Jamie Sherman
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Communications professional with extensive writing, public relations and marketing experience
Blushing Bride - Bridal Salon Feb. 2004 - Present
Salon Manager & Communications/Marketing Director
• Manages web, print and e-mail marketing
• Coordinates public relations for sales and special events
• Write and distribute press releases for seasonal events
• Solicits media coverage and plans local television appearances
• Manages company social networking and blogging
• Create sales promotions to drive sales
• Trains and manage six sales leaders and two interns
• Develops, plans and executes public relations programs such as “Pick Virginia’s Wedding
Dress” on News 4 This Morning.
• Write, design and produce weekly e-mail and print newsletters
• Plans and coordinate exhibits at conventions
• Creates marketing brochures and point of purchase advertising
• Organizer for the TEN.TEN.TEN wedding contest
Cosmopolitan Events Oct. 2004 – Nov. 2009
Special Events Manager
• Managed and directed multiple vendors at special events
• Worked with vendors and clients to plan and execute events for up to 500 people
St. Louis Marathon June 2003 – Feb. 2004
Marketing/PR Coordinator
• Managed “Read, Right, Run Marathon” for children in grade K-6
• Worked with local schools to implement program and launch special events through the
marathon
• Developed brochures, race day materials, and grant information
KSDK Channel 5 News May 2002 – June 2003
Production Assistant – Assignment Desk
• Assisted with all aspects of news gathering including sound bites and assignment desk
• Worked with police, fire, and local community leaders to gather news for morning
Newscasts
Education:
McKendree University Aug. 1998 – Jan. 2002
Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communication
Emphasis in Public Relations
Minor in Journalism