Lindsey M. Smith501 Vairo Blvd. Apt. 1012 |State College, PA 16803 |Cell: (717) 479-8190 |L.michelesmith24@gmail.com______________________________________________________________________________EDUCATION: Pennsylvania State University State College, PA

Aug 2009- Present

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Public Relations expected May 2014 Minor in English completed May 2013 Cumulative GPA: 3.68

QUALIFICATIONS:

Well-practiced in various forms of communication, including the ability to understand and relate to a variety of communication practices

Proficient knowledge of various social media platforms Strong writing skills with the ability to write professional press releases,

articles, etc. Highly organized, motivated and detail oriented Excellent communicator and listener, specifically in interpersonal

communication

WORK EXPERIENCE: Affinity Connection State College, PA January 2014 – PresentIntern to Account Executives

Interview clients and publish articles for monthly newsletters, e-blasts, and website content

Update client profiles in DonorPerfect and Workamajig softwares Assist account executives with daily operations for maintaining client

relations

T.J. Maxx Hanover, PA July 2008- PresentSales Associate, Cash Office Operator, Cashier

Engage in communication with customers in various aspects Experienced in training new employees and teaching customer service skills Effective at providing attentive customer service Responsible for balancing the safe and registers before each business day

RELEVANT COURSES:

Interpersonal Communication Writing for the Media Research Methods in Advertising/Public Relations Public Relations Campaigns Crisis Communications in Public Relations

VOLUNTEER WORK:

Volunteer for Adopt a Highway Program March 2012- Present

Staff writer for the Capitol Times Newspaper January 2013- May 2013

Phoenix Literary Magazine Editor January 2008- June 2009