Leila Turner
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Communications professional with focus on impactful content creation, media engagement, and public relations. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Proven skills in team collaboration, strategic communication planning, and message consistency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative and Communications Intern
UNC Athletics
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted in creating press releases and promotional materials, ensuring consistent messaging across platforms.
- Developed and maintained social media content for athletic events, enhancing fan engagement.
- Coordinated logistics for media coverage during sporting events, streamlining communication between teams and journalists.
Tar Heel Ambassador - Athletic Event management
UNC Athletics
08.2023 - Current
- Spearhead community engagement by delivering information on promotional events and pre-game activities, fostering positive interactions
- Fostered community engagement through outreach initiatives and events promoting UNC Athletics.
Student Journalist Intern
ACC College Football Media Day
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Conducted in-depth interviews with players and coaches to gather unique insights and story angles.
- Managed social media channels, increasing follower engagement and promoting published articles effectively.
Student Journalist Intern
NFL
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Collaborated with editors to refine content, ensuring clarity and adherence to publication standards.
- Coordinated press coverage logistics during major events, optimizing workflow for efficient information dissemination.
Sponsorships and Public Events Externship
College Fb Championship
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Assisted with pre game activities throughout the week at the George R. Brown Convention Center
- Provided on-field support during the national anthem and post-game activities
- Assisted with sponsorships and collaboration of the "Houston Loves Teachers" event
Media Team Contributor
Central Piedmont Communications department
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Contributed to the media team by filming welcome and orientation videos
- Assisted with filming social media content
- Introduced Governor Roy Cooper during the Long Leaf Grant press conference
- Conducted research and analysis to inform strategic communication initiatives and improve messaging effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations/Advertising and Sports Administration
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC11-2025
Associate of Arts - Communications
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC05.2023
Skills
- Intimate familiarity with social
media platforms - Google Workspace
- Microsoft Teams
- Community engagement
- Qualtrics
- Canva
Timeline
Creative and Communications Intern
UNC Athletics
07.2024 - Current
Student Journalist Intern
ACC College Football Media Day
07.2024 - 07.2024
Student Journalist Intern
NFL
04.2024 - 04.2024
Sponsorships and Public Events Externship
College Fb Championship
01.2024 - 01.2024
Tar Heel Ambassador - Athletic Event management
UNC Athletics
08.2023 - Current
Media Team Contributor
Central Piedmont Communications department
08.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations/Advertising and Sports Administration
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Associate of Arts - Communications
Central Piedmont Community College