EDUCATION
Villanova University, Villanova, PA; Graduated: May 2012
Bachelor of Arts in Communication
Specializations in Journalism and Media Production
- Cumulative GPA: 3.72, Major GPA: 3.88; cum laude
- Relevant Coursework: Public Speaking, Theories of Visual Communication, Theories of Mass Communication, Introduction to Journalism, Multimedia Production, Introduction to Microeconomics, Introduction to Macroeconomics
Archmere Academy, Claymont, DE; Graduated: June 2008
- GPA: 4.20; SAT Scores: 790 Writing, 710 Math, 690 Verbal
WORK EXPERIENCE
Packaging Systems and Enterprises, Inc., Blackwood, NJ; June 2012–Mar. 2014
Lab Supervisor
- Managed all lab technicians in the completion of quality control tests on PepsiCo products; responsible for meeting client deadlines, training employees, tracking and reporting project progress to head engineers, and communicating with clients
Philadelphia Style Magazine, Philadelphia, PA; Jan.–May 2012
Editorial Intern
- Wrote the weekly newsletter, assisted with research and fact-checking, managed social media sites, conducted and transcribed interviews, and reported on events
Vatican Internet Service, Rome, Italy; Jan.–May 2011
Internet Office Media Intern
- Created original digital media and edited existing digital media for the Vatican’s official website
Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital, Malvern, PA; May–Aug. 2010
Art Ability Intern
- Assisted with copy-editing, PowerPoint compilations, and administrative support in the production of an annual nonprofit art show
ACTIVITIES
The Villanova Times, Villanova, PA; Sept. 2009–May 2012
Senior Editor and Contributing Writer
- Assisted with copy-editing, writing, illustrating, and generating article ideas
Social Justice Documentary, Villanova, PA; Sept.–Dec. 2010
- Worked with a student film team to create a documentary entitled Who is Wright
VOLUNTEER WORK
Philabundance Hunger Relief Center, Philadelphia, PA; Food sorter; Dec. 2013–Present
Relay for Life, Gloucester Township, NJ; Walk participant; June 2012–Present
Community Service Trips, West Virginia; Costa Rica; Oct. 2010; Mar. 2010
- Assisted with sustainable farming, home renovations, and rainforest restoration projects
SKILLS
Technical
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Adobe Photoshop; Experience with Final Cut Pro, Dreamweaver, Illustrator
Language
- Beginner-level French