilizes emerging digital technologies, creative writing, and strategic communication to maximize company awareness. Recognized for consistently infusing a creative spark while directing projects, planning special events, and supporting cross-functional staff.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

RECRUITING REP & VIRTUAL INTERVIEWER

UNITED AIRLINES
06.2022 - Current
  • Improved employee retention rates by conducting thorough interviews and ensuring proper fit between candidates and company culture.
  • Maintains accurate records of all recruiting activities and applicant data.
  • Collaborates with department heads to understand staffing needs and requirements.
  • Reduced time-to-fill metrics by consistently identifying top talent through proactive outreach efforts.
  • Communicates with candidates to set up interviews and clearance appointments, and to answer questions regarding roles.


CONTENT DEVELOPER

Self Employed Services
01.2020 - Current
  • Leverages creativity and passion for writing to compose articles, drive content creation, and build social media accounts.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with subject matter experts to produce accurate and authoritative content on a variety of topics.
  • Former contracted writer for Artfunder, EQ, and Verily

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

DISTRICT 58 IL
10.2019 - 05.2022
  • Demonstrated flexibility, patience, and a commitment to student success in a dynamic educational setting
  • Collaborated with full-time teachers and staff to ensure continuity of instruction and adherence to school policies
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.

MARKETING INTERN

DOWNTOWN DOWNERS GROVE MANAGEMENT CO.
01.2018
  • Drove seamless coordination of local events and developing innovative content for social media platforms
  • Created and distributed press releases and materials to local media outlets, promoting various events to boost awareness and increase attendance.

EVENTS DIRECTOR

WVUR RADIO STATION
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Developed radio-related concerts and events for campus community
  • Collaborated with on-campus organizations to promote and plan events.

CONTENT WRITER & SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

EQ TECHNOLOGY GROUP
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Directed company social media with original posts; composed IT tickets out for projects and created posts for company clients
  • Created weekly posts on social media platforms to advertise company services.

Education

Master of Science - Communications

Purdue University

Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Public Relations

Valparaiso University

Skills

  • Interviewing
  • Recruiting
  • Content Creation
  • Public Speaking
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Organization

Accomplishments

  • Dean’s List
  • Lambda Pi Eta & Mortar Board Honor Society
  • Outstanding Senior Award

Volunteer Experience

  • American Association of University Women
  • St. Joseph Catholic School

Timeline

RECRUITING REP & VIRTUAL INTERVIEWER

UNITED AIRLINES
06.2022 - Current

CONTENT DEVELOPER

Self Employed Services
01.2020 - Current

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

DISTRICT 58 IL
10.2019 - 05.2022

MARKETING INTERN

DOWNTOWN DOWNERS GROVE MANAGEMENT CO.
01.2018

EVENTS DIRECTOR

WVUR RADIO STATION
01.2018 - 01.2019

CONTENT WRITER & SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

EQ TECHNOLOGY GROUP
01.2017 - 01.2018

Master of Science - Communications

Purdue University

Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Public Relations

Valparaiso University

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