Public Relations, Journalist

Brian Baxter

** ***** ***** • Colonia, NJ • *****

908-***-**** (cellular) • 732-***-**** (home)

fr3nuy@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

To obtain a job in the media and communication field, with sports as an area of specialty.

Education

Muhlenberg College, Allentown, PA

Bachelor of Arts Degree-May 2011 Major: Media and Communication

3.681 Cumulative GPA Cum Laude, Dean’s List

Media Experience

Staff Writer for Home News Tribune/Courier News 2011

I cover sports, usually high school games, for the paper where I previously was an intern.

Public Relations & Marketing Manager for Y INTERACT 2011 I am the public relations person for this design studio, handling all media responsibilities including social media.

Media/PR Volunteer with Arthritis Foundation 2010-2011

I assist with Public Relations for the “Jingle Bell Run/Walk” Event in Metuchen, NJ.

The Muhlenberg Weekly 2010-2011

I wrote a weekly sports-interest column for the school paper.

Social Research Social Justice Conference 2011

I presented two research papers that examine issues of social justice in society.

Sports Writing Intern for Home News Tribune/mycentraljersey.com 2010

I worked as an editorial intern in the sports department for mycentraljersey.com and its affiliated papers in Central New Jersey.

Sport, Culture, & Media 2009

Class taught by NBA Hall of Fame sportswriter Jack McCallum. We interviewed prominent sports writers, sports anchors, and athletic coaches.

The Giant Insider

Newspaper covering the New York Giants. I wrote and submitted three opinion pieces over the years and all were published.

Work Experience

Bulldog Soccer Camp-Metuchen, NJ Summers 2005-2006

Camp Counselor. Worked with children to improve their soccer skills.

Steak & Ale Restaurant-Clark, NJ Summers 2007-2008

Servers Assistant. Duties included cleaning tables, keeping kitchen organized, and making sure customers have everything they desire.

Famous Dave’s Restaurant-New Brunswick, NJ Summer 2009 Host. Greeted customers, brought them to their seats and various other duties.

Activities

Philosophy Club 2007-2011

Communication Club 2010-2011

Colonia High School Soccer 2003-2007

2004 MVP, 2005 Coach’s Award Winner

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