alexandria.l.barbour@gmail.

com
919.274.5270
720 Loch Highlands Dr
Raleigh, NC 27606

Objective
Secure a Public Relations position where I can effectively utilize my
professional experience, creativity and writing skills to make a positive
contribution to an organization.

Education
North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
May 2011
Bachelors Degree Communications
Concentration Public Relations
Minor in Journalism and Design Studies
GPA 3.72—Graduating Magna Cum Laude

Work Experience
French | West | Vaughan Raleigh, NC
Intern May 2010- Present
 Support various accounts including: equine, travel, tourism, non-profit and professional services
 Secured media coverage in a variety of outlets including The Charlotte Observer, Atlanta Journal-Constitution and
other regional newspapers
 Research content and draft press releases
 Pitch stories and conduct follow up on press releases with television, print and online media outlets
 Compile and calculate media clip reports
 Build and qualify media lists
 Actively participate in agency brainstorm sessions, team meetings and development programs

Mangrum Publishing, Inc. Raleigh, NC

Intern for Weddings Magazine July 2009-Present
 Planned and Initiated Weddings Magazine Blog & Blog Project: Project Engagement
 Create inspiration boards and articles for the Weddings Magazine website and blog
 Edit copy for Weddings Magazine
 Represent Weddings Magazine at Triangle area bridal shows
 Assist at photo shoots

Learning Express Raleigh, NC

Sales Associate June 2010 – December 2010
 Receive and merchandise product using effective sales strategy
 Design displays and set up for holiday events

Edge Cheer and Dance Raleigh, NC

Head Instructor May 2007- May 2010
 Supervised, planned and conducted camps across North Carolina
 Used constructive and conflict management communication skills to effectively work with a staff of 75, up to 600
campers a week, teams and their coaches
 Collaborated with middle school and high school coaches to enhance programs and build team spirit

University Housing Raleigh, NC

Resident Advisor August 2008- May 2009
 Planned and implemented programs both large and small scale on a budget ranging from $50-$1,000
 Demonstrated communication, problem-solving, crisis management, team work and leadership skills while advising
30 residents
Community Involvement
Western Wake Young Life Leader
Panther Creek High School 2008-Present
 Volunteered more than 1,500 hours with this non-denominational Christian organization and mentored and
counseled high school girls
 Plan entertaining events and trips for groups ranging in size from 5-50
 Presented messages to large and small groups

Alternative Service Break March 2009

 Travelled to Hoonah, Alaska with a group of 15 students to volunteer at community Head Start Program, public
school, Boys and Girls Club and elderly center

Other Skills
Proficient in Cision, MyMediaInfo, BurrellesLuce, Microsoft Office, editing, SPSS, Blogger, Wordpress, Facebook,
Twitter and basic design templates

References
Available upon request