Rachel Chastain

chastainrachel1@gmail.com rachelchastain.blogspot.com 248.321.3197 @RachastaPR

Education

Oakland University | Rochester, Mich. | August 2013 B.A.: Journalism (public relations, communications, marketing) | GPA: 3.6 Real Estate School of Michigan | Troy, Mich. | September 2011 Real Estate License That Working Girl | Social Media Intern | Virtual | September 2013 - present Utilize HootSuite to schedule tweets through the day to help reach target audiences, recruit new followers, communicate with them and create stimulating conversation Women of Tomorrow | Program Services Intern | Detroit, Mich. | May 2013 - present Research new opportunities to expand mentor program in inner city schools of Detroit Contact and pitch program to school principals and staff Assist with special fundraising events; attend career-focused and college campus field trips Ensure mentee paperwork is up-to-date and accurate; recruit new mentors for program Make - A - Wish Foundation of Michigan | Wish Granter | Detroit, Mich. | March 2013 - present Contact the families of wish children and ensure all paperwork is completed and processed Keep monthly contact with wish children and their families until the wish is completed Plan send off and welcome home parties for wish children and ensure the wish experience is the best possible experience for the wish children Golden Retriever Foundation | Social Media Intern | Virtual | September 2012 - present Create a high following on Facebook by promoting the foundation via daily posts as well as monitoring feedback and communicating daily with target audience

Experience

Detroit Zoo | Communications Intern | Royal Oak, Mich. | November 2012 - May 2013 Researched and drafted press releases and newsletter material, updated website content, assisted with internal and external communications Scheduled and coordinated media interviews, escorted media through the Zoo during video and photo shoots Assisted with special events, including updating website, brainstorming event ideas and campaigns Developed and updated Zoos Pinterest page The College Crush | Social Media Intern | Virtual | June 2012 - February 2013 Assisted with daily social media management to help reach target audiences, recruit new followers, communicate with fans and created stimulating conversation Red Lotus Yoga | Receptionist | Rochester Hills, Mich. | April 2008 - December 2012 Promoted and coordinated classes and attendance, monitored yoga facilities and communicated with students

Honors & Membership 2009 - present: Delta Zeta National Sorority

Skills Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Instagram

Public relations writing, media relations, event planning Microsoft Office, administrative support, HootSuite

2009 - 2010: Chapter Chair of Philanthropy, Delta Zeta 2005 - 2009: Rochester Cheer Team, Captain, Rochester High School