Mary Alex Japczyk

560 Fay Ave Elmhurst, Il 60126 Phone: 630-525-0755 E-Mail: japczyk1@illinois.edu

Objective

Seeking a challenging opportunity within public relations and communication-based environments that would provide career building skills and experiences.
Experience Public Relations Intern, Carol Fox and Associates Public Relations Intern, Stage 773
Write press releases and media advisories Collect press coverage for clients Assist in coordinating media for special events Assisted in reworking and designing theater website: stage773.com Contacted media for promotional events Produced Board of Directors packets

May 2013-present

May-August 2012 May 2013-present

News Editorial Intern, Her Campus Illinois

Write monthly articles for online magazine Adhere to AP Style formatting

January 2012-present

PRSSA Illinois Chapter, Member

Actively participate in weekly meetings Network with speakers and presenters Representative for Her Campus Illinois

September 2011-present

Secretary, Chi Omega Sorority

Fulfill duties of executive board member Lead a team of six cabinet members in executing sorority objectives

January-December 2012

Education University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Communication with Public Relations emphasis & certification Minor in Theater Cumulative 3.6 GPA, Deans List 4 semesters

2010-present

Idea Verona, Verona Italy

Four month study abroad program Full immersion in Italian arts and culture

January-May 2013 2006-2010

York Community High School

Student Body President (2009-2010)

Skills
Project Design and Management Strong Verbal and Written Communication Abilities Conversational Spanish Social Media & Microsoft Office Expert