Working hard and playing hard!
My college experience, outside of the friendships and fun, has been marked by several game-changing opportunities in the modern workplace. From my time abroad working in social media marketing, to my most recent internship with a public relations agency in Nashville, I have been particularly equipped to engage thoughtfully with the industry as we now know it. Exercising my knack for details, my deep desire for meaningful collaboration, and versatile creative capacity has absolutely changed my life.
Social Media Marketing in London
Summer after my freshman year, I had the opportunity to study abroad with Samford in London, where I studied Visual and Performing Arts, explored the city, and held a position as an intern with a local firm. I worked closely with Nicky Browne, the founder and owner of Mighty Oak Public Speaking, a program focused on teaching primary school students how to speak articulately and confidently. I crafted over 30 social media posts and reusable templates, wrote copy for email and other marketing endeavors, and provided support as needed in other areas. Outside of working hours, I fell in love with London as I walked (and ate) through its many eclectic boroughs and their attractions. This was the exact push I needed coming off of freshman year, and I would love to go back!
Public Relations in Nashville
In preparation for my senior year, I worked as an intern with EPIC Agency, a national public relations agency based in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Over the course of 3 months, I delved deep into the world of PR. I learned how to craft press kits, write suggested questions for podcasts interviews, draft press releases, create and utilize media lists on Muckrack, and work with authors, speakers, filmmakers, and more. Over the course of the summer, I worked on over 15 different accounts in multiple industries within faith-based entertainment. I truly loved it, and I have never felt more equipped to enter the workforce.
