Kamala Johnson

4235 Liffey Lane Decatur, GA 30034 770-634-4464 kamalajohnson@hotmail.com

EDUCATION
Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA Expected Graduation: May 2015
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism Concentration: Public Relations
Minor in Hospitality Administration
GPA: 3.6/4.0

Relevant Courses: Media Writing, Media Research, Public Relations Techniques, Hospitality Marketing, Applied
Graphic Design, Digital Publication & Production

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Relevant experience with creating press releases, executing marketing plans, event planning, and social media
management.
Proven communication, interpersonal and organization abilities.
Proficient research and writing skills.
Exhibit cross-functional teamwork.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; intermediate in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Premier, and Final Cut Pro.

CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity, Pi Chapter, Atlanta, GA August 2013-Present
Rush Chair
Plan and execute programs that represent the fraternity professionally and engage the student body.
IT Chair
Maintained and updated the chapters website with current events.

Infinite Appeal, Premier Fashion Organization, Atlanta, GA August 2012-May 2014
Vice President
Developed press releases and marketing initiatives to promote various events and community service projects to the
student body.
Scouted potential sponsorships for various programming.
Executed creative and engaging events that represent the organizations mission to the study body.

Spotlight Programs Board, Official Programming Board, Atlanta, GA August 2012-May 2014
Special Events Committee Member
Assisted with the planning and execution of events through creative development and managing budgets.
Public Relations Committee Member
Created compelling marketing initiatives highlighting campus events for a student body of approximately 30,000.

WORK EXPERIENCE
University Career Services - Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA February 2014-Present
Student Assistant
Perform general office procedures, such as answering phone calls, greet students and employers, and collect/enter
documentation for campus recruitment databases.
Post marketing materials on campus to promote various event and job opportunities.
Assist with the executing of event preparation, setup, and the process.
Create publications using Adobe Suite for campus events.

StudioWed, Atlanta, GA September 2013-January 2014
Lead Intern
Assisted with submissions to blogs, publications, and social media sites.
Contributed to a positive brand image by marketing to potential clients at networking events.
Assisted with coordination and execution of events and contacted local businesses to participate as sponsors.