Anita Job
456 West Main Street
Decatur, Illinois 62526
217.555.5555
ajob@millikin.edu
| OBJECTIVE |
To obtain a public relations assistant position utilizing education, experience and demonstrated skills in writing, organization, and interpersonal communication. Willing to relocate. |
| EDUCATION |
Bachelor of Arts in Communication and English Writing (May 2009)
Minor in Spanish
Millikin University, Decatur, Illinois GPA 3.3/4.0 |
| SUMMARY OF SKILLS |
› Exceptional written and oral communication skills
› Strong organizational and active listening skills
› Proven ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
› Demonstrated skills in preparing and presenting multi-media presentations
› Proficient in Microsoft Office, Page Maker, Dreamweaver, and Adobe
› Over three years experience as proof-reader and editor
› Strong work ethic and commitment to the job |
| CAREER RELATED EXPERIENCE |
Public Relations and Writing Intern (August 2008 - present)
Partners in Education, Decatur, Illinois
Write press releases announcing upcoming events
- Research and write articles for weekly school district newsletter
- Completed preliminary script for magnet school promotional video
- Coordinate press conferences with local media – two to date
- Reformat and update seventy-five page service directory
Career & Marketing Specialist (August 2007 - present)
Career Center, Millikin University, Decatur, Illinois
- Assist students in resume & cover letter writing/editing - over 150 to date
- Acquaint students with effective job search strategies and office resources
- Create marketing materials for office events and workshops
- Market and promote all office events and workshops
- Update and revise office publications as requested
- Assist with data collection for annual Success Report
- Provide exceptional customer service to all constituencies
Assistant Editor (August 2005 - May 2008)
ink (English Department Newsletter), Millikin University, Decatur, Illinois
- Participated in newsletter development from concept to final product
- Delegated article assignments to staff of six
- Edited eight-page newsletter and established layout and distribution plans
- Selected as assistant editor and conducted informal staff training
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| CAMPUS & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT |
Good Samaritan Inn Soup Kitchen (August 2008 – present)
Up Til Dawn (St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital Fundraising Group) (August 2006 – present)
Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity (August 2006 – present)
Orientation Leader, Millikin University (Fall 2007) |
| HONORS |
Dean’s List (3 semesters)
Phi Delta Kappa National Leadership Society (2 years)
National Dean’s List (2 years)
Phi Sigma Iota National Modern Language Honorary Society (3 years) |
Resume courtesy of Milliken University Career Center