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About Me

Ability to develop and implement successful branding strategies
Professional writing and editing skills with a thorough knowledge of AP Style
Innovative thinker driven to learn and apply new ideas
History of planning dynamic promotional events
Dependable team player and respectful of others

Work History

Promega Corporation
Traffic Coordinator
Febuary 2010 to Present

United Way of Dane County
Loaned Executive
July 2009 to December 2009
Managed a portfolio of 48 accounts (goal of $304,047); research each account’s potential and assist in setting goals for the organization
Performed account research, prepared and conducted presentations and developed strategies to communicate the United Way story to CEOs and employees
Polished public speaking and communication skills with colleagues, volunteers, United Way staff, community leaders, CEOs and employees
Conducted campaign training sessions for company volunteers, facilitated delivery of campaign materials, made United Way presentations to employee groups, and provided necessary follow up
Monitored accounts to ensure campaign strategy adherence and work with Resource Development staff to ensure accurate campaign projections

The film, CA$H
PR Contributor, freelance
May 2009 to Febuary 2010
Responsible for researching and finding popular blogs and publications across the UK.
Continuously draft and market “Delicious” account; created for tracking blogs and web sites (see LinkedIn Profile).
Work closely with PR manager and consistently offer strong support to social media outlets.
Support internal staff and assist public relations team in designing innovative communication and marketing strategies.

UW-Whitewater
Public Relations Assistant II
January 2008 to December 2008
•Wrote press releases and feature stories about campus news and events for area news organizations and the university Web site (www.uww.edu).
•Wrote “Hometown News Releases” announcing UW-Whitewater students’ accomplishments.
•Drafted and distributed communication materials such as media lists and press releases.