Alison Warburton

24 Bridal Court, North Kingstown, R.I 02852

(401) 699-2441 awarburton@my.uri.edu
Public Relations Experience:
Public Relations Assistant at Alight PR, Wakefield, R.I

Spring 2015-present

Provide daily coverage reports and media lists for three major technology companies
Demonstrate independent work ethic and flexibility by working in a virtual environment
Compile client, competitor and industry research to stay up to date on weekly trends

Summer 2015

Event Coordinator for Raw Elements USA, Narragansett, R.I

Connected with local media outlets to setup interviews and coverage of the event
Communicated with sponsors regarding donations, event details and post-event follow ups
Organized materials and coordinated budgets, inventory and details of major event in July

Spring 2015

Public Relations Internship at Duffy and Shanley, Providence, R.I

Monitored social media activity and clientele promotion for prominent regional clients
Communicated professionally with major publications and potential outlets for promotion
Drafted company profiles, press releases and social media posts for specified clients

Summer 2014

Business/ Marketing Internship at Just Train, North Kingstown, R.I

Helped increase social media presence by creating platforms and editorial calendars
Created a monthly newsletter by providing design layouts, content and feature stories
Provided demographic research and multichannel marketing ideas to increase sales

Business/ Marketing Internship at WISH, Newport, R.I

Spring 2012

Organized a timely marketing campaign focused on the reuse and sale of prom dresses
Provided content and managed posts on social media platforms

Skills:

Expertise in utilizing CisionPoint and Compete for research and contacts

Proficient with use of social media promotion (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Mail Chimp,
LinkedIn, Wordpress, Pinterest, Bloglovin, Hootsuite)
Proficient in website design and infographics (Weebly, Facebook, Microsoft Office,
Powerpoint, Excel, Adobe Photoshop, DreamWorks)
Demonstrated public speaking skills and event management as MC of local event
Strong work ethic through years of work experience and internships

Education:
University of Rhode Island, Kingston, R.I
Major: Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations
Minors: Writing and Rhetoric, Psychology
GPA: 3.5
Additional Work Experience:
PJs Pub, Narragansett, R.I

May 2016

Fall 2014-present

Demonstrated multitasking and prioritization in a fast paced environment while handling

cash and credit
Communicated with diverse populations and sold food and drinks
Assisted with training and development of new employees

Activities and Achievements:

Completed certification program in Level I Nonviolence Training

Fall 2015
o Demonstrated leadership, communication skills and conflict management through
application of nonviolence principles and methodology as influenced by Martin
Luther King Jr.
Initiative to Educate Afghan Women
Fall 2014
o Engaged in professional partnership with organization in Providence, R.I
o Participated as group leader, class representative, and MC of final event showcase
The Good 5 Cent Cigar
Fall 2012-Spring 2013
o Published op-eds and weekly news stories to student-led newspaper