Social Media Manager

Education

George Mason University

May ****

B.A. Communications

oConcentration: Public Relations

oMinor: Events Management

Relevant Coursework Skills & Certificates

Public Relations Association/Nonprofit Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity

Business and Professional Communication Relay for Life Planning Committee

Event Implementation/Evaluation Strong Work Ethic

Introduction to Events Management Adaptability

Wedding Planning/Management Schedule Management

Professional Experience

USO-Metro

Field Operations Coordinator September 2017 – Present

Coordinate large-scale event logistics, operations, inventory, communication, promotion, volunteer coordinator, etc. in conjunction with Program Specialists.

Assist Program Specialists with the carrying out of programs and events.

Transport, assemble, and maintain novelty equipment including: popcorn machines, cotton candy, moon bounce and obstacle course inflatables, radar pitch, etc.

Design promotional material and key art collateral to communicate programs and services to customers and community (example: event flyers, social media postings, corporate/community partner correspondence, EventBrite, Constant Contact).

Capture testimonial feedback, photos, media clips, etc. to be used for key stakeholder communications.

Maintain and secure organized records and proper security and care for USO equipment, vehicles, fixtures, and supplies.

Assist Center Operations and other departments with the carrying out of USO programs when necessary or directed. Provide support to USO-Metro events at other locations in the Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore area.

Measure program outcomes and collect feedback regarding program activities to validate offerings.

Provide supervisor and other departments with regular in-kind and statistical reports to recap activities and delivery of services.

Utilize a dedicated volunteer corps and special interest groups to support programs, events and other unique opportunities organization-wide. Regularly recognize and reward volunteer efforts.

Organize meetings and presentations.

Other duties as assigned.

Celebrate Fairfax Inc.

Program Coordinator, Intern January 2017 – August 2017

Collaborate with the Program and Creative Director in developing new program ideas and/or “freshening up” current areas at the festival

Worked as Entertainment and Beverage Coordinator for Lorton’s Workhouse Brewfest which was held on August 12.

Facilitated the Fairfax Corner Summer Concert Series on behalf of Celebrate Fairfax Inc.

Helped organized and plan special events including Festival Kick-Off Event, Salute to the Lords and Ladies of Fairfax, Young Professionals’ Mixer, and the Post-Festival Thank You event.

Support staff with general setup and tear down for the festival, as well as post-event organization of equipment and supplies.

Created and updated social media calendar to ensure Celebrate Fairfax! Festival posts, sponsor benefit posts and community event posts were fulfilled on time.

George Mason University Housing

Intern June 2015 – August 2017

Contributed to website redesign project by creating all infographics and taking photos to be used on University Housing’s webpage

Monitor and post on blogs, forums, and social media networks to update students on housing changes, need-to-know dates, emergency situations, and auxiliary events hosted by George Mason University.

Utilized keywords and cost/benefit analysis to best reach our intended market while maintaining a cost-effective approach.

Created and updated social media calendar to ensure Celebrate Fairfax! Festival posts, sponsor benefit posts and community event posts were fulfilled on time.

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