Ann Stimson

astimson@uga.edu

180 Barber Street, Athens, GA 30601

901.356.1309 http://astimson.wordpress.com/

Education
The University of Georgia, Grady College of Journalism & Mass Communication, Athens, GA
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, anticipated May 2015
- Major: Public Relations Minor: Consumer Economics Certificate: New Media
- Cumulative GPA: 3.58/4
Major GPA: 3.57/4

Leadership and Work Experience

Nicole Miller, Public Relations Intern, New York, NY
May 2014- August 2014
Tracked and cataloged Nicole Miller press in relevant media outlets (print and digital)
Increased the organization of various sample pulls for editorial requests through Filemaker Pro and Threadvine
Maintained, kept track of, and updated all samples in sample closet
Epting Events, Public Relations Intern, Athens, GA
January 2014- May 2014
Enhanced their online Venue Finder using the WordPress program to update 35 venue's information
Created and initiated the How To Thursday social media campaign (cross-platform idea involving Wordpress, Facebook, and
Pinterest)
Crafted weekly social media posts and wrote blogs for an audience reach of approximately 5,000 viewers
Developed informational materials for the Atlanta Film Festival
Food2Kids, Public Relations Co-Director, Athens, GA
Marketed and promoted WillRock4Food by encouraging local stores to donate raffle items
Wrote press release on WillRock4Food and submitted to local paper (Red and Black)
Attended weekly Food2Kids Food Bank food bagging and Executive Council meetings

September 2013- Present

Chi Omega, Chairman of Social Events, Athens, GA

January 2013- January 2014
Coordinated and supervised a member committee: maximized committee potential by delegating to members strengths
Planned and implemented 5 date nights, one semi-formal, & 6 socials by booking venues & bands while staying in budget
Increased participation of social events through the use of social media and chapter announcements
LeBonheur Childrens Hospital, Communications Intern, Memphis, TN
May 2013- August 2013
Interviewed and photographed patients and their families for the e-newsletter
Enhanced donor support by using the database program Raisers Edge for donor mailing info
Attended weekly marketing staff meetings and took a webinar on social media
Improved special events by setting up and assisting two fund-raising events (Gurus of Golf and Big Wig Ball)

Sales Experience
Heerys Clothes Closet, Sales Associate, Athens, GA
Assist customers in finding suitable, high-end designer clothing, accessories, and footwear
Identify emerging trends to improve marketing opportunities and help execute trunk shows
Manage front desk and cash register

September 2013- Present

Turkoyz, Sales Associate, Memphis, TN

May 2013- August 2013 and Christmas Season
Increased sales by exhibiting excellent customer service in finding suitable jewelry and accessories
Conducted opening and closing procedures while exemplifying reliability and punctuality
Sea Island Resort, Junior Staff, Sea Island, GA
Managed and facilitated various groups of 20 children for multiple activities
Underwent a 5-Star Resort training

May 2012- July 2012

Awards and Community Involvement

Mentor, Clarke County Mentor Program
Member, Golden Key International Honour Society
Junior PanHellenic Delegate, PanHellenic
Deans List
Member, Public Relations Student Society of America
Member, Chi Omega
Executive Council, Food2Kids

January 2013- May 2013

January 2013- Present
September 2011- December 2011
2012, 2013, 2014
January 2013- Present
January 2012- Present
September 2013- Present