Expert Application

Senior Researcher (Research Expert):

The research expert is a position filled by one student per semester. This student assists
the firm with all internal research. Responsibilities include:

● Conduct research to further improve the firm

● Present research findings to the class
● Teach research techniques to fellow students
● Assist the firm director in research
● Work alongside account executives to ensure proper research is being conducted
amongst associates
● Be available to assist students with research outside of the classroom
● Collaborate with other experts on constructing and maintaining TDC social media

Senior Copywriter (Writing Expert):

The writing expert is a position filled by one student per semester. This student assists the
firm with all written communication. Responsibilities include:

● Assist the firm with internal and external public relations

● Present writing techniques to the class
● Work with students on improving writing ability
● Assist account executives and firm director in editing written tactics
● Be available to work with students outside of the classroom on written tasks
● Collaborate with other experts on constructing and maintaining TDC social media

Senior Visual Designer (Design Expert):

The design expert is a position filled by one student per semester. This student assists the
firm with all visual communication. Responsibilities include:

● Improve upon the visual communication of the firm

● Present design strategies to the class
● Conduct workshops outside of class for students to attend
● Assist account executives and firm director in editing design tactics
● Be available to work with students outside of the classroom on design
● Collaborate with other experts on constructing and maintaining TDC social media
Client Relations Specialist (Sustainability Expert):
The sustainability expert is a position filled by one student per semester. This student
assists in maintaining relationships with previous clients and updating students on past
campaigns. Responsibilities include:

● Acclimate yourself with previous campaigns and client history

● Communicate and maintain relationships with previous clients
● Present campaign updates to the class
● Assist firm advisor and firm director with client communication
● Collaborate with other experts on constructing and maintaining TDC social media
I have read the information provided and fully understand the responsibilities I would
assume if named a Top Dog Communication Expert. Furthermore, I will earnestly work
for any not-for-profit organization assigned to me in hopes of helping them meet their
public relations objectives while expecting no payment from them directly whatsoever.

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Desired position: ____________________________

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Why are you qualified for this position? Why would you be the best choice?
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Along with this document, please attach one example of work you have completed in the
area you wish to specialize in if chosen to be an expert. If you are applying to be the
Design Expert, attach a PDF version of something you created on InDesign. If you are
applying to be the Writing Expert, attach a piece you have written. If you are applying to
be the Research Expert, conduct research on any topic relating to public relations and
attach a one-page document with summarized notes and references. If you are applying to
be the Sustainability Expert, attach a document briefly describing the importance of client
relationships and how the firm benefits from this position.