Millie Dorgan
Communications Specialist
San Diego,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic, personable, creative. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Media-savvy individual with strong journalism skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Desiring to take on challenging position with long term career potential.
Desiring to take on a challenging position with long term career potential and network building. Growing my skills in the fashion and public relations community, as well as practicing my ability to assist others in promoting their personal brands.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Fashion and Lifestyle Public Relations Intern
Ragdoll Public Relations
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained and updated media contact lists and databases for ease of access.
- Tracked and reported on success of campaigns and public relations efforts.
- Developed original content for blog posts and website articles using Canva and Adobe Photoshop.
- Drafted, edited and distributed press releases, media advisories and other public relations materials.
- Wrote and distributed press releases and social media content for clients and company.
Assistant
Microvision Optical
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Packaged and distributed sunglasses, reading glasses, and apparel.
- Assisted with marketing and promoting Microvision optical brand.
- Provided input and direction with graphics, website promotion, and packaging.
- Assisted with customer reviews and promotion.
- Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
Counselor
San Diego Girl Scouts
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Supervised girls ages 4-12, lead event team-building activities, assisted girls in leadership and confidence building, and worked with other counselors to organize promotions and camp itineraries.
- Adapted to ensure continuous accessibility during COVID-19.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement amongst young girls.
UCSD Jacobs Hospital Intern
UCSD Health
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Assisted patients and nurses with needed tasks, transported patients, answered phone calls and questions, helped visitors with directions, assisted with patient transport, and overall hospitality to patients
- Worked front desk, assisted customers, answered phone calls and questions from customers.
Hostess
Point Loma Brigantine
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA12.2023
High School Diploma -
Point Loma High School
San Diego, CA06.2019
Skills
- Excellent communication and journalism skills
- Strong team member who works best with others
- Well-organized
- Hard-working, timely, coachable, adaptable, aptitude for learning new skills
- Video creation (Instagram reels, tik tok, shorts, etc)
- Experience with Canva and Adobe Photoshop
- Press Relations
- Troubleshooting and Assistance
- Marketing Assistance
- Brilliant understanding of social media algorithms and brand aesthetics
- Blog Posts
- Media Lists
- Public Relations and Sales
- Administering Social Media Accounts
- Communication Strategies
- Audience Engagement
- Industry Trends
- Brand Image Alignment
- Manage Media Relations
- Media Outlets Research
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
HybridOn-SiteRemoteImportant To Me
Company CultureCareer advancementWork from home optionPersonal development programsTimeline
Fashion and Lifestyle Public Relations Intern
Ragdoll Public Relations
08.2023 - Current
Assistant
Microvision Optical
07.2022 - 08.2023
Counselor
San Diego Girl Scouts
05.2021 - 08.2022
UCSD Jacobs Hospital Intern
UCSD Health
09.2018 - 08.2019
Hostess
Point Loma Brigantine
05.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
Louisiana State University And A&M College
High School Diploma -
Point Loma High School
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