Michael J. Martinez -- mm15e7014@westpost.net -- 806.239.0549 MichaelMartinez.

me Profile A dynamic and driven writer skilled in publishing work for a diverse audi ence. Trained and experienced in adapting to various writing styles with a prov en ability for building relationships specific to the assignment. Interested in expanding skills and abilities by immersing myself in an environment with a resp onsible, honest work ethic that is committed to producing quality work. Skills and Abilities *Writing and Editing *Interpersonal Communication *Article Research *Interviewing *Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, InDesign *Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel *Proficient in both PC and Mac *Social Media & Event Management Education Baylor University, Waco, Texas Bachelor of Arts in: Public Relations, Professional Writing GPA: 3.3 - Graduated: December 2010 Experience bigInk Public Relations & Marketing-Internship January 2011-present. Dallas, Texas *Writing media alerts and creating e-newsletters for clients. *Maintaining and developing a social media presence for clients. *Utilizing and searching the web for client "hits". Researching new methods and strategies to promote the brand of clients. Baylor Alumni Association-Internship August 2010-December 2010. Waco, Texas *Wrote for the online newsletter, Between the Lines, and wrote articles for the award-winning quarterly magazine, the Baylor Line. Brainstormed story ideas with staff. *Worked under a strict deadline for all articles and publications. *Volunteered and planned for a variety of BAA events including Homecoming activi ties and pre-gaming events. *Improved people skills through interviews and assignments. Baylor University College of Arts and Sciences-Internship August 2009-December 2009. Waco, Texas *Wrote press releases as assigned by the director of public relations for the Co llege of Arts and Sciences. *Contributed to the Arts and Sciences webpage through graphics and articles. *Edited content for the Baylor Arts & Sciences magazine. *Contacted appropriate media for press releases, media advisories, etc. *Interviewed professors, faculty and students for stories related to the College of Arts and Sciences. *Worked under a strict deadline for all articles and publications. *Maintained a social media presence for the College of Arts and Sciences. Activities and Honors

Recipient of Baylor Founder's scholarship, 2006 Volunteer at Waco Humane Society, 2008-2009 Member of Boy Scouts of America; Eagle Scout REFERENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST MICROSOFT WORD RESUME AVAILABLE ON REQUEST