College Manager

Location:

Athens, GA

Posted:

July 18, 2013

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Resume:

Chelsea Mellin

Contact

Tel : 603-***-****

E-mail : *******@***.***

Address : *** ********** **. #**,

Athens, GA 30606

Key Skills

• Proficient using Windows and Mac operating systems

• Skills using Microsoft Office software as well as Adobe Creative Suite products

• Knowledgeable in a variety of journalistic fields, specializing in public affairs

• FEMA certification in communications, management, leadership and decision making

• Strong background in media and politics

Education

2012 to Present Masters of Public Administration – In Progress

The University of Georgia Athens, Georgia

Specialization in Higher Education and Local Government

2008 to 2012 Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism

Keene State College Keene, New Hampshire

Work Experience

Athens-Clarke County Police Department

Social Media Intern

Created and Developed new social media policy

Provided feedback on current social media use by the department

Designed materials for upcoming Youth Police Academy

Produced deliverables on department use of fuel and hybrid vehicles

Keene State College

Internship

February 2013 - Present

College Work-Study

Assistant to a Professor

September 2011- May 2012

Assisted with scholarly writing and research

Seeking out grants and opportunities for exhibition

Essential administrative tasks around the office and campus

The Equinox Elected Position

Elected Opinions Editor April 2011-May 2012

Managed a staff of writers

Mentored and coached writers on their work for the section

Responsible for entire section, including columns and editorial

Design of layouts for section using InDesign

Professional Development and Accolades

Excellence in Continuing Coverage – 1st Place Society of Collegiate Journalism

Society for Collegiate Journalists May 2013

FEMA Professional Development Series, NIMS FEMA Professional Development Courses

Federal Emergency Management Agency March 2013

Emergency management courses

Managing communication, volunteer, exercises etc. Keene State College Journalism Award

Public Affairs Journalist of the Year May 2012

Journalism Department at Keene State College

Public Relations Crash Course Public Relations Lecture

Dr. Marianne Salcetti February 2012

National College Media Convention Journalism and Leadership Conference

Associated Collegiate Press and College Media Advisers October 2011

Volunteer and Other Experience

KSC Against NH Budget Cuts

Founder

Founder, Student Organizer

2010-2012

Created group to fight higher education cuts in state budget

Organized 60 student peaceful protest at state house

Planned meetings and protests for students

Collected and organized students for letter writing and petitioning

Independent Study

Literature Review with Prof. John Mehrtens at Keene State College

2010-2011

Created a literature review consisting of current scholarly work

Focused on anti-American sentiments since September 11th.

Planned meetings and protests for interested students

KSC Right to Vote

Founder, Student Organizer

Organized student group to combat legislation in N.H. State House

Created petitions and letter writing campaigns

Planned meetings and protests for interested students

The Equinox

Volunteer

Staff Writer

January 2011-April 2011

Writer for the Arts & Entertainment and News Sections

Conducted interviews and extensive research for articles

Worked with specific editors on long-term projects and continuing coverage

Clubs

KSC Against NH Budget Cuts Founder March 2011-2012

2008-2012

Keene State College Pride

2009-2012, Secretary 2009-2010, Co-President 2011-2012

Keene State College Democrats

Political Science Club Founder, Secretary 2010-2011, President 2011-2012

KSC Right 2 Vote Founder, January 2011- 2012

Keene State College Track and Field 2008-2011

Keene State Rugby 2010-2011

References

Joshua Watkins Whitney Cyr Kenneth Meola John MacLean

Planning and Research Keene Equinox Police Chief City Manager

Athens-Clarke County P.D. Keene State College Keene Police Department Keene City Government

Athens, GA Keene, NH Keene, NH Keene, NH

706-***-**** ext. 289 508-***-**** 603-***-**** 603-***-****

Julio Delsesto Marianne Salcetti Wes Martin Michael Welsh

Journalism Professor Journalism Professor Political Science Prof. Political Science Prof.

Keene State College Keene State College Keene State College Keene State College

Keene, NH Keene, NH Keene, NH Keene, NH