Lauren Melia
Cincinnati
Summary
Energetic and engaging individual with knack for building strong relationships and creating memorable experiences. Possesses solid understanding of marketing principles and excellent communication abilities. Capable of driving brand awareness and fostering customer loyalty through impactful interactions.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Communications and Social Media Intern
USA Diving
05.2025 - Current
- Wrote event recaps, press releases, and athlete feature stories for USA Diving’s official website and social media platforms to highlight national competitions and athlete achievements.
- Updated athlete bios and competition results on the USA Diving website through the organization’s CMS (in collaboration with Content Shack) to ensure accuracy and consistency across all digital channels.
- Managed and built USA Diving’s Pinterest account from the ground up—developing post schedules, curating content, and aligning visual branding with the organization’s tone and marketing goals.
- Assisted in the on-site management of the 2024 Junior National Championships in California, supporting live event operations, media coordination, and social media coverage.
Brand Ambassador
Altar'd State
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Increased positive word-of-mouth referrals through genuine, personalized customer interactions and excellent product knowledge.
- Ensured accurate representation of the brand by maintaining consistent messaging and visuals across all promotional materials and presentations.
- Enhanced brand recognition by executing promotional events and engaging customers with product demonstrations.
- Boosted sales through effective collaboration with store staff to promote products in high-traffic areas.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Cincinnati
05-2026
Skills
- Content Writing & Editing
- Social Media Management
- Website Management
- Digital Marketing
- Communication & Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Demonstrate excellent time management skills by balancing 30+ hours a week of practice, travel, competition and academics
- Build positive relationships through teamwork, communication and strong work ethic
- Gain valuable leadership skills through team experiences on and off the field
Intercollegiate Athletics
The University of Cincinnati | Division 1 NCAA Diving
August 2023-Present
Miami University | Division 1 NCAA Diving
August 2022-May 2023
Timeline
Communications and Social Media Intern
USA Diving
05.2025 - Current
Brand Ambassador
Altar'd State
06.2024 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Cincinnati
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