Assistant Director
Resume:
Christine Olley
Havertown, PA 19083
610-***-****; abku61@r.postjobfree.com
Experienced writer with a solid foundation in the media, including
newspapers, magazines, multimedia content, social networking, and public
relations
EXPERIENCE:
The Philadelphia Daily News, Philadelphia, PA
February 2006 to present
General Assignment Reporter
. Write and research in-depth longer form features and detailed daily
articles using a variety of different sources
. Report and write breaking news on deadline
. Mentor and guide other interns through the writing and interview
process
. Develop numerous sources by cultivating honest, lasting, professional
relationships
. Work with the city's police and fire departments on dedication
ceremonies for fallen officers and firefighters
. Joined the Daily News as an intern and was hired as a permanent staff
member as a result of internship
CanoodleSoup.com, Philadelphia, PA
December 2008 to present
Co-writer of daily entertainment blog
. Write daily blog posts about famous Hollywood couples in a quirky, non-
traditional style
. Proficient in WordPress as a result of blogging experience
GirlsTalkinSmack.com, Philadelphia, PA
January 2010 to present
Co-writer of daily entertainment blog
. Write daily blog posts with an opinionated voice about fashion,
celebrities, and entertainment related topics
ZLife Magazine, Hollywood, FL
September 2010
Freelance Contributor
. Researched and wrote a feature article about Zumba fitness focusing on
real life stories where individuals used Zumba for charitable purposes
and the people that benefited as a result.
WHO Magazine, McMahons Point, AU
September 2008 Freelance
Contributor
. Researched and wrote a feature article about a young mother lured into
joining a cult
. Circulation of WHO Magazine is approximately 153,000 and readership is
approximately 837,000
Philadelphia Fashion Week, Philadelphia, PA
October 2009
Volunteer Public Relations Assistant
. Helped to coordinate press coverage for the inaugural event, which
included organizing credentials, supervising photographers and
reporters on the day of the event.
. Assisted the Director of Public Relations by organizing media
inquiries
INDUSTRY AWARDS:
Keystone Press Award 2009, Honorable Mention for Crime Beat Reporting
Media Friendship Award 2010, International Association of Firefighters
Local 22 Philadelphia Firefighters' Union
EDUCATION:
Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism
Graduated January 2008
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES:
Sussex Fitness Center, Broomall, PA
October 2009 to present
Certified Zumba Fitness Instructor
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