Tara Lynn Murray
****.********@*****.***
Fashion Blog: eastcoastgypsy.com
Fernandina Beach, FL
32034
OBJECTIVE: Seeking an opportunity where I can gain experience while utilizing my work ethic and passion for communications/human resources/administrative work
PROFESSIONAL & INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
Echo Design, February-July
New York, New York
Marketing/PR assistant
Assisted the CMO with scheduling and insuring timeliness to and from internal/external meetings and appointments
Provided daily assistance managing incoming emails, calls and requests
Processed invoices and expenses
Assisted with prep for photo shoots, model scouting, presentations and projects
Coordinated sample requests with various publications and managed returns
Compiled press credits
Supported in social media initiatives
Provided utility support to E-commerce and Creative Services teams
Echo Design, October-February
New York, New York
Administrative Receptionist
Managed incoming calls, emails and requests
Assisted Human Resources with tasks such as setting up new hires, managing finances and maintained various files
Scheduled and assisted with messaging services
Processed weekly invoices
Provided support to E-commerce, sales and operations teams
Alex and Ani, January 2014-July 2014
Charleston, South Carolina
Sales Associate
Provided exceptional customer care to clients on a daily basis, achieving their personal needs while showcasing the brand and significance of Alex and Ani
Organized and showcased merchandise within the store as well as sending out discontinued items
Assisted with social media networks
David Lerner, Summer 2013
New York, New York
Sales Intern
Assisted with organizing clothing in the showroom and sample closet
Managed and worked closely with their master account list
Generated Microsoft spread sheets for inventory as well prospect list for potential stores/boutiques
Assisted with photo shoots and models for DL’s Lookbook
Worked closely with linesheets
eMusic, Summer 2012
New York, New York
PR/Social Media Intern
Worked closely with eMusic’s social media networks
Created album reviews, Daily Downloads, Q+A for Arists/Groups
Assisted in the creation of the Pitchfork Music Festival
Analyzed recent campaign effectiveness and made suggestions for future campaigns to optimize resources
Collected and relayed various research to my boss as well as ran professional errands
Ralph Lauren Polo, Summer 2010
Sales Associate
Lancaster, PA
Provided customer service to customers in the store
Collaborated with store managers to create custom front store displays highlight from our fall collection.
Responsible for taking inventory in back room operations along with scheduling weekly inventory deliveries
Worked the register and performed both purchase and return transactions.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Big Brothers Big Sisters Foundation 2007-2009
Lancaster, PA
Provided mentorship, friendship and tutoring to children
Assisted in organizing activities
EDUCATION
College of Charleston, Charleston, SC
September 2010 - 2014
Cumulative GPA: 3.2 /4.00
Chi Omega Sorority – Pledge Fall 2010
University of Westminster (Study Abroad), London, England
January 2012-May 2012
Skills:
Exceptional customer service, written and verbal communication
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Powerpoint
Event planning, social media, blogging, video editing, research