Jordan Knight
401 Rosemont Avenue
Frederick, MD 2170 jak23@hood.edu
443-841-5936
PROFILE • Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
- Proven work ethic and time management skills
- Strong interest in public relations and marketing
EDUCATION B.A., Communication Arts, Hood College, Frederick, MD January 2013
COURSEWORK Mass Media and Society, News Writing, Speech Communication, PR Campaigns
- Studied the history of media and how media influences society
- Wrote numerous articles including press releases, hard news, and features; developed written communication skills; gained appreciation for feedback
- Wrote and delivered numerous speeches; developed strong verbal communication skills
- Developed a PR campaign for special events held by Celebrate Frederick
EXPERIENCE Nanny for Family Summer 2012
- Provided transportation to activities
- Responsible for daily routine
- Assisted with academic work and recreational pursuits
Celebrate Frederick Jan 2012- May 2012
- Developed a campaign for a new holiday event
- Wrote press releases
- Updated Facebook and Celebrate Frederick’s website
- Promoted upcoming events
- Generated new ideas for special events
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, Baltimore, MD
May 2011-Jan 2012
- Provided Customer Service
- Coordinated private events
- Interacted with clients and fellow employees
- Promoted Restaurant with social media
The ARC, Northern Chesapeake Region, MD May 2010- Sept 2010
- Helped people with intellectual and developmental disabilities build better lives
- Provided personal support to these individuals
- Assisted with daily work tasks
- Guided disabled individuals through their day
ACTIVITIES PRSSA (Public Relations Student Society of America)2012-present
- Helped re-establish club on campus
- Held Leadership positions as Vice President and Secretary
SKILLS Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Facebook, Twitter, blogs, Press Releases, news articles, event planning