Stefanie Walters

stefaniewalters@hotmail.com
970-409-0026

Relevant Experience:
Account Assistant

August 2014-Present

WildRock Public Relations and Marketing, Fort Collins, CO

Conduct target market research and competitor analyses
Write press releases, build targeted media lists and pitch to local and national media outlets
Plan and execute client events including grand openings, special events and tradeshows
Generate creative writing content for Facebook, Twitter, blogs and eNewsletters

Intern

April 2014-August 2014

WildRock Public Relations and Marketing, Fort Collins, CO

Drafted public relations and marketing plans
Compiled and scrubbed targeted media lists using Cision
Built and monitored social media including Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest for clients

Account Coordinator

January 2014-May 2014

RamPR, CSU, Fort Collins, CO

Promoted and executed student-sponsored events for local non-profits
Managed and analyzed Facebook and Twitter accounts for clients

Anchor/Reporter/Technical Director

August 2013-May 2014

CTV11 News, CSU, Fort Collins, CO

Filmed and edited footage
Conducted interviews
Wrote scripts for one news package per week
Operated switcher in control room during live news and sports shows
Anchored weekly live news shows

Intern

May 2011-August 2011

KSMT Radio, Breckenridge, CO

Managed publicity booth at company-sponsored events
Co-hosted talk show
Edited audio clips for commercials

Summary of Qualifications:

Active member of the Public Relations Student Society of America (Colorado State University Chapter)
Specializes in PR, media relations, targeted research and strategic planning
Can find a balance between creativity and practicality, allowing for effective strategies and solutions.
Deadline-driven multi-tasker with natural written and oral communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, WordPress and CisionPoint

Education:
Colorado State University
B.A., Journalism and Media Communication
Minor: Business Administration
GPA: 3.5

Anticipated Graduation: May 2015