Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Volunteer Experience
References
Timeline
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Vanessa Martinez

Orlando,FL

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

District Office Intern

US Congressman Maxwell Frost
02.2024 - 04.2024
  • Acted as a liaison between constituents and government agencies to resolve issues related to Social Security, Medicare, Veterans’ Benefits, and Immigration Services.
  • Assisted in planning and executing social media campaigns for legislative initiatives and community outreach.
  • Created engaging content, including email and website newsletters, social media captions and graphics to communicate the Congressman's policies and initiatives.
  • Conducted research on legislative measures and policy proposals aimed at addressing systemic barriers and promoting equity.

Legislative Intern

Anna Eskamani, Florida House Of Representatives
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Provided comprehensive policy and legal research, utilizing Stata software and Florida stage government databases.
  • Engaged in constituent services and casework, addressing critical issues such as unemployment and housing, as well as utilizing proficiency in Spanish, French and Creole to communicate with non-English speakers.
  • Active participation in committee hearings, ensuring an in-depth understanding of legislative processes and contributing insights to the team.

Editor in Chief

Her Campus Magazine At Rollins College
05.2022 - 08.2023
  • Established and refined publishing guidelines, providing clear direction to the editorial team of 20 members.
  • Created and edited written content (Politics, Wellness, Fashion, Beauty, Entertainment), showcasing exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality materials.
  • Utilized Instagram and TikTok to manage content creation and social media marketing efforts.

Campaign Intern

Anna Eskamani, Florida House Of Representatives
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Provided opponent and policy research to develop a strategic campaign strategy, including identifying sources of campaign funds and major donations.
  • Operated canvassing software and voting verification tools, resulting in increased accuracy and efficiency during campaign activities.
  • Supported logistics of campaign events, including town halls and fundraising house parties, enhancing overall event attendance and engagement.

Communications Chair

Amnesty International At Rollins College
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Worked with 25 other chapter members, planning and implementing human rights campaigns and workshops, including a collaboration with Ideas for Us and United Abolitionists to create care packages for human trafficking survivors.
  • Developed and executed a strategic social media plan on Instagram to raise awareness about human rights issues.
  • Led fundraisers on campus, including a fundraiser for organization Nova Ukraine which aids Ukrainian refugees.

Junior Editor

Her Campus Magazine At Rollins College
09.2020 - 05.2022
  • Coordinated and revised written material of 20 members before publication, ensuring high-quality content.
  • Managed and curated content for the magazine's social media platforms, including Instagram and TikTok.
  • Wrote and published 20 articles on various topics, including politics, wellness, beauty, and entertainment .

Education

Semester Study Abroad -

Institute For American Universities
Aix-en-Provence, France

Master of Laws - International Law

Utrecht University
Utrecht, Netherlands
2025

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Rollins College
Winter Park, FL
12.2022

Skills

  • Multilingualism – Fluent in English and Spanish Intermediate knowledge in French and Haitian Creole
  • Stata: Statistical Software for Data Science
  • Academic Research – Able to conduct detailed and methodical investigation into a topic
  • Analytical Skills: Logic, Quantitative Analysis, Qualitative Analysis, Deductive Reasoning

Volunteer Experience

  • Nova Ukraine 04/01/22, Fundraised with Amnesty Rollins for Ukrainian refugees and held media campaign.
  • Ideas for Us and United Abolitionists 02/01/22, Participated in workshop to create care kits for trafficking survivors.

References

  • Pavielle Haines, PH.D., Former Professor and Advisor, Political Science Department Rollins College, Winter Park, FL, phaines@uidaho.edu
  • Rep. Anna V. Eskamani, Florida House of Representatives, anna.eskamani@myfloridahouse.gov

Timeline

District Office Intern

US Congressman Maxwell Frost
02.2024 - 04.2024

Legislative Intern

Anna Eskamani, Florida House Of Representatives
05.2023 - 08.2023

Editor in Chief

Her Campus Magazine At Rollins College
05.2022 - 08.2023

Campaign Intern

Anna Eskamani, Florida House Of Representatives
05.2022 - 08.2022

Communications Chair

Amnesty International At Rollins College
08.2021 - 05.2022

Junior Editor

Her Campus Magazine At Rollins College
09.2020 - 05.2022

Semester Study Abroad -

Institute For American Universities

Master of Laws - International Law

Utrecht University

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Rollins College
Vanessa Martinez