1. Alisdejohn.pr@gmail.com
601.421.7831
Education
Bachelors of Arts in Journalism The University of Southern Mississippi,
Hattiesburg, MS
Emphasis: Public Relations
Summary of Qualifications
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Knowledge of Spanish language Fall 2007-Present
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Experienced social media coordinator through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and
SnapChat Fall 2012- Present
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Extensive background in event planning and coordinating Fall 2013- Present
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Superb written and oral communication skills
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Superb customer service and management skills
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Creative and strategic planning
Relevant Experience
Event Coordinator/Liaison
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, LLC, Present
· Organized and coordinated 2nd
Annual NBA/European Skills & Development Camp for
professional player Charles Thomas, III
· Directed and executed daily camp activities
· Acted as lead contact for all camp inquiries, executing all email and phone
correspondence
· Acted as liaison between parents, participants and camp supervisor
· Conducted phone correspondence with high profile personnel including professional
basketball players Patrick Beverly and Sonny Weems and Tony Yarber, Mayor of
Jackson to confirm camp appearances
Host
Southern Miss Today Radio Show, Spring 2015
· Act as voice of Southern Miss Today Radio Show

2. · Greet pre-show guests and conduct interviews
· Display ability to exercise creative and strategic processing
Producer
Southern Miss Today Radio Show, Fall 2014
· Booked weekly guests including musical guests once a week
· Ensured that engineer, news reporters, social media coordinator, and videographer were
completing tasks with daily staff correspondence
· Directed and Executed live radio show
· Supervised a team of four to six individuals
· Facilitated staff development
Event Coordinator/ Social Chair
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Iota Kappa Chapter, Fall 2013-Fall 2014
· Planned and coordinated all social events at a minimum of three events per semester
· Negotiated with event promoters, venue owners, and disk jockeys
· Acted as liaison between sorority chapter and graphic designers
· Booked venues for social events both on and off university campus
· Brainstormed and created strategies for event logistics and operations
Accolade: Received “Oustanding Sorority Woman” Eagle Award for work
accomplished through sorority
Special Events Coordinator/Secretary
National Pan-Hellenic Council Executive Board Univ. Southern Miss., Spring 2014 -Fall
2014
· Planned and coordinated all social events at a minimum of five events per semester
including all NPHC Week events during school year and summer break.
· Prepared and recorded all minutes for necessary board and general body meetings
· Acted as liaison between council executive board and all active Pan-Hellenic chapters
· Assisted in coordination of 2014 Homecoming Step Show
· Acted as Host for 2014 Homecoming Step Show
· Worked closely with council president in event planning
· Acted as Host for 2014 Homecoming Step Show
· Acted as Co-Host along with council president for Fall 2014 New Member Presentation
· Coordinated and hosted “Crossing the Line” Program
Strategic Initiatives Intern
Mississippi Center for Education Innovation (MSCEI), Summer 2013-Summer 2015
· Developed graphics and newsletters to create awareness of Mississippi Adequate
Education Program
· Researched over 30 potential funders for MSCEI

3. · Developed look book for newly awarded Toyota Grant to be used for STEM Program at
Brown Elementary
· Served as lead chaperone for the Essence Festival 2015 #YesWeCode Hackathon
competition for 4 days
· Assisted with event set up
· Assisted team with oversight and guidance throughout concept development and
presentation
· Assisted executive director throughout development and implementation of TECHJXN
· Assisted with event promotion and ticket sales
· Provided office support i.e. copying documents to assure complete student information,
developed list of students with contact info, assisted with volunteer training, etc.
Accolade: Team placed 2nd
Runner Up in Hackathon Competition at Essence Festival
2015
Communications Manager
Jessica Simien Internship Program, Fall 2013
· Contacted businesses and collegiate institutions to pitch campaign and event ideas
· Relayed information and expectations to project team
· Booked and secured event dates and times
· Organized event planning techniques and strategies
Accolade: Received “Most Outstanding Intern” for work accomplished during program
Professional Organizations
JessicaSimien.com Fall 2013- Fall 2014
National Pan-Hellenic Council Executive Board, Fall 2013-Fall 2014
WUSM Southern Miss Today Radio Show, Fall 2014-Spring 2015
Mississippi Center for Education Innovation, Fall 2012-Present
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Fall 2013- Present
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LLC Present