KATHRYN PARDEE VU

4409 Jayson Ln Annandale, VA 22003 (703) 899-9399 kathryn.vu.11@cnu.edu

EDUCATION
Christopher Newport University, Newport News, VA
Graduation: May 2015
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies
GPA: 3.21

Anticipated

WORK EXPERIENCE
WGNT/WTKR News Channel 3, Norfolk, VA
January 2015- present
Intern
Authored web stories
Monitored the assignment desk in the newsroom
Used Final Cut Pro to produce packages, VO/SOTs and VOs
Wrote VOs, VO/SOTs and helped construct shows
Shadowed Production sectors
Built basic OTS, animations and quote graphics
Generated story ideas and composed scripts for packages
CNU Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, VA
January 2014- Jan. 2015
Marketing Assistant
Responsible for creating and distributing e-mail marketing campaigns
Created and maintain sales databases including group sales
Support pre-show coordination activities
Produce and distribute marketing packages to local businesses including hotels
The Washington Ballet, Washington D.C
Dec. 2012 &
May- Aug 2013
Intern
Wrote press releases for all upcoming events and shows
Developed and designed company newsletter, including writing, with a distribution over 300
Responsible for researching, identifying and tracking all Washington Ballet publicity
Developed and scheduled social media campaign content
CAMPUS LEADERSHIP
CNU TV
Anchor/Reporter
October
2013- present
General assignment reporter covering a broad range of topics including news, sports, lifestyle,
and entertainment
Identify leads and produce segments for broadcasting
Responsible for film and anchor roles for produced segments
Phi Mu Fraternity
January 2012present
Dance Marathon Chair, Junior Executive Board
Led planning and coordination of campus-wide event to raise money for Childrens
Miracle Network Hospitals
Managed the allocated budget of $300
Solicited additional sponsorships for the event
Acquired committee members and delegated responsibilities
Public Relations Committee
Created marketing material for sorority events and fundraisers including posters, flyers,
and social media
PanHellenic Delegate Assistant
Selected as one two representatives to serve on the PanHellenic Council
Worked with Executive Board members to plan events

CNU NCAA Division III Varsity Womens Lacrosse

August
2011- August 2012
Motivated teammates, encouraged sportsmanship, and communicated effectively
Dedicated 20+ hours per week to lacrosse practices, while balancing academics and community
service
USA South Conference Championship during regular season
Awarded Academic All-Conference Athlete for maintaining 3.0+ GPA while playing a varsity
sport
CROSS-CULTURAL EXPERIENCE
Maastricht University, Maastricht, Netherlands
Summer 2014
Study Abroad Student
Studied intercultural communications as well as global leadership and management