HYO WRITER
1000 Maple Avenue Fairfax, VA 22030
703-999-9999
hyowriter@gmail.com
QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS
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Experienced writer and highly skilled in written and verbal communications
Experienced in event management
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Final Cut Pro
Skilled in social media platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest
EDUCATION
B.A. in Communication, George Mason University (GMU), Fairfax, VA, Expected May 2015
Concentration in Journalism; Minor in Business GPA 3.52
Relevant Coursework: Principles of PR, PR for Non-Profits, and Marketing in a Global Economy
CLASS PROJECTS
Writing Across the Media project: Developed and executed a mock branding campaign for a national
company. Created a three-page PR strategy to seek media attention and wrote several articles for
magazines, online news outlets and social media.
Principles of Public Relations branding project: Worked with Mason Cable Network to develop a
strategic brand message and create digital materials including a digital brochure, a radio PSA, and a
news feature story.
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Intern, National Geographic Channel, Fairfax, VA
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Wrote and edited fact sheets for global priority television programs that were incorporated into
press kits and distributed to National Geographic regional offices worldwide.
Edited and entered metadata into photographs and visual media.
Edited web site marketing content.
Editor, Broadside, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA
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May 2013 - August 2013
Collaborated with a team of editors to read, fact check and ensure the quality of the student
newspaper.
Aided in analysis of client marketing and advertising strategy; created new promotion plan.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Peer Advisor, GMU Transition Research Center
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January 2014 - Present
August 2012 - May 2013
Support new students with schedule planning and preparation for faculty advisor meetings during
New Student Orientation.
Prepare and facilitate workshops focusing on time management, public speaking, studying and
exam preparation strategies.
HONORS/LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
National Society of Collegiate Scholars, August 2012 - Present
Fundraising Chair, GMU Chapter American Marketing Association, August 2013 - Present
Member, GMU Chapter Public Relations Student Society of America, August 2012 - Present