Assistant Executive

Christian Araujo

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EDUCATION

Fordham University, New York, NY

Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies (Honors College), May 2009

GPA: 3.61 (Cum Laude)

Honors: Deans List (Spring 2009, Fall 2008, Spring 2007, Fall 2006), Pforzheimer Honors College Scholarship ($15,000) Department of

Communication Studies Scholarship Recipient ($5,000)

Activities: Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity, Inc., Resident Advisor and Orientation Leader

EXPERIENCE

A+E Networks - Legal Assistant to Senior Vice President & Grand Counsel New York, NY

January 2013 to June 2013

Played an administrative role for Senior Vice President and the Legal & Business Affairs team.

Drafted and finalized agreements and amendments before execution.

Played as the liaison between A+E Networks and multiple production companies.

Managed calendars and scheduled conferences for senior staff.

Executed and released first milestone payment to production companies.

Provided support on shows such as (Project Runway, Duck Dynasty, Dance Moms, Hillbetties, etc.)

L izzie Grubman Public Relations & Management - PR Executive Assistant / Account Coordinator New York, NY

A ugust 2011 to November 2012

Played an administrative role for senior staff

Arranged extensive international travel and itineraries

Assisted with personal tasks (i.e. managing and coordinating appointments, calendar management, registering for events,

etc.)

Provided marketing and public relations support to internal brands and celebrity clients, including but not limited to:

Mentos UP2U Gum, NoHo-Hangover Relief, Maksim Chmerkovskiy (Dancing with the Stars) Val Chmerkovskiy (Dancing

w ith the Stars), Kylie Bissuti (Victoria Secret Angel) & Actor Billy Baldwin

Served as point of contact for both internal and external communications, ensured brands and products were properly

represented with PR initiatives

Coordinated public appearances and product placement on Good Morning America: Super Bowl XLVI and ESPN: Mike and

M ike in the Morning

Virginia & Ambinder, LLP – A dministrative Assistant /Receptionist New York, NY

January 2010 to August 2011

Conducted the initial review of employees claim file & created detailed file summaries

Assisted Attorney’s during settlement, mediation, arbitration and t rial

Draft settlement agreements

Acted as the liaison between multiple departments, clients and coordinators

Played an administrative role supporting all Associates and Partners

I ndustry Public Relations – PR Executive Assistant New York, NY & Los

A ngeles, CA

September 2009 to January 2011

Assisted with personal tasks (i.e. managing and coordinating appointments, some travel, calendar management, registering

for events, etc.) as needed

Coordinated public appearances and product placement on BET AWARDS, BET Black Girls Rock, Today Show, NY-1, 106 &

Park, Access Hollywood, ET, etc.

Conceptualized ideas for launch parties and events such as: Young Jeezy Vibe Cover, Kelis' Album Release, Nick Cannon

“ Halo Awards”, Kelis' Backstage and Personal tour

Periodically served as point of contact with European & Latin American markets

I N TERNSH I PS

CORE Marketing Group - Public Relations Intern New York, NY

September 2008 to May 2009

5W Public Relations – E ntertainment Department Intern New York NY

January 2008 to July 2008

S KILLS

Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Photo Shop, C ISION, Adobe Suite, M asthead, Expert proficiency in copy-editing and

manuscript proofreading; Expert proficiency in the English language, grammar, and syntax; Highest level of verbal and written communication

skills. F luent in Spanish (Written & Verbal)

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