Macy Grymes
Boone,NC
Summary
Aspiring public administration professional with hands-on experience in healthcare engagement, community programming, and organizational support. Through roles at Blue Cross NC and in journalism, I have developed strengths in research, stakeholder communication, and translating complex information for diverse audiences. I am seeking graduate training in public administration to strengthen my ability to support effective and equitable public and nonprofit programs.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Associate
Blue Cross NC
08.2024 - Current
- Provide customer service related to healthcare, insurance benefits, claims, payments, and enrollment.
- Support special events, seminars, and community engagement projects.
- Participate in planning and executing community volunteer events.
Engagement and Program Development Intern
Blue Cross NC
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Designed and implemented a trivia-based community engagement program for at-risk youth to reduce social isolation and strengthen partnerships with a local nonprofit organization.
- Collaborated with other teams to support program strategies and communications to support program strategy, outreach, and communications initiatives.
- Participated in market research and reporting to measure competitor initiatives.
Marketing Intern / Interim Director of Marketing
Value Build Homes
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed and executed integrated digital, social media, email, and print campaigns.
- Managed organizational social media accounts with consistent, strategic messaging.
- Coordinated events and community outreach efforts to increase brand visibility.
- Produced written content for newsletters, websites, and marketing materials.
Journalism and Multimedia Intern
The Sway
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted interviews and produced compelling stories for digital news platforms.
- Captured event photography and co-hosted podcast segments.
- Collaborated on multimedia content creation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Digital Journalism, Minor in Marketing
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05.2026
Skills
- Effective teamwork
- Microsoft Office
- Research
- Collaboration
- Writing and editing
- Public speaking
- Multimedia operations
- Program management
Certification
- Power BI
- Youth Mental Health First Aid
- Psychological First Aid
Timeline
Engagement and Program Development Intern
Blue Cross NC
05.2025 - 08.2025
Student Associate
Blue Cross NC
08.2024 - Current
Marketing Intern / Interim Director of Marketing
Value Build Homes
05.2024 - 08.2024
Journalism and Multimedia Intern
The Sway
09.2023 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Digital Journalism, Minor in Marketing
Appalachian State University