Professional Experience FedEx Services June/August 2014 Global Media and Events Intern Memphis, TN Collaborated with team members to develop a new messaging system for Corporate Communications teams. Collected and updated all Corporate Communications messaging while designing a new message repository system. Assisted media specialist in FedEx Hub and facility tours. Developed and edited media releases. Assisted event specialist in designing, organizing and executing FedEx events. Participated in Communication and Marketing strategy meetings to plan for FY15.
Congressman Stephen Fincher (R-TN) September/December 2013 Press Intern Washington, DC Assisted Communications Director to increase social media presence Drafted and edited new releases and advisories. Assisted in implementing aggressive constituent outreach program by drafting extension of remarks, creating of targeted databases and drafting mass email correspondence. Drafted policy updates from attending hearings and mark-ups. Researched legislation on Thomas and Legislative Information Systems. Engaged with constituent by conducting tours of the U.S. Capitol.
Congressman Stephen Fincher (R-TN) June/August 2013 Field Representative Intern Memphis Tennessee Engaged in outreach programs by attending community events for Congressmans office. Proactively responded to constituents concerns. Contributed to daily operations and special projects for the office.
Combustion, Memphis, TN June/August 2013 Media and Advertising Consulting Intern Strategized with clients to place advertisements. Reviewed payment invoices and updating accounts payable.
Jewish Community Center, Memphis, TN June/August 2009-2012 Lifeguard/Swim Instructor Instructed up to 15 children at a time in improving swimming techniques. Enforced pool rules by cautioning swimmers about unsafe practices and safety hazards. Collaborated with lifeguard team members to come up with more efficient safety strategies.
Education University of Maryland, College Park, MD May 2013 Major: Jewish Studies
Co-curricular Involvement Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority, College Park, MD November 2013 House Manager Act as a liaison between the house director and the members of Delta Phi Epsilon Maintain the relationships in the house Communicate with the in house members about meals Deepher Dude Committee Organized and found sponsors for annual philanthropy event for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Terpthon Dance Marathon, College Park, MD March 2013-14 Participated in the largest fourth-year student-run philanthropic organization in the country. Individually fundraised over $300 for Childrens National Medical Center. Danced for 12 hours to create awareness and raise money for Childrens National Medical Center. Terps for Israel, College Park, MD January 2013 Committee Member Focused on strengthening U.S. Israel relationships through direct political engagement with campus leaders and members of Congress.