Description
I am a highly motivated recent college graduate who has been actively pursuing full-time employment within the public relations industry for over a year now, with the intent of eventually becoming involved in the music industry as an agent, publicist, or manager. Over the past year I have become heavily involved with several Colorado-based organizations within the music industry in an attempt to “get my foot in the door” and gain useful experience, all the while making numerous valuable contacts. Having finished my undergraduate education and received my bachelor’s degree in Communication from the University of Colorado Boulder, combined with the relevant experience I have garnered working with the aforementioned organizations within the music industry over the past year, I am confident that I can make a valuable contribution to any organization within the public relations or music industry and would be excited to be given the opportunity to do so.
Skills
- customer service
- digital photography
- email marketing
- entertainment
- event management
- event planning
- management
- marketing
- microsoft office
- midi
- music
- music industry
- online reputation management
- photoshop
- public relations
- social media
- social media marketing
- social networking
- team leadership
- time management
Education
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University of Colorado at Boulder
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2011-2014
Communication, Bachelor's Degree
• Active Brother of Sigma Nu Fraternity, Gamma Kappa Chapter
– Simultaneously served as Alumni Relations Chair and Public Relations Chair, later served as Senior Liaison -
Pacific Lutheran University
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2009-2011
Transferred Spring 2011
• Received scholarship for Academic Excellence
• Served as a Teacher’s Assistant for 4000-level Digital Photography course -
Mid-Peninsula High School
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2009-2009
Graduated May 30th, 2009
• Received Community Service Award for Graduating Seniors
• Served as designated Peer Counselor for those struggling with drug/gang related issues -
The Principia Upper School (http://www.principiaschool.org/)
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2005-2009
Transferred Spring 2009
• Varsity Football Captain in ’07 & ’08 seasons, Lettered in ‘06 ’07 ’08 seasons; 1st Team All-State nominee in ‘08
• Varsity Track ’06, ‘07
• Served as Editor for school newspaper in ’08-’09 school year
• Served as Student Activities Planner for ’08-’09 school year
• Co-founded “The Panther Pack” (school pride club/student section at games)
Experience
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Rage Colorado (http://www.ragecolorado.net/)
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1/1/15 - Present
Director of Recruiting
• Responsible for the development and implementation of Rage Colorado’s College Internship program
• Work closely with administrators and department heads from local colleges and universities
• Host interest meetings on college campuses
• Responsible for reviewing applicants’ resumes and work samples, as well as scheduling and conducting interviews -
Tsunami Publicity LLC (http://tsunamipublicity.com/)
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11/13/14 - Present
Intern
• Responsible for assisting staff in whatever way possible
• Frequently perform SEO on clients’ websites using WordPress
• Commonly work with Freshbooks, TrackVia, Microsoft Xcel, Adobe Bridge, Photoshop, Lightroom -
Music Festival Central (http://www.musicfestivalcentral.com/)
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6/1/14 - Present
Contractor
• Attend and photograph various music festivals, concerts, shows, and music events
• Draft and submit articles previewing upcoming events and reviewing past events
• Edit photographs using Adobe Bridge/Photoshop software
• Ensure that photographs and articles are submitted in a timely manner -
Rage Colorado (http://www.ragecolorado.net/)
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5/1/14 - Present
FAM Program Director
• Responsible for finding and interviewing local musicians, bands, and producers to feature in Rage Colorado’s Featured Artist of the Month [FAM] program
• Manage a small team of writers that assist in finding and interviewing artists as well as drafting Featured Artist of the Month articles
• Maintain a shared calendar of upcoming events, scheduled interviews, and article deadlines -
Rage Colorado (http://www.ragecolorado.net/)
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7/1/14 - Present
Writer/Photographer
• Draft and post articles announcing upcoming and reviewing recent concerts, shows, and music events in Colorado
• Photograph concerts, shows, and music events in Boulder, Denver, and Fort Collins areas
• Edit photographs using Adobe Bridge/Photoshop software
• Ensure that photographs are posted online in a timely manner -
Rage Colorado (http://www.ragecolorado.net/)
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5/1/14 - 12/31/14
Chief Communications Officer
• Responsible for the development and implementation of marketing campaigns with the end goal of raising brand awareness, increasing web traffic, and driving revenue growth.
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2Kobras Records (http://www.2kobrasrecords.com/)
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5/1/14 - 8/1/14
Artist Manager
• Responsible for the day-to-day management of select artists signed with 2Kobras Records, including booking and promotion
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Z2 Entertainment (http://z2ent.com/)
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5/1/14 - 7/31/14
Photography Intern
• Photographed concerts at The Fox Theatre and Boulder Theater
• Edited photographs using Adobe Bridge/Photoshop software
• Ensured that photographs are posted to Facebook within 24 hours -
Super Rupair (http://www.superrupair.com/)
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9/1/12 - 7/31/14
Administrative Assistant
• Entered A/P invoices in QuickBooks
• Produced A/R statements
• Produced weekly and monthly reports
• Audited proof of insurance on car loans
• Maintained customer database on DemandForce
• Maintained inventory of office supplies
• Helped plan and organize employee training and appreciation events -
Sigma Nu Fraternity, Gamma Kappa Chapter (http://www.sigmanuboulder.com/)
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1/1/13 - 3/31/13
Senior Liaison
• Served as the liaison between the chapter and the rest of the senior class, keeping them informed and up to date on upcoming events, deadlines, etc..
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Sigma Nu Fraternity, Gamma Kappa Chapter (http://www.sigmanuboulder.com/)
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12/1/11 - 12/31/12
Alumni Relations Chair
• Served as the liaison between active members and alumni. I was responsible for helping plan the chapter’s 110th Anniversary held in Fall ’12, as well as developing and implementing the “Sigma Nu Gamma Kappa Active/Alumni Network” group on LinkedIn.
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Sigma Nu Fraternity, Gamma Kappa Chapter (http://www.sigmanuboulder.com/)
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12/1/11 - 12/31/12
Public Relations Chair
• Served as the liaison between the general public and our fraternity. I was responsible for relaying any official fraternity announcements to the public. I was also responsible for our chapter’s online presence (website, Facebook page, Twitter account).
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NetApp, Inc. (http://www.netapp.com/)
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5/9/11 - 7/31/11
GSI Marketing Intern
• Designed and implemented email campaign to update contact information in Partner Database
• Updated GSI Marketing community on NetApp’s internal website
• Produced, reviewed, and presented weekly trend reports tracking stats of NetApp email campaigns
• Gathered information on recent wins by interviewing sales reps and regional sales managers
• Assisted with colloquial office tasks -
Digital Media Center (http://www.plu.edu/its/)
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1/1/10 - 12/15/10
DMC Customer Service Student Worker
• Assisted students, faculty, and staff of PLU with software related issues and questions
• Helped teach patrons how to make effective use of various programs
• Worked frequently with Microsoft Office, Adobe Premier, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, SUPER, and Camtasia
• Answered multi-line phone and routed calls -
Menlo Swim and Sport
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6/1/08 - 9/1/10
Staff Lifeguard
• Certified in Lifeguarding, CPR, Oxygen Administration, and Bloodborne Pathogens for duration of employment
• Monitored pool and pool deck, maintained safe conditions for patrons
• Delegated day tasks amongst staff guards, gave breaks to employees
• Administered first aid when necessary
• Opened and closed facility
• Remained vigilant and aware for long periods of time in both hot and cold weather
• Kept pool clean/removed hazardous materials
• Operated machinery that regulated pool pumps and temperature