PRESTON GILMORE
*******.*********@*****.*** / C: 806-***-****
Lubbock, TX 79424
SKILLS
Adobe Creative Suite
Digital Work on PR Campaigns
Strong Written and Verbal Communication
AP Style Writing
Critical Thinker
Goal Oriented
EDUCATION
Texas Tech University - Lubbock, TX 12/2020
Bachelor of Arts: Public Relations
Minor in Creative Media Industries
Presidents List Spring of 2020 Deans List Spring 2019
South Plains College - Levelland, TX 05/2018
Associate of Arts: General Studies
Dean’s List Fall of 2017
WORK EXPERIENCE
Substitute Teacher / Lubbock Independent School District - Lubbock, TX 09/2020 - Current
Applied proactive behavior management techniques to facilitate classroom discipline.
Maintained student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.
Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
Marketing Intern / UMC Health System - Lubbock, TX 08/2020 - 12/2020
Performed administrative tasks to streamline organizational effectiveness.
Trained with successful business development personnel to optimize marketing performance and learn industry.
Documented actionable tips and advice for expanding digital space.
Quest Camp Counselor / Sky Ranch - Quapaw, OK 05/2020 - 08/2020
Explained principles, techniques and safety requirements to activity participants to prevent injury.
Cultivated effective relationships with campers, parents and other camp counselors by utilizing active listening and dynamic interpersonal skills.
Checked on campers struggling with various social and recreational skills to maintain camper and parent satisfaction.
Senior Camp Counselor / Sky Ranch - Van, TX 05/2019 - 08/2019
Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
Remained cognizant of camper dietary restrictions and allergies, confirming proper snacks and meals were distributed to each camper.
Live Camera and Replay Operator / Raidervision - Lubbock, TX 08/2018 - 05/2019
Conferred with directors, sound and lighting technicians and other crew members to determine shots and discuss assignments.
Prepared cameras and tested angles and camera movements to capture quality footage
Set up and configured equipment to capture indoor and outdoor shots.
ACTIVITIES AND HONORS
Spokesperson for Make-A-Wish gala 2020
Featured in local magazines for cancer battle and involvement with cancer center at local hospital
Honored at Childhood Cancer Walk 2017, 2018, 2019
Spokesperson at Childhood Cancer Walk 2018
Beta Upsilon Chi – Media Cahir, House Competition Leader, Cell Group Leader, Guidance Committee
Answered Phones for CMN Telethon - 2 Telethons
Raised Money for Alex Lemonade Stand Cancer Walk - 1 Year
Public Relations Student Society of America Texas Tech
High School and Junior High Basketball Referee - 2 Years