Samantha Sanders
Successfully obtain a bachelor’s degree majoring in Public Relations from The University of Alabama with a concentration in Sociology. During that process, experience the multitude of opportunities, scholarships and career openings the University has to offer..
RESUME
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PUBLIC RELATIONS AND MARKETING INTERN
KNIGHT EADY SPORTS GROUP I August 2015 - January 2016
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Assist with media relations, including researching, pitching and scheduling interview opportunities.
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Managed Knight Eady social media platforms daily focusing on bringing applicable content to the group’s followers.
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Created AHSAA Super 7 Championship graphic designs for AHSAA social media platforms.
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Drafted social media content for AHSAA, Elevate the Stage and Lutzie 43.
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Developed and distributed press releases and media alerts that resulted in coverage for clients in a range of sports industries.
BRANDING DIVISION
CAPSTONE AGENCY I August 2015 - December 2015
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Work in the student-run integrated communications firm composed of top students at The University of Alabama.
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Developed internal and external messaging for Capstone Agency and other clients.
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Conducted extensive research on the primary operations, products and services.
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Developed site-map and web content for the rebranding of Capstone Agency.
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Created core values reflecting the direction of the Capstone Agency.
MARKETING INTERN
FRESHWATER LAND TRUST I May 2015 - August 2015
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Created and implemented “I support #LandAid 2015 Because...” social media campaign for the 7th annual Land Aid 2015 Fundraiser.
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Secured sponsorships with Alabama Power, Vulcan Value Partners & other organizations in the Greater Birmingham Area.
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Updated the FWLT visual identity / brand with new graphic design work // brochures, one-sheets, info graphics & booklets.
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Assisted in coordinating the largest Land Aid Fundraiser in company history.
COMMUNICATION TEAM MEMBER
UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS I April 2014 - May 2015
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Initiated training and logistics program for new communications team members.
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Managed social media platforms which led to a 63% increase in media presence.
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Designed promotional fliers, posters and big screen promotions for student implemented events.
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Directed student-based focus groups for office advancement.
PHOTOSHOP
INDESIGN
ILLUSTRATOR
MEDIA WRITING
CRITICAL THINKING
Accolades
PRESIDENT'S LIST
DEAN'S LIST
UA HONORS COLLEGE
UA MEDIA PLANNING BOARD
UA ALL-GIRL CHEERLEADING SQUAD
CURTIS & EDITH MUNSON SCHOLARSHIP
BLACK SCHOLAR ACADEMIC AWARD
Education
THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA
Bachelor of Arts Candidate
Commuincation and Information Sciences
Major: Public Relations
Minor: Sociology
GPA: 3.5 // 4.0
Graduation: May 2015