Began working at Frank’s in 2011 and returned in 2022 to support myself while on career hiatus

Left my role at KWT Global to help with caregiving duties for my father while on in-home hospice. Now looking to re-enter the workforce.

- Managed six clients simultaneously, leading day-to-day communications and supporting tasks across the communications spectrum- Acted as the liaison between social media and media relations teams at the agency to develop insights-driven ideas and integrated communications strategies- Wrote and edited social copy, press releases, bylines, briefing documents, and blog posts for clients across industries- Fostered relationships with key media to support client objectives, securing repeated placements from Business Insider, Digiday, NBC Nightly News, Parade, POPSUGAR, TODAY, VentureBeat, and more- Coordinated media interviews, supporting on media trainings and the development of briefing documents and messaging materials- Researched, analyzed, and reported on market trends, competitors, and current news cycles to inform strategies and identify coverage opportunities for clients- Identified and connected with influencers to form valuable partnerships and digital collaborations that drove brand awareness for retail clients- Managed product selection, influencer gifting, and mailers for West Elm and Firstleaf to support brand awareness campaigns and introduce the brands to key media

- Served as one of 17 members of the Executive Committee for the world's largest student-run philanthropy which engages 16,500 student volunteers yearly- Developed communications strategy for the organization to drive brand awareness and online giving, raising more than $10.6 million in the 2018-2019 financial year- Served as the primary spokesperson for the organization, participating in media interviews and communicating directly with donors and stakeholders- Managed the external reputation of THON and led 100+ student volunteers in development of all external communications materials, collaborating across departments including video production, brand development, media relations, social media, graphic design, photography, website development, and more- Led communications strategies and messaging development following crisis situations- Dedicated 40+ hours per week to THON-related responsibilities, strategic planning, and events while balancing a full BA/MA academic curriculumTHON is the world's largest student-run philanthropy with a commitment to enhancing the lives of children and families impacted by childhood cancer. Our mission is to provide emotional and financial support, spread awareness and ensure funding for critical research - all in pursuit of a cure.

- Assisted tenured professor at Penn State in all administrative duties including grading, exam and assignment distribution, and student communication- Wrote lesson plans and lectured to classes of 100 students for GLIS 101: Globalization course at Penn State

- Led development of communications materials to connect students with alumni- Collaborated with department staff to oversee activities that fostered a sense of community within the department- Managed department social media pages, writing copy and scheduling content

- Aided in development and publishing of mass donor communications including the Division’s We Are magazine and Penn State News website to communicate the importance of philanthropy at Penn State- Drafted major gift proposals to support frontline fundraisers- Utilized university databases to write targeted donor communications materials and letters on behalf of the university president

- Encouraged peers to practice environmentally-friendly behaviors to improve sustainability and waste management efforts at The Pennsylvania State University- Educated students on benefits of sustainable practices through face-to-face conversations and interactive events- Developed leadership and team-building skills by coordinating activities focused on sustainability with freshmen students in the dormitories

- Support in instructional, hygiene, and monitorial duties for students with special needs in grades K through 4 during summer program- Implement behavioral support plans and instruction in reading, handwriting, and life skills- Help students retain skills taught during the regular 180-day school year and provide feedback to classroom teacher