Katie Brandt is seeking a summer 2015 public relations internship and has experience in public relations, marketing, and customer service. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Communication with a concentration in Public Relations and a minor in Business Administration from Western Carolina University, expected to graduate in May 2016. She has served in public relations leadership roles for her sorority and PRSSA. Her skills include Microsoft Office, InDesign, and strong customer service abilities developed through her current role as a server and senior staff member at Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center since 2010.
Katie Brandt is seeking a summer 2015 public relations internship and has experience in public relations, marketing, and customer service. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Communication with a concentration in Public Relations and a minor in Business Administration from Western Carolina University, expected to graduate in May 2016. She has served in public relations leadership roles for her sorority and PRSSA. Her skills include Microsoft Office, InDesign, and strong customer service abilities developed through her current role as a server and senior staff member at Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center since 2010.
Katie Brandt is seeking a summer 2015 public relations internship and has experience in public relations, marketing, and customer service. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Communication with a concentration in Public Relations and a minor in Business Administration from Western Carolina University, expected to graduate in May 2016. She has served in public relations leadership roles for her sorority and PRSSA. Her skills include Microsoft Office, InDesign, and strong customer service abilities developed through her current role as a server and senior staff member at Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center since 2010.
Waynesville, NC 28786 klbrandt1@catamount.wcu.edu 828.400.5976 OBJECTIVE Seeking a summer 2015 public relations internship in the nonprofit industry, where I can serve others while utilizing my skills in public relations and marketing. EDUCATION Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Bachelor of Science in Communication Expected May 2016 Concentration in Public Relations with Minor in Business Administration GPA: 3.46 Southwestern Community College Associates in Arts in College Transfer Cumulative GPA: 3.709 Graduated magna cum laude
Sylva, NC May 2014
PUBLIC RELATIONS LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY
Public Relations Committee Chair, Sigma Alpha Omega National Christian Sorority, January 2015-Present Treasurer, Public Relations Student Society of America COMPUTER SKILLS Strong working knowledge of technology as well as: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and InDesign CUSTOMER SERVICE & MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center Waynesville, NC Server & Senior Staff Member 2010-Present Assist guest with all of their dinning needs while staying in the hotel Train new wait staff to perform all tasks and objectives that are required Apply high level of competency working in teams to achieve high quality service efficiently Work under little to no supervision on many occasions Trusted with responsibility and quick decision-making under no supervision Showcase attention to detail and time management skills to meet tight deadlines Handle numerous stressful situations with coworkers and customers while maintaining a strong positive attitude and role-modeling work ethic