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Austin, Texas, United States

I work with clients and firm attorneys on zoning and land use matters. My responsibilities include: navigating city requirements and processes; performing due diligence and site analysis; reviewing city ordinances, local government codes, legal documents, and other property restrictions pertaining to a site; managing zoning cases, permits, and other site development approvals; and engaging with stakeholders (such as neighborhood associations, advocates, and policymakers).

As a staffer to an Austin city council member, I supported and advised the council member on a range of municipal government matters with a focus on the office's communications and public safety policy. I worked on a wide array of issues impacting Austinites, including local transportation infrastructure, negotiations and development of the MLS Q2 Stadium, the improvement of Austin's sexual assault response system, reimagining and revitalizing the APD cadet academy, increasing pay and staffing levels for the 911 call center and APD Victim Services, and coordination of projects across multiple city departments. • Led the communications efforts and strategy for the council member, including messaging, social media, newsletters, and speeches.• Managed media interactions and coordinates interview with reporters at the local and national level.• Advised the council member on public policy decisions, including public safety (police), budget, and local transportation.• Drafted policy documents, resolutions, and amendments.

Austin, Texas

Austin, Texas Area

• Developed messaging, created communications materials and managed appropriate channels to engage and persuade constituents, stakeholders and media• Secured and executed several bill hearings, analyzed over 300 bills, and coordinated with other offices on major legislation including Marlise’s Law and Child Protective Services reform • Coordinated stakeholder and constituent correspondence, and contributed to advocacy meetings regarding policy, legislation and key issues• Oversaw the progression of seven pieces of legislation, as well as action in eight committees • Advised the representative during hearings and floor debates to manage emerging issues and inquiries

Austin, Texas Area

On the Consumer team at Edelman Austin, I assisted on public relations projects for major clients such as Shell, the National Domestic Violence Hotline and the Pearson/Arizona State University Online. My work included research, media identification, pitching and outreach, social media management, tracking industry coverage, strategy and other account management tasks.

Austin, Texas

Working on major accounts in the Southwest region such as Verizon Wireless, Bank of America, ExxonMobil, the U.S. Army and Essilor.✭ Research relevant publications, journalists and influencers to identify valuable media contacts ✭ Execute campaign strategies for global and national clients✭ Track and analyze news coverage to provide insight on industry trends, provide background to develop crisis communications plans and general media strategy✭ Pitch client news efforts to local and national press around the country

Austin, Texas Area

✭ Student athlete at the University of Texas at Austin for the women's rowing team.✭ Strong time management skills learned due to the need for balance between academics and athletics.✭ Discipline, commitment and perseverance are crucial to success in any sport. This combined with teamwork is vital to achieving goals; these lessons translate directly into real world career goals.

Austin, Texas Area

✭ Spring internship for which I worked on several campaigns, including Go Red for Women Summit and the annual Heart Ball. ✭ I expanded my skills in fundraising, graphic design, event planning/organization and general public relations on the nonprofit side.

Austin, Texas Area

✭ Summer job between semesters at UT Austin. I was able to develop my leadership and coaching skills through the sport I am passionate about while earning extra money before classes started back up.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Public Relations, Advertising, And Applied Communication

Activities and Societies: Varsity Student Athlete: Women's Rowing Team (3x Big 12 Champion, 2x Top-8 NCAA finisher, Big XII All-Conference.

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