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BIO
Get To Know Me
My name is Lindsey Sutton. I am from Goldsboro, North Carolina. I am a recent college graduate looking to start my career in the Public Relations field. I am happy to apply the skills I have learned in college and previous work experiences to the future projects I will be responsible for creating and executing. I possess leadership skills and communication skills that allow me to work successfully in both individual and team environments. I look forward to using my knowledge to make a difference in the work place and in the community.
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RESUME
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a full-time position that allows for professional growth where I can demonstrate my knowledge and expertise in public relations and event management. My diligence and commitment, paired with my leadership skills in the workplace will be beneficial in achieving the company's goals and objectives.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science| Expected Graduation: May 2017| East Carolina University (ECU)| Greenville, NC
Major: Communication with a concentration in Public Relations and a minor in Sociology
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May 2013|Charles B. Aycock High School| Pikeville, NC
EXPERIENCE
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Social Media and Event Logistics Intern| Joyner Library| August 2016- May 2017| Greenville, NC
Aided in installation of art exhibits in the Faulkner Gallery
Helped with set up and execution of receptions and programs hosted in the Faulkner Gallery
Organized files and documents for programs and exhibitions
Promoted events and programs through social media accounts
Conducted a social media audit to measure the effectiveness and branding of social media accounts for Joyner Library
Senior Capstone Project| Uptown Brewing Company| January 2017- May 2017| Greenville, NC
Worked as a team to plan, promote, and execute a game night event at the brewery to generate awareness and business among the Greenville community and the East Carolina community
Student Library Advisory Board Committee| Joyner Library | January 2015- May 2017| Greenville, NC
Participated in discussions on how to enhance student experiences at the library
Gave feedback on current programs and resources for students at the library
Server| Cracker Barrel Old Country Store| October 2014-Present| Greenville, NC
Greeted guests and prepared orders in a timely and organized manner
Facilitated positive dining experiences, developed customer service and communication skills
Achieved Par IV training level status
Crew Member| Mcdonald’s | July 2011- July 2013| Goldsboro, NC
Greeted guests and took orders for both dine in and drive thru customers
Fulfilled orders and met proficiency standards
HONORS AND AWARDS
Women's Basketball Team Captain- Charles B. Aycock High School 2013
National Honors Society- Charles B. Aycock High School 2012-2013
Magna Cum Laude- East Carolina University 2017
SKILLS
Leadership
Communication
Teamwork
Interpersonal
Public Speaking
Creativity
Time Management
Planning
Problem Solving
INTERNSHIP AND OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
My Roles & Responsibilities
SOCIAL MEDIA AND EVENT LOGISTICS INTERN
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JOYNER LIBRARY
January 2017 - May 2017
As a social media intern, I was responsible for publishing content to all of Joyner Library's social media platforms. I effectively developed and ran a public relations campaign for National Library Week on social media platforms. I also created and presented a social media marketing plan for Joyner Library.
As an event logistics intern, I worked closely with the Programs and Event Coordinator for Joyner Library. I assisted with the execution of several receptions for art exhibitions in Joyner Library. I also aided in the execution of several faculty and student programs that were hosted in Joyner Library.
SENIOR CAPSTONE PROJECT
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UPTOWN BREWING COMPANY
January 2017 - May 2017
For my senior capstone project, I worked with a team to effectively execute a public relations campaign for a local business. I aided in planning and hosting a "Game Night" event at the brewery. The event resulted in a 20% increase in sales for the night. As a group, we also boosted the social media presence of Uptown Brewing Company by 225 followers in the five month timespan.
PAR IV SERVER,
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CRACKER BARREL OLD COUNTRY STORE
October 2014 - present
Throughout my three years at Cracker Barrel, I effectively developed communication and interpersonal skills. I completed the highest level of training available to servers. I learned how to lead my co-workers to run a successful and smooth shift. My time as a server helped to expand my knowledge of public relations skills through experience in a customer service setting.
EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE
EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
BS IN COMMUNICATION WITH A CONCENTRATION IN PUBLIC RELATIONS
MINOR IN SOCIOLOGY
2014-2017
I transferred to East Carolina University after my freshman year of college at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. At ECU, I found passions in public relations and sociology. I also completed a leadership course that taught me how to become an effective leader and work with others. My time at ECU was centered around Joyner Library. In the fall 2014 semester, I joined the Student Advisory Board for Joyner Library. Through networking, I secured and completed an internship as the social media and event logistics intern during the Spring 2017 semester. I graduated Magna Cum Laude in May 2017.
If you have any other questions about my academic experience, don’t hesitate to contact me.
Heather White
Assistant Director for Assessment and Engagement
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Joyner Library
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whiteh@ecu.edu
(252) 328-2870
Bill Rivers
General Manager
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Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Greenville, NC
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(252) 355-1662
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CONTACT ME
Address:
502 Parkwood Drive
High Point, NC
27262
Email:
Phone:
919-920-7437