Jessica Wiger

(703) 999-7628 | jmwiger@crimson.ua.edu | www.jessicawiger.com

SUMMARY
Aspiring young public relations professional with a passion for the sports industry. Extensive experience among sports entertainment and corporate hospitality disciplines, as well as sectors that include media relations, internal communications, social media and event planning. Searching for post-graduate internships and entry level positions within the public relations field.

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Information Sciences, Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa (May 2012) Double Major: Public Relations, Meetings/Event Management

RELATED EXPERIENCE
University of Alabama Athletic Facilities Department (Tuscaloosa, Ala., April 2011 Present) Student Athletic Facilities Assistant Coordinate the tour program where I provide tours of the athletic facilities to prospective students, athletes and fans Escort donors and other VIP personnel onto the field on game days Assist with Nicks Kids Foundation, Alabama Head Football Coach Nick Saban and his wife Terrys charity Assist with various events such as weddings and banquets that take place in The Zone, Recruiting Room, Scholarship Room and Press Boxes; Unlock and lock up the facilities for various athletic teams Capstone Agency, University of Alabamas student-run public relations firm (Tuscaloosa, Ala., September 2010 Present) Account Executive Collaborate with student organizations, local businesses and private parties to better a clients organization internally/externally Design graphic elements and materials while ensuring creative consistency on all projects Assist premium division with all marketing efforts, research and initiatives Crimson Tide Hospitality (Tuscaloosa, Ala., April 2010 April 2011) Skybox Team Member & Coleman Coliseum Club Room Team Member Attended to skybox holders while exhibiting outstanding customer service, marked tickets and affixed wristbands Assisted with hospitality set-up for special events and coordinated behind the scenes tasks to ensure operations ran smoothly Completed a checklist for pre-game, during the game, and post-game duties while supporting stadium/facility events Wiger Orthodontics (Ashburn, Va., September 2009 Present) Marketing Assistant & Website Administrator Produce artwork for print and web promotional material (brochures, handouts, presentations) Utilize and maintain the company website Ensure brand continuity on all projects College Fanz Sports Network (Summer 2009) Public Relations Intern Implemented creative marketing strategies to promote College Fanz Maintained a group page for my academic institution to drive traffic to the College Fanz website Submitted a weekly recap form to highlight my efforts and accomplishments Under Armour (Leesburg, Va., May 2009 August 2009) Retail Associate Gained valuable knowledge in the retail and customer service industry Maintained the floor's appearance Helped perform inventory functions

LEADERSHIP AND AWARDS

Active Member of Alpha Chi Omega Sorority (August 2008 Present) Active Member of PRSSA, Public Relations Student Society of America (September 2008 Present) Selected by PRSSA to represent The University of Alabama in the 2012 Bateman Case Study Competition Leadership Team/Student Mentor of UnAshamed, a student led Christian ministry (January 2011 Present) Awarded scholarship to attend the 2011 Professional Convention Management Association Annual Meeting in Las Vegas Nicaragua Mission Trips (summer of 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010; ORPHANetwork)