Education

emily vontom

734.276.5144 emilymariev@gmail.com @emilyvontom www.emilyvontom.com

Eastern Michigan University expected 4.2013 Master of Arts: Written Communications (Professional Writing) Eastern Michigan University 4.2009 Bachelor of Arts: History, Political Science

Experience

Pakmode Media + Marketing Public Relations and Social Media Intern 1.2013 to present Social media management for a variety of clients including EMU athletics, Ford Lake Frozen Leap, Sandler Training, and iSPY Magazine Assist with promotions and game day operations of EMU athletic events Write and pitch press releases to appropriate news outlet to secure media coverage for clients Eastern Michigan University Communications Associate 5.2011 to present Write, pitch and follow up on University press releases and stories to appropriate news outlets Pitch University events and news to reporters via Twitter and other social media platforms Research and write for Eastern, the Universitys official magazine Create and maintain a master list of media coverage; prepare weekly and monthly executive summaries for vice president using Google Alerts and Google Analytics Research media targets and contacts to create and maintain a master media list of journalists and other contacts Public Relations Student Society of America Vice President 5.2012 to present Build and maintain relationships with local businesses that offer internships for Chapter members keep Chapter members updated on opportunities Reach out to local agencies and companies to plan and coordinate tour logistics and job shadowing opportunities Maintain constant contact with Chapter alumni and local professionals in order to create professional development opportunities for the Chapter Vice President of Special Events + Programs 5.2011 to 4.2012 Maintain a social media presence via PRSSA blog, Facebook and Twitter (hosted Tweet chats, fielded questions and organized online media tactics) Organized the Annual Student Development Conference, which included securing location and speakers, planning all activities, creating schedule of events, flyers, brochures, email copy and external promotions Created and executed events and programs for chapter members, including professional development workshops, agency tours, and social events Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum Customer Service Associate - 5.2006 - 8.2009 Operate point of sales for membership and admissions; handle customer questions and complaints Assist business manager with administrative tasks including payroll, filing, copies, and data collection Handle Museum store operations, including point of sales, stocking and inventory of store merchandise, and customer service

Activities

Skills

Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan: Volunteer 5.2011 to present The College Crush: PR, Social Media and Editorial Intern 5.2011 to present Intern Queen: Campus Ambassador 5.2011 to 8.2012 Ann Arbor Civic Ballet: PR and Grant Writing Intern 10.2012 to 5.2011 Mott Childrens Hospital: Volunteer 5.2007 to 1.2008 Microsoft Office, Google Applications, Adobe (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver), Cision, HTML AP Style, event planning, media relations, research, public relations programming and administrative support Social media platforms including, but not limited to, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Google+, YouTube, FourSquare, LinkedIn, Wordpress and Blogger