- Serve as a beat mentor for current students in Reporting I, a journalism course offered at UGA for PR and Journalism majors.-Hold office hours to facilitate student discussion and questions-Attend class weekly-Advise students on AP style, writing, group projects, pitching, interviewing and essential reporting guidance-Created video learning supplements for covering an election and interviewing at poll locations-Create supplemental learning guides such as presentations and graphics to aid students in completing assignments and projects for the course-Guide students as they cover a major event in their community (Athens Porchfest 2024)-Facilitate group meetings to review students' end-of-semester pitch project for an assigned beat (local music, business, diversity, government, sustainability, etc.)

-Increase the engagement and retain memberships of the largest PRSSA chapter in the United States-Create innovative ideas to bring to the chapter closer together-Provide a welcoming environment and assist with the recruitment of new members-Attend bi-weekly meetings, guest speaker presentations and other events hosted by the organizationThrough PRSSA, I’ve gained a professional network and have been given advice, tips and opportunities related to the Public Relations professional career.

-Interacted with customers to provide an exceptional level of service, advancing the restaurant’s welcoming environment-Performed multiple serving tasks at once under limited time constraints

-Researched and pitched media outlets to gain artist and festival coverage-Secured tour press for clients by pitching and communicating to thousands of media contacts and venues nationally across multiple clients on a daily basis-Researched 2000+ media contacts utilizing MuckRack-Updated media lists using Constant Contact-Posted to the IVPR social media

-Report for the culture desk at the independent student newspaper serving the communities of Athens and students at the University of Georgia-Cover and report on the local music scene, movies, fashion, religion and festivals and capture stories that make up the Athens community-Human-interest stories, event coverage, reviews, Q&A’s, feature writing and business profiles

-Supervised swimming activities at neighborhood pools-Ensured policies, guidelines, and safety protocols were followed-Maintained a safe environment for children and families-Administered first aid and CPR in the event of injury-Rescued swimmers in distress or danger of drowning-Certified in adult, child, and infant First Aid, AED and CPR

-Worked closely with the CEO to fulfill sales and orders-Extended business to local retail markets-Created a marketing method that reflected the goals of success of Towel Chic in the future-Obtained hands-on experience with selling products to customers & working a register-Managed social media-Provided marketing and business feedback-Engaged in creative writing, graphic design and advertising.Arzu, the founder of woman-owned and inspired Towel Chic and I, worked together as partners to share with others the history and master artisanship of the authentic Turkish towel

-Gained experience working in the hair and makeup industry-Managed and booked appointments-Answered phone calls-Greeted guests to provide a pleasant experience-Cleaned the salon-Guided/directed stylists and make up artists-Worked as a makeup artist, providing makeup services and gaining experience with a variety of clients, working patiently to fulfill their service needs

-Worked the register-Greeted customers to fulfill a satisfactory customer experience-Answered phone calls-Prepared, cooked, & served food and smoothies-Conducted opening & closing duties including cleaning skillsAs my first job, I learned skills of leadership, encouragement, teamwork and drive.