Alexandra Woolsey
(314) 249-3015
aswoolse@umail.iu.edu
Home Address:
1940 N. Lincoln Ave. Apt. 308
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Objective: Seeking a position in which I can apply my creativity, drive and public relations and social media experience to enhance the communications efforts of a company or companies. Specifically looking to gain a variety of skills through balancing a myriad of projects and clients, in an agency setting.
Work Experience:
Cushman Amberg Communications
Chicago, Illinois
Intern Summer 2010
· Developed and executed media pitch strategies for numerous product, university and other clients.
· Secured media placements in several print/radio/TV outlets for two major clients
· Worked directly with senior staff in event logistics and media relations for a major sporting event
· Participated in intern development sessions focused on various communications topics and issues
· Contributed entries in Cushman Amberg blog discussing how social media can impact an agency’s efforts in crisis communication.
The Riverfront Times
St. Louis, Missouri
Marketing/Promotions Intern May 2009-August 2009
· Created and maintained a Twitter account that was recognized as one of the top Twitter pages of all the Village Voice-owned weekly papers
· Managed lead Database entry
· Researched pricing and ordered promotional items for distribution.
· Assisted marketing staff with research, planning, set up, execution and breakdown of events
· Research
Williams Sonoma Inc.
St. Louis, Missouri
General Holiday
Holiday Seasons 2005-2009
· Arranged specific customer purchases into gift baskets and packages
· Created displays for the sales floor
· Trained new employees to meet Williams Sonoma gift-wrap standards
· Customer relations regarding store products and information.
Societies/Committees:
Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)
Bloomington, Indiana September 2007- present
Member of Fundraising Committee 2007-2010
· Participated in weekly meetings to discuss chapter fundraising tactics
· Contacted local organizations for assistance with committee events on campus
· Hosted awareness and fundraising events on campus and in Bloomington
Education:
Indiana University May 2010
Ernie Pyle School of Journalism
Bloomington, Indiana
Cumulative GPA: 3.5
Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism with second concentration in Communication and Culture
· Focus on public relations and newspaper writing.
