Education:
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
Bachelor of Science degree
Journalism (Advertising/Public Relations emphasis)
GPA: 3.2
Major GPA: 3.4
Professional Experience:
C. Blohm & Associates, Inc. – Cottage Grove, Wisconsin
Account Coordinator/Senior Account Coordinator (May 2009-present)
-- Independently manage client accounts: drive strategic public relations planning process and budget management, as well as day-to-day interaction
-- Write and distribute press releases, editorial pitches and case studies
-- Manage agency's social media presence (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube) and contribute to blog
-- Develop social media plans for various clients; help build and manage individual accounts
-- Write copy for and manage production of bi-monthly e-newsletter
-- Assist in coordinating media appointments and other logistics for major trade conferences
-- Provide support to Account Executives on a variety of client projects
Weidert Group, Inc. – Appleton, Wisconsin
Public Relations Intern/Assistant (September 2008-February 2009)
-- Assisted with 2009 public relations planning
-- Researched and drafted editorial pitches to local and national publications
-- Wrote press releases announcing client news
-- Engaged in and utilized social media tools
-- Monitored client coverage using CisionPoint
Oshkosh Police Department – Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Public Relations Consultant (September-December 2008)
-- Developed press release template for future news announcements
-- Created brochure template and brochure for Neighborhood Watch program
-- Created Neighborhood Watch Block Captain’s Guide Book for future neighborhood watch programs
Experimental Aircraft Association
Public Relations/Publications Intern (May-August 2008)
-- Wrote press releases for various summer events, including the world's largest aviation convention, AirVenture Oshkosh
-- Assisted communications staff at press headquarters during AirVenture Oshkosh 2008
-- Wrote articles for the organization's monthly e-newsletter and AirVenture chairman newsletter
-- Drafted copy for the AirVenture website and Museum Guide Book
Affiliations/Association Memberships:
American Heart Association (AHA) - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Social Media Volunteer Board Member (June 2011 - present)
-- Submit and share timely, relevant content related to AHA initiatives via social media channels
-- Participate in social media events (Facebook chats, Twitter parties) to promote AHA initiatives
-- Provide ideas, content and contribute to discussion with other board members to boost AHA's online presence
Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)
National and Madison, Wis. chapter member (November 2010 - present)
Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity
Public Relations Advisor - Marquette University, Theta Epsilon chapter (January 2011 - present)
-- Advise Marquette University chapter on communications efforts, provide counsel to Public Relations Vice President
Skills:
-- Proficient in public relations planning, media relations, copy writing, copy editing, social networking, event planning, project management, general web and graphic design, Associated Press (AP) style writing
-- Computers: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Macromedia Dreamweaver, SPSS, Cision Media Monitoring, Social media tools (Twitter, HootSuite, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube), Internet/Netscape and Email
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
Bachelor of Science degree
Journalism (Advertising/Public Relations emphasis)
GPA: 3.2
Major GPA: 3.4
Professional Experience:
C. Blohm & Associates, Inc. – Cottage Grove, Wisconsin
Account Coordinator/Senior Account Coordinator (May 2009-present)
-- Independently manage client accounts: drive strategic public relations planning process and budget management, as well as day-to-day interaction
-- Write and distribute press releases, editorial pitches and case studies
-- Manage agency's social media presence (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube) and contribute to blog
-- Develop social media plans for various clients; help build and manage individual accounts
-- Write copy for and manage production of bi-monthly e-newsletter
-- Assist in coordinating media appointments and other logistics for major trade conferences
-- Provide support to Account Executives on a variety of client projects
Weidert Group, Inc. – Appleton, Wisconsin
Public Relations Intern/Assistant (September 2008-February 2009)
-- Assisted with 2009 public relations planning
-- Researched and drafted editorial pitches to local and national publications
-- Wrote press releases announcing client news
-- Engaged in and utilized social media tools
-- Monitored client coverage using CisionPoint
Public Relations Consultant (September-December 2008)
-- Developed press release template for future news announcements
-- Created brochure template and brochure for Neighborhood Watch program
-- Created Neighborhood Watch Block Captain’s Guide Book for future neighborhood watch programs
-- Assisted communications staff at press headquarters during AirVenture Oshkosh 2008
-- Wrote articles for the organization's monthly e-newsletter and AirVenture chairman newsletter
-- Drafted copy for the AirVenture website and Museum Guide Book
Social Media Volunteer Board Member (June 2011 - present)
-- Submit and share timely, relevant content related to AHA initiatives via social media channels
-- Participate in social media events (Facebook chats, Twitter parties) to promote AHA initiatives
-- Computers: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Macromedia Dreamweaver, SPSS, Cision Media Monitoring, Social media tools (Twitter, HootSuite, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube), Internet/Netscape and Email
