Aug '25 - Present

Role: Public Affairs Intern 

  • Manage a diverse caseload of high-profile clients spanning housing, real estate, healthcare, education, digital equity, and workforce development

  • Helping to shape proactive and reactive public relations strategy, including crisis communications planning and immediate responses to current events and media developments.

  • Leading daily media monitoring for internal and external use; drafting media advisories, pitches, and press lists.

  • Conduct in-depth research on policy issues and stakeholder environments to inform messaging, strategic planning, and new business development.

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Sep '24 - Aug ‘25

Role: PR and Campaigns Assistant to Director of Communications (Virtual)

  • Support the Director of Communications with calendar alignment, campaign timelines, and press strategy

  • Draft and distribute press releases, media alerts, and campaign updates for restaurant openings, menu launches, and seasonal initiatives

  • Track media coverage and campaign performance, delivering actionable insights

  • Maintain organized media and influencer databases for tailored outreach and follow-up

Jan '25 - May ‘25

Role: Publicity & Media Relations Intern

  • Pitched artists and brands to secure media placements across major music and entertainment outlets

  • Built and maintained schedules for press events, working closely with executive teams on timing and logistics

  • Drafted press materials, maintained coverage trackers, and contributed to monthly reporting

  • Conducted media and competitor research to support campaign planning

May '24 - Sept' 24

Role: Integrated Marketing Support Coordinator

  • Coordinated creative content execution in partnership with design, editorial, and strategy teams

  • Supported brand launches with cross-platform campaign scheduling and client communications

  • Conducted market research and sourced influencer leads for activations

Jan '24 - May '24

Role: Production Coordination Intern (Virtual)

  • Designed and executed innovative marketing tactics to elevate the organization's online exposure and increase engagement on social media platforms

  • Evaluated scripts to assess narrative structure, character development, and overall quality to determine suitability for production.

Sep '23 - Jan '24

Role: Social Media & Campaigns Coordinator

  • Collaborated with CEO Kressa Peterson to create and implement event strategies to increase sales

  • Created social media content across multiple channels to drive engagement and increase brand visibility