PR Intern, KR8 Agency | May 2023 – Aug. 2023
- Developed and executed comprehensive PR strategies for clients.
- Successfully pitched and secured media placements for clients.
- Coordinated and actively participated in on-site activities such as client interviews, photo shoots, and styling.
- Key Projects: Kimora Lee Simmons Interview, Joshua Mohamed Product Launch, KROST NY Product Launch
Intern, AM PR GROUP | Jan. 2023 – May 2023
- Updated client status reports to keep all stakeholders informed.
- Assisted account executives with devising effective strategies for clients.
- Conducted thorough research on media publications and contacts to establish valuable relationships with reporters and editors.
- Key Projects: Renaissance – A Film by Beyoncè Premiere, Strength of a Woman Festival, DSTRCT Music Release
Project Manager, DineBlackLA | Nov. 2021 – Jan. 2023
- Spearheaded the development of marketing content for DineBlackLA’s website and newsletter.
- Managed and curated a dynamic social media calendar.
- Provided valuable support for in-person events and restaurant campaigns
- Key Projects: Black Restaurant Week, Meals on Wheels Holiday Food Drive, DineBlack Meet & Greets
Brand Fellow, SHAVONE. + Future of Creatives | Apr. 2022 – Aug. 2022
- Managed and organized press + campaign clippings for SHAVONE.’s EPK.
- Led content development strategy for SHAVONE.’s social media and brand presence.
- Developed marketing strategy for SHAVONE.’s Black Internet Effect Book Release.
- Key Projects: VIBE Magazine Interview, Essence Fest, AFRICON
Website Designer, Aeternus Dance Company | Apr. 2022 – Jun. 2022
- Planned site design, theme, functionality and navigation of website for Aeternus Dance Company.
- Curated photos, videos, and artist interviews.
- Organized choreographed works and collaborators.
AmeriCorps Fellow, Destination Crenshaw | Jun. 2021 – Oct. 2021
- Created partnerships with local organizations like LISC LA and DineBlackLA to facilitate participation and investment in Crenshaw small businesses and creative economies.
- Interviewed small business owners and develop content for the #FacesofBlackLA campaign.
- Led content development for monthly newsletters, flyers for the DC Thrive initiative, and events in South LA across Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
Skills
•Brand Development • Campaign Strategy •Social Media Content •Advanced Writing •Data Analysis •Website Design • Google Suite • Microsoft Office • MailChimp • News Releases & Pitches • Event Planning / Staffing • Wix • WordPress
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