Resume

PR Intern, KR8 Agency | May 2023 – Aug. 2023

•  Developed and executed PR strategy for client releases.
• Updated website and product descriptions on behalf of clients.
•  Secured media placements for clients.
• Wrote pitches and press releases on behalf of clients.
• Coordinated and assisted on site for client interviews, photoshoots, and styling.
•  Coordinated gifting on behalf of clients.

Intern, AM PR GROUP | Jan. 2023 – May 2023

• Developed media pitches, press releases, and client memos.
• Assisted account executives in developing strategies for clients.
• Researched media publications and contacts for client coverage.
• Coordinated and helped execute client events on the ground.
• Updated client status reports.

Project Manager, DineBlackLA | Nov. 2021 – Jan. 2023

• Developed marketing content for DineBlackLA’s website and newsletter.
• Managed and develop social media calendar.
• Conducted outreach to local media to gain press for DineBlackLA.
• Managed collaborations between city officials and other nonprofits to assist in meal delivery.
• Supported planning for in person events.
• Supported restaurant campaigns by performing research, conducting outreach to a curated list of restaurant owners.

Brand Fellow, SHAVONE. + Future of Creatives | Apr. 2022 – Aug. 2022 

• Supported brand campaigns by performing research, conducting outreach to a curated list of brands and managing brand relations.
• Managed and organized press + campaign clippings for SHAVONE.’s EPK.
• Led content development strategy for SHAVONE.’s social media and brand presence.
•  Served as lead coordinator for in-person events (AFRICON, Essence Festival)
•  Assisted in photoshoots, conferences, and interviews.
• Developed marketing strategy for SHAVONE.’s Black Internet Effect Book Release.

Website Designer, Aeternus Dance Company | Apr. 2022 – Jun. 2022

• Plan site design, theme, functionality and navigation of website for Aeternus Dance Company.
• Curate photos, videos, and artist interviews.
• Organize 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.
• Kept track of audience engagements via Hootsuite and increased engagement by 20%.
• Met weekly with the Communications team to strategize on social media rollouts.

Skills

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