Successful public relations professional with substantial experience developing and executing successful PR campaigns. Skilled at creating positive relationships with media, stakeholders and clients. Strategic and committed to staying responsive and proactive in dealing with crises.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Internship
Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center
Mentored under the Communications Director and Public Affairs Director to assist small businesses & nonprofit organizations better connect throughout the county
Publicized marketing efforts for the Chamber events and coordinated public forums for upcoming local elections
Spearheaded a program/ cohort for business owners with the communications director called silent mentorship, which is still in use by the Chamber
Brokered marketing deals with the University on the Chamber partnership's behalf
Led and hosted stakeholder meetings for potential sponsorships and partnerships of the big corporations in the county with smaller owned businesses with potential financial layouts for both sides
Attended & participated in City Council meetings, and consultations, updating the virtual networking options for chamber members.
Student Worker on Assigned Task
Housing & Residence Life
01.2020 - 05.2022
Served as the Principle staff member, responsible for the successful implementation of staff development and implement housing department policies and procedures
Lead Manager, responsible for the daily management of student housing, building assignments, and student housing across the university
This includes but is not limited to planning for and helping students move-in day, the daily sustainment operations, and maintenance duties
The setup of dorms where students spend time, they are not in class connecting with piers in which they will make lifelong friends
Established, developed, and maintained relationships with new families who are entrusting the safety of their children to the university
I strove to give an example of a student whose parents instilled good virtues and knowledge as well as a caring nature to make the home away from home a great place to be
Managed organizational housing logistics for the fall, spring, summer, and transitional housing accommodations, including coordination and scheduling for early/late arrivals/departures, inventory, equipment, and furniture management for each dorm, or apartment area.
Sales Representative
Kohls
04.2019 - 01.2020
Assisted an average of 60 people a day in finding or selecting items, as well as providing recommendations, which generated a total of $5000 in additional revenue for the store
Stocked, Replenished, and organized inventory with accuracy and efficiency
Completed tasks an average of 10% faster than average associates
Maintained Accurate and attractive merchandise displays, ensuring strategic placement of products to maximize purchases
Provided outstanding customer service, receiving 95% in customer service feedback surveys.
Education
Master’s in public administration - Administrative Management
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL
05.2024
Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Studies - Public Relations & Marketing
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL
05.2022
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Quick Learner
Fast Learner
Problem-Solving
Goal-oriented mindset
Interpersonal and Social Skills
Attention to Detail
Creative and Resourceful
Outstanding communication skills
Professionalism and Etiquette
Public Speaking
Research and analysis
Complex Problem-Solving
Initiative
Research
Strategic planning and analysis
Administrative tasks
Media Relations
Press Release Writing
Crisis Management
Social Media Strategy
PR strategy development
Internal Communications
Partnership Development
Event Planning
Community Relations
Online reputation monitoring
Corporate Social Responsibility
Program Leadership
Speech Writing
Media training
Certification
Microsoft Office
Web Design and Development
Social Media Marketing
App Design
Notary Public
Loan Signing Agent
References
Available upon Request
Community Service
Community Social Concern Outreach Center – Paradis, LA (2016- Present)
St. Charles Parish Community Service Project (2016 – Present)
Public Relations Society of America JSU ( 2018-Present)
NPHC Public Relations Exec- Jacksonville State University (2019 – 2020)
Jacksonville State University Tornado Recovery Team (2017- 2018)
Jacksonville State University Football Team (2017-2020)
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc Member (2019 -present) Eta Mu Vice President ( 2020-2022)
Timeline
Student Worker on Assigned Task
Housing & Residence Life
01.2020 - 05.2022
Sales Representative
Kohls
04.2019 - 01.2020
Internship
Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center
Master’s in public administration - Administrative Management
Jacksonville State University
Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Studies - Public Relations & Marketing
Jacksonville State University
Microsoft Office
Web Design and Development
Social Media Marketing
App Design
Notary Public
Loan Signing Agent
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