Luke Sides
San Marcos,TX
Summary
Skilled communications expert specializing in strategic messaging and media relations. Experienced in creating press materials and facilitating media inquiries, leading to significant increases in visibility and engagement metrics.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant Intern
HillCo Partners
Austin, TX
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Assisted in conducting detailed research on policy issues and legislative developments.
- Compiled data and prepared reports that informed decision-making for internal and external stakeholders.
- Presented research findings and provided project updates during team meetings to enhance understanding of progress.
- Collaborated with team members on various projects and research initiatives.
- Organized and maintained documentation of research materials, ensuring accessibility and supporting ongoing project needs.
- Updated records and documentation associated with ongoing projects or experiments.
Communications Assistant
Texas State Athletics
San Marcos, TX
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Drafted press releases and promotional materials for athletic events, enhancing visibility and engagement.
- Researched and compiled information for media inquiries and athlete biographies, supporting effective media communication.
- Documented live player and game statistics to assist in performance analysis. for players and games to support analysis.
Tutor
Youth Villages AmeriCorps
Douglasville, GA
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Created individualized learning plans addressing diverse student needs to enhance academic performance.
- Guided students in effective homework strategies and study skills, resulting in improved subject comprehension.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted tutoring strategies accordingly.
- Fostered active participation through interactive activities aligned with student interests, increasing engagement.
- Coordinated group study sessions to promote teamwork and shared understanding.
- Monitored students' mental health and well-being and reported back to therapists and hospital staff
Research Assistant Intern
Democrats for Education Reform
Remote
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Conducted detailed research on policy issues and legislative developments to inform project strategies.
- Performed literature reviews to identify relevant research papers and studies, enhancing project objectives and knowledge base.
- Utilized analytical tools to evaluate data trends and support recommendations.
- Presented research findings and project updates in meetings, enabling informed decision-making.
- Assisted in preparing presentations for client meetings and briefings, enhancing communication of research insights.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Fashion Merchandising Minor
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX08-2026
Skills
- Research analysis
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Audience analysis
- Strategic messaging
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Public speaking
- Media relations
Accomplishments
- Faces of Change Award 2019 - Pacers National Bullying Prevention Center
Timeline
Research Assistant Intern
HillCo Partners
02.2025 - 06.2025
Communications Assistant
Texas State Athletics
08.2024 - 01.2025
Tutor
Youth Villages AmeriCorps
09.2022 - 05.2023
Research Assistant Intern
Democrats for Education Reform
08.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Fashion Merchandising Minor
Texas State University