HYO WRITER
1000 Maple Avenue Fairfax, VA 22030 703-999-9999
QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS
· Experienced writer and highly skilled in written and verbal communications
· Experienced in event management
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Final Cut Pro
· Skilled in social media platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest
EDUCATION
B.A. in Communication, George Mason University (GMU), Fairfax, VA, Expected May 2015
Concentration in Journalism; Minor in Business GPA 3.52
Relevant Coursework: Principles of PR, PR for Non-Profits, and Marketing in a Global Economy
CLASS PROJECTS
Writing Across the Media project: Developed and executed a mock branding campaign for a national company. Created a three-page PR strategy to seek media attention and wrote several articles for magazines, online news outlets and social media.
Principles of Public Relations branding project: Worked with Mason Cable Network to develop a strategic brand message and create digital materials including a digital brochure, a radio PSA, and a news feature story.
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Intern, National Geographic Channel, Fairfax, VA January 2014 - Present
· Wrote and edited fact sheets for global priority television programs that were incorporated into press kits and distributed to National Geographic regional offices worldwide.
· Edited and entered metadata into photographs and visual media.
· Edited web site marketing content.
Editor, Broadside, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA May 2013 - August 2013
· Collaborated with a team of editors to read, fact check and ensure the quality of the student newspaper.
· Aided in analysis of client marketing and advertising strategy; created new promotion plan.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Peer Advisor, GMU Transition Research Center August 2012 - May 2013
· Support new students with schedule planning and preparation for faculty advisor meetings during New Student Orientation.
· Prepare and facilitate workshops focusing on time management, public speaking, studying and exam preparation strategies.
HONORS/LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
National Society of Collegiate Scholars, August 2012 - Present
Fundraising Chair, GMU Chapter American Marketing Association, August 2013 - Present
Member, GMU Chapter Public Relations Student Society of America, August 2012 - Present