SOPHIE STAPLETON
Communications Intern
PROFILE
I am an enthusiastic, confident
communicator who is interested in a
summer intern position in which my
efforts bring real value to the
organization. Growing up in an
entrepreneurial family, plus my lengthy
involvement with musical theatre, song
writing, and acting, I understand the art
and craft of influencing others through
communications. I combine a witty
sense of humor and outgoing
personality with an ability to
communicate ideas verbally and in
writing, which helps me to be a leader
people naturally want to follow. I’m
able to merge information and work
with others to solve complex problems,
and my ability to adjust to unexpected
changes and respond appropriately
without losing sight of the end goal or
big picture is beyond my years. A quick
study in anything I’m taught, I have a
work ethic and self-discipline to study
and learn independently. I bring
creativity, determination, grit, and a
can-do attitude.
SKILLS
Writing & Editing  Detail-oriented 
Planning & Organizing  Storytelling 
Microsoft Office Products  Effective
Under Pressure  Song Writing 
Creativity  Discernment  Work
Independently  Performing
EDUCATION
Messiah University Grad. May 2023
B.A., Communications GPA 3.7
CONTACT
 beverage stations, and cleared bus carts
Phone: 571-442-6895
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Email: sophiegstapleton@gmail.com
Reside in Loudoun County, VA
WORK EXPERIENCE
Messiah University August 2021-Present
Resident Assistant
 Create promotional materials (flyers, posters, letters) for upcoming events
 Plan, organize, and facilitate events that appeal to diverse people
 Prepare weekly debriefing and planning meetings and presentations for
senior staff
 Solve difficult, sensitive people problems while maintaining privacy and
integrity
 Utilize attention to detail when developing task schedules, inspecting
facilities, and assessing adherence to rules
 Deliberately create and maintain a pre-determined culture and team
atmosphere
 Motivate others to be passionate about an idea and to embrace a plan of
action
 Serve as liaison between students and university administration; regularly
champion ideas with executive staff
Westminster Baptist Church June 2021-Aug. 2021
Intern
 Edited and revised training programs for grammar & visual aesthetics
 Assisted senior leadership with communicating culture to members and
other stakeholders
 Performed administrative tasks: coordinating communications to
members, event planning and coordination, general paperwork
 Contributed creative communications ideas during staff meetings and
feedback sessions
 Planned music program to coincide and support weekly senior staff
programs; Led worship (music and singing) for the congregation
 Solved critical issues under extreme time pressures to enable on-time live
and streaming services
Topgolf Loudoun July 2020-August 2021
Drink Runner (Seasonal)
 Created fun moments and memories for guests through thoughtful
conversations and interactions
 Employed quick, on-your-feet thinking and problem-solving for guests
when problems arise
 Coordinated with other associates and managers to develop workable
schedules
 Performed server tasks such as guest orders and service, maintained
Sunset Hills Vineyard June 2020-Aug. 2020
Host / Support Staff
 Liaised with arriving guests and assisted those without reservations
 Guided people through winery, answered questions, solved guest issues
and problems
 Responsible for set-up, tear-down, and maintenance outdoors and inside
the winery