Dynamic, results-driven communication and public relations individual with

a strong desire to grow and succeed professionally. Outstanding work ethic

with excellent prioritization skills. Ability to maintain focus in demanding wor
k environments, under deadlines and pressure conditions. Proficient writing abil
ities, exceptional communication skills and accomplished public speaker. Adapts
easily to new situations and cooperates well with others.
Professional Skills
Document Preparation: Proficient using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and developin
g presentations. Experience writing, formatting, proofreading printed and electr
onic business correspondence, reports and newsletters. Skilled using Portable Do
cument Format and File Transfer Protocol. Capable of extensive internet research
.
Created monthly media coverage reports for presentation to clients.
Maintained, revised and distributed press kits.
Developed quarterly and annual reports. Researched advertising value and circula
tion figures to determine accurate results.
Spreadsheet Management: Developed and maintained Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.
Prepared monthly reports to track and organize media coverage for twelve hospita
lity industry clients.
Prepared and maintained spreadsheet of over 8,000 journalists world-wide on a da
ily basis to facilitate ease of access to contact information used to send press
releases quickly and efficiently.
Organization Management: Utilized Google Calendars and acted as Office Manager.
Maintained calendar of events, photo shoots and interviews for office and client
use.
Managed six person office and trained new employees on office procedures.
Human Relations: Successfully cooperated with management, colleagues, clients,
journalists, members of the press, representatives of delivery companies, commun
ity organizations and the general public.
Effectively acted as liaison between journalists and clients to assist in produc
ing media coverage. Supplied press kits, coordinated property visits, interviews
, photo shoots and maintained contact with journalists until coverage was comple
te.

Experience
Simoneink, LLC - McLean, Virginia
Public Relations Assistant 2008 - 2009
Worked directly with President of public relations firm to develop strategic pub
lic relations, marketing and branding plans to promote exclusive resorts and top
restaurants throughout the United States including DC Coast, TenPenh, Ceiba and
Acadiana in Washington, DC.
The Record Herald - Waynesboro, Pennsylvania
Freelance Writer 2007 - 2008
Created and developed articles for the Business Beat. Researched and interviewed
business leaders in the greater Waynesboro area.
Waynesboro School District - Waynesboro, Pennsylvania
Substitute Teacher 2007 - 2008
Taught a variety of subjects for students ranging in ages from 12-18, focusing o
n presentation skills to engage students in classroom discussions and lessons.
Gained professional experience and received positive feedback from administrator
s.
Lancaster Brewing Company - Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Marketing Intern 2007
Assisted Vice President of Sales and Marketing to develop marketing plans to pro
mote new products and seasonal events.
Lancaster Recreation Commission - Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Marketing Intern 2006
Assisted Director of Marketing to plan and promote annual New Year's Eve festiva
l in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Education
Millersville University of Pennsylvania - Millersville, Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science
Communication and Public Relations, Psychology; GPA 3.12
Courses studied: Principals of Public Relations, Public Relations Writing, Publi
c Relations Issues, Public Relations Campaigns, Communication Theory, Crisis Com
munication, Theories of Rhetoric, Business Professional Communication, and Indus
trial and Organizational Psychology.