Nicole Bessinger
Wappingers Falls,NY
Summary
- NEWHA All-Academic Team (3.0+ Cumulative GPA): 2022, 2023, 2024
- Ruth M. Grant Academic Achievement Award (3.5+ Semester GPA): 2023, 2024
- Dean's List: Fall 2024, Spring 2023, 2024
- Sacred Heart University's Academic Scholarship: 2021-2025
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Relations Intern
Dana Lewis Public Relations
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Increased awareness of company services and products with implementation of PR strategies.
- Maintained and updated media contact lists and databases for ease of access.
- Participated actively in brainstorming sessions that generated innovative ideas for upcoming pitches.
- Drafted, edited and distributed pitches to journalists for 10 company clients.
Team Lead
Fun Box
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork and open communication to 30 person team.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
Ice Hockey Coach
Caliber
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked with girls ages 8-16 to teach basic, intermediate, and advanced hockey skills and concepts during clinics and games.
- Promoted sportsmanship and created a positive team environment.
- Established a connection with players to ensure a feeling of trust.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Strategic Communications, Advertising & PR
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT05-2025
Skills
- Pitch writing
- Media list creation and upkeep
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Detail-oriented
- Communications strategies
- Social media platforms
- Proficient in Connectively & Muck Rack
Timeline
Public Relations Intern
Dana Lewis Public Relations
07.2024 - 12.2024
Team Lead
Fun Box
06.2023 - 09.2024
Ice Hockey Coach
Caliber
03.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Strategic Communications, Advertising & PR
Sacred Heart University
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