BRIANA JONES

Hampton,GA

678.654.4477 brijones1@icloud.com Online Portfolio: www.brianadjones.com

EDUCATION
Florida Gulf Coast University, graduated May 2015
Bachelor of Arts in Communication, Public Relations concentration, Marketing minor

PUBLIC RELATIONS EXPERIENCE

Public Relations Intern

Hope-Beckham Inc., Atlanta, GA, Aug 2015-present

Assist with media relations for the TOUR Championship by Coca-Cola
Write press releases and create media lists for various clients
Create an editorial calendar and social media content calendar for Hope-Beckham Inc.

Public Relations Intern

Bonita Springs Area Chamber of Commerce, Bonita Springs, FL, JanApr 2015
Drafted press releases for new business ribbon cuttings that were placed in local media
Compiled press clippings and media coverage about Chamber events and Chamber members
Created and maintained press contact list

Public Relations Intern

Southwest Florida Symphony, Fort Myers, FL, AugNov 2014

Posted upcoming events and performances to community calendars for print and television
Posted to and monitored social media site, Facebook
Drafted press releases

Public Relations Intern

Atlanta Ballet, Atlanta, GA, MayAug 2013

Assisted at photoshoots, commercial tapings, and press previews for performances
Maintained press contact list of 400+ media contacts across Metro-Atlanta
Compiled press clippings, mentions and coverage across media outlets

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

Sales Associate

Disney Store, Fort Myers, FL, Aug 2014-Apr 2015

Completed sales transactions and handled opening and closing procedures for the store

Merchandise Hostess

Disney College Program, Lake Buena Vista, FL, Jan-May 2014

Completed sales transactions and handled closing procedures for the store
Demonstrated use of the four keys for great guest service by receiving 13+ Four Keys Cards
Resolved guests problems by providing guest recovery
Assisted guests with directions to locations and services throughout the Disney Parks and Resorts

CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Public Relations Manager

FGCU Dance Company, March 2013-April 2015

Coordinated social media, community outreach and volunteer services

Board Member & Promotions Committee Member

FGCU Programming Board, October 2011December 2013

Completed primary research through student survey
Supported social media to increase student body awareness and develop promotional items to give away

SKILLS & TECHNOLOGIES

Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point; AP Style Writing; Critical Mention; Cision; Social
Media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram; Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator