EDUCATION Bachelor of Arts in Communication

Public Relations Concentration / Studio Art Minor

Messiah College, Mechanicsburg, PA

GLOBAL Wesley Institute Feb-June 2013
EXPERIENCE Sydney, Australia
Earned 15 credit hours in applied arts while developing skills in cross-cultural
communication and adaptability
Demonstrated organizational skills by planning and executing several international and
national trips Northern, Southern and Western Australia, and New Zealand.

RELATED Target, Guest Services Attendant May 2011-Present
EXPERIENCE Muhlenburg, PA
Delivers strong guest focused culture to consistently exceed guest expectations
Resolves guest concerns in a positive, helpful manner
Supervises front lane team members
Fosters a pleasant and team oriented environment

BestSemester, Alumni Ambassador Aug-Dec 2013
Mechanicsburg, PA
Generated student interest by scheduling and facilitating information sessions for off-
campus studies
Advised and assisted students after events

Harrisburg City Islanders, Public Relations Intern Aug-Dec 2013
Harrisburg, PA
Regulated and revitalized social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter & Instagram)
Maintained the general office email account and answered phone calls
Created and organized new participant program

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Coordination Intern Jan-May 2012
Harrisburg, PA
Performed marketing and all event coordination for Team in Training Program
Planned and executed successful annual alumni event on $0 budget

SKILLS Microsoft Office Suite Adobe Creative Suite Constant Contact

HONORS/ Fleetwood Bible Church Website Redesign Consultant, Spring 2014-Present
ACTIVITIES Lifes Choices \Client Services Representative, Spring 2014-Present
Messiah College Deans List, Fall 2013
Forgotten Voices Campaign Member, Fall 2013
Public Relations Student Society of America Member, 2011-2013
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