Saxum - Intern

January 2017 - Present

 

• Drafted, customized and distributed news releases for various clients and markets

• Assisted in research and invoicing for media buys

• Updated editorial calendars and scheduled social content

• Researched and developed strategic communication assets for clients in both nonprofit and consumer industries

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Office of Academic and Student Services - Tutor

October 2015 - Present

• Provided help and instruction to student-athletes in Communication, English, and Business courses

• Adhered to University of Tulsa and NCAA guidelines

• Proofread and edited academic papers

• Worked with students over time to improve writing and speaking ability, as well as critical thinking skills

 

TUTV - Digital Coordinator

August 2016 - December 2016

• Created a website and online presence for TUTV, the University of Tulsa's student production studio and news program

• Coordinated social channels and developed content for social and website

• Worked with producers and director to re-brand TUTV and promote it across campus

• Increased viewership by 30%​​​​

 

PulsePoint Group - Digital Consulting Intern

May 2016 - August 2016

• Conducted regular client and industry reports and research, as well as digital and social analytics, listening reporting and content creation

• Participated in client brainstorms

• Developed algorithm to rank influencers and created comprehensive influencer profiles for client

• Collaborated with other interns or associates on various project

• Created and presented internal social media strategy in collaboration with fellow summer interns

 

Propeller Communications - Public Relations Intern

August 2015 - May 2016

 

• Wrote and revised press releases for media and updated community calendars

• Tracked coverage and created reports using Vocus and Meltwater listening software

• Helped with management and logistics for a number of different types of events, such as company grand openings, nonprofit fundraisers, festivals (specifically Oktoberfest), and competitions (like Tulsa Tough and Tulsa's Great Raft Race)

• Managed social networks and newsletters for Tulsa’s Great Raft Race, increasing subscribers by 10%

 

University of Tulsa Housing - Resident Assistant

August 2015 - May 2016

 

• Opened brand new building with fellow staff

• Ensured resident's safety and adherence to University policy, as well as state and federal law

• Planned programming to address a number of student and university needs, specifically: inclusivity, multicultural education, professional growth, academic excellence, social participation, community service/involvement, and total wellness

• Designed door decorations, program advertisements, and hall signs

 

TUTV - Sports Producer

August 2015 - December 2015

 

• Determined weekly sports content for broadcast

• Wrote scripts and rundowns for the sports section and coordinated with segment hosts

• Met weekly deadlines and attended producer's meetings to establish show themes

 

Tulsa Sports Commission - Summer Intern

June 2015 - August 2015

 

• Helped with operations for Tulsa Sports Commission and associated events

• Updated budgets and expense reports

• Coordinated rentals and contacted vendors for Tulsa Run

• Worked with fellow interns on office initiative to boost employee morale and retention

 

Oklahoma Center for the Humanities - Student Fellow

January 2015 - December 2015

 

• Created a media strategy and improved outreach to grow the Center

• Planned and implemented programming for the community around Center themes

• Conducted research and wrote paper for presentation at annual research colloquium

 

TEDxUniversityofTulsa - Licensee & Organizer

November 2014 - May 2016

 

• Organized and executed the first ever TEDxUniversityofTulsa and established the event as an annual tradition by training new team members and organizer

• Chose and managed both student and faculty speakers, 15 team members, as well as vendors and volunteers

• Raised $5000 of funding and directed budgets and assets

• Developed and maintained social channels and website

• Designed programs, name tags, and marketing materials

• Created demand within the Tulsa community and sold event two years in a row

• Negotiated with vendors and arranged deliveries

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Galaxy Home Recreation - Marketing Intern

January 2015 - May 2015

 

• Designed marketing materials for wholesale distribution

• Developed content for tradeshow brochures, client presentations, and website

• Communicated with dealers and contributed to new client pitches

• Created new logo and branding for Galaxy Home Design

• Worked on website re-design

 

TU Athletic Media Relations - Student Intern

November 2013 - Present

 

• Called and input statistics during TU home athletic events throughout my four years at the University of Tulsa

• Distributed information to media

• Managed and posted from social media accounts

• Wrote post-game recaps and releases

• Assisted media in press conferences and transcribed coach and player quotes