Madeline Foglia
Washington
Summary
Holds a BA in Public Relations and a minor in Art History from American University, graduating in 2023. Transitioning to education as a Master of Arts in Teaching applicant, aiming to apply communication skills in a classroom setting. Background includes public relations and event planning, showcasing effective project management abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Events Coordinator - Union Market Hi-Lawn/The Dome
Blagden Hospitality Group
Washington
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Coordinated and executed large-scale events with up to 5,000 attendees, including corporate functions, weddings, and community events, ensuring all aspects ran smoothly from conception to completion.
- Managed end-to-end event logistics, including vendor negotiations, timeline development, staffing, and on-site coordination, resulting in consistently high client satisfaction.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create engaging content for social media and email campaigns, boosting event visibility and driving ticket sales.
Events and Wedding Planning Assistant Project
Thriving Flames Wedding Planning
Washington
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Coordinated weddings from start to finish, ensuring flawless execution
- Provided exceptional customer service, leading to increased client satisfaction
- Managed logistics for rehearsals, ceremonies, and receptions
- Assisted with budget management, ensuring adherence to financial constraints
- Fostered strong relationships with vendors and venues for seamless collaboration
Community-Based Public Relations Project
The Climate Inc
Washington
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Worked on social media outreach in the non-profit sector
- Managed five social media accounts and created promotional and educational content
- Planned and hosted a successful fundraising event that surpassed campaign goals
- Pitched community calendars, traditional, and social media
Public Relations Student Society of America Member
American University
Washington
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Gained real work experience through working on different projects with real clients in and around Washington, DC
- Public Relations Student Society of America
Social Media Intern Lead
Wedding Salon
New York
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Lead intern team in social media outreach strategy
- Planned and created content for Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter
- Worked on social media promotional campaign which increased ticket sales by 20% for showcase events in NYC, Miami, LA, and Chicago
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations And Strategic Communication, Art History
American University
Washington, DC05.2023
High School Diploma -
Immaculate Heart Academy
Washington Township, NJ06.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-College Fashion Business
The Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NYSkills
- Public Relations
- Public Comm Research
- Media Studies
- Writing for Comm
- Effective Team Skills
- Public Speaking
- Critical Social Thought
- American Dreams, American Lives
- US Race, Politics, and Power
- Decolonial Feminism in the Arab World
Affiliations
Special Needs Dance Teacher, Sharing the Arts, Waldwick, NJ 9/2016 - 6/2018
- Taught a dance class to teens and young adults with disabilities every week
- Planned classes and dance routines in serval dance styles including ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and contemporary
Religious Education Teacher, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Ridgewood, NJ 9/2016 - 7/2018
- Taught 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders religious education in a school year once a week program
- Taught 5th graders in 2-week religious education summer intensive
- Planned activities and trips around the church to enhance learning
Accomplishments
- Presidential Volunteer Service Award, 6/2018
Timeline
Events Coordinator - Union Market Hi-Lawn/The Dome
Blagden Hospitality Group
06.2024 - 04.2025
Events and Wedding Planning Assistant Project
Thriving Flames Wedding Planning
12.2023 - 06.2024
Community-Based Public Relations Project
The Climate Inc
01.2023 - 05.2023
Social Media Intern Lead
Wedding Salon
05.2022 - 08.2022
Public Relations Student Society of America Member
American University
11.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations And Strategic Communication, Art History
American University
High School Diploma -
Immaculate Heart Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-College Fashion Business
The Fashion Institute of Technology
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