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Mia Furfari

Moorestown,NJ

Summary

I am currently studying Advertising at Penn State University Park in the Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications, with minors in Journalism and Psychology. Active member of the sorority Kappa Kappa Gamma and the Penn State Club Cheerleading team. Involved in various organizations, including the AD/PR Club, THON Committee, Project Paws, and the student-run broadcast program PSN TV.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Junior Reporter

Sinclair Broadcast Group
South Bend, USA
05.2022 - 07.2025
  • Gained hands-on experience in all aspects of news production at a leading news station.
  • Shot, edited, and submitted high-quality content, including packages and VOSOTs, for broadcast.
  • Conducted interviews with community members and ensuring accurate and compelling storytelling.
  • Appeared live on air during broadcasts, delivering reports with professionalism and clarity.
  • Developed strong technical skills in video shooting and editing, as well as newsroom workflow.

Cheerleading Coach

Stingray Allstars
Southampton, New Jersey
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Led practice sessions focused on improving individual and team cheerleading skills for athletes aged 8-12.
  • Assisted the head coach in planning and executing training programs to enhance performance and foster teamwork.
  • Leveraged 13 years of experience as an all-star cheerleader, contributing expert knowledge and technique refinement.
  • Mentored young athletes, instilling discipline, confidence, and a passion for competitive cheerleading.
  • Member of a nationally recognized team, achieving multiple major national titles through dedication and teamwork.

Social Media Ambassador

Bella Rose Luxury Boutique
01.2023 - 08.2025
  • Develop and execute engaging social media content strategies to drive customer engagement and increase in-store traffic.
  • Create visually appealing posts, reels, and stories, showcasing the boutique’s luxury products to target audiences.
  • Interact with followers across social platforms, responding to inquiries and fostering community engagement.
  • Assist customers in-store by providing personalized shopping experiences and product recommendations.
  • Collaborate with the boutique team to align social media campaigns with promotional events and sales goals.

Server

Celebrities Grill
University Park, PA
10.2024 - Current
  • As a server, I learned how to communicate effectively with people
  • I had to learn how to communicate with a wide range of people, from customers to coworkers
  • I improved my ability to multitask and keep customers happy

Education

High School Diploma -

Bishop Eustace Preparatory School
Pennsauken, NJ
05-2023

Communications

Penn State
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01-2027

Skills

  • Public Speaking
  • Leadership
  • Promotion
  • Education
  • Journalism
  • Social Media Management
  • Content Creation

Clubs and Involvement

  • AD/PR Club, Professional club associated with the college of communications, focusing on advertising and public relations.
  • THON Committee, Key role in helping THON fulfill its mission of conquering childhood cancer, planning events and spreading awareness.
  • Project Paws, Volunteered at local shelters, caring for animals and organizing fundraisers and collection drives.
  • PSN TV, Student-run news broadcast covering local and national news, sports, and entertainment.
  • Powerfully Pink, Promoted and educated on the importance of Breast Cancer and women's health.
  • Penn State Club Cheer team.
  • Little Miss New Jersey 2015

Timeline

Server

Celebrities Grill
10.2024 - Current

Cheerleading Coach

Stingray Allstars
05.2024 - 07.2024

Social Media Ambassador

Bella Rose Luxury Boutique
01.2023 - 08.2025

Junior Reporter

Sinclair Broadcast Group
05.2022 - 07.2025

High School Diploma -

Bishop Eustace Preparatory School

Communications

Penn State
Mia Furfari