Virginia Myers
Chicago,IL
Summary
Energetic storyteller with a passion for effective communication and creative marketing solutions. Well-versed in digital content creation and social media strategy. Committed to driving impactful campaigns that resonate with diverse audiences. Eager to staff on-site events and learn more about brand marketing!
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Abroad
Council for International Education Exchange
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans aligned with bilingual curriculum standards
- Collaborated with colleagues to support student progress address individual needs
- Maintained records of student performance and behavior
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and adaptability while teaching and interacting with students from diverse backgrounds
- Utilized technology in unique ways to enhance learning and interactive lesson plans
- Participated and occasionally ran a writers' workshop where peers wrote their own stories and had them critiqued
Communications & Marketing Intern
Trust for the National Mall
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Planned, coordinated, and executed creative donation campaigns across multiple digital mediums (newsletters, website, email campaigns, social media)
- Staffed on-site events as a liaison to stakeholders and as a fundraiser for potential donors, embodying the organization’s mission and values
- Assisted in event research and preparation, ensuring successful outcomes and developing methods for thanking event sponsors
- Collaborated with the communications team to develop the communications calendar, ensuring alignment with the organization’s goals
- Communicated across departments to ensure all moving parts were coordinated for seamless event execution
- Designed merchandise and managed its distribution to event attendees
- Monitored event media coverage and maintained positive dialogue with media contacts
- Performed website and social media updates, including creative content creation and editing, to ensure the organization’s online presence remained current and professional
- Built a comprehensive photo and video library
- Conducted and transcribed interviews for publication on the organization’s website
- Researched and presented social media analytics to enhance outreach, providing insights into the organization’s online presence and audience engagement
Research Assistant
The George Washington University
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Edited research papers with a focus on grammar, structure, and data presentation
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge
- Recruited study participants by designing an incentive system and campaigning on campus
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity
Writer
Pixstory
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Wrote 5-7 articles per week
- Collaborated with the intern team to design a project tracking app, improving team efficiency and organization
- Established the official Pixstory presence on social media, promoting the app and engaging with potential users
- Contributed to story ideation and planning with the intern team, ensuring a cohesive and engaging content strategy
- Interviewed individuals by phone, video chat and in-person to write stories
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major in Communication And English
The George Washington University
Washington, DC05.2023
Skills
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Community Engagement
- Multimedia Storytelling
- Customer Service
- Event Planning
- Social Media
- Content Creation
- Editing and Proofreading
- Advanced Writing Abilities
- Schedule Monitoring
- Creative Brainstorming
Timeline
Teacher Abroad
Council for International Education Exchange
09.2023 - 06.2024
Communications & Marketing Intern
Trust for the National Mall
09.2022 - 08.2023
Research Assistant
The George Washington University
09.2021 - 05.2022
Writer
Pixstory
01.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major in Communication And English
The George Washington University