JESSICA M. LISS
320 Woodward St. Austin, TX 78704 (832) 298-4460
[email protected]
EDUCATION AND HONORS---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Bachelor of Arts, Communication; Expected May 2014 Advertising and Public Relations specialization Dean’s List since 2010, St. Edward’s University, Austin, TX GPA: 3.75 EXPERIENCE-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------St. Edward’s University, Austin, TX, August 2013 - Present Communication Intern - Office of Career Services • Serve as communication liaison between career office and student body • Coordinate projects from eight staff members, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines • Monitor five social media networks and update content • Post information about events and services on social media • Schedule communications at peak times using HootSuite software • Promote career services through diverse media, e-mails, and campus flyers • Manage “Success Outcomes” website, maintain blog, and spotlight student achievers • Write blog entries about students and employers; conduct interviews to gather information St. Edward’s University, Austin, TX, 2011 – Present -Captain of Cheerleading Team• Choreograph cheerleading routines and teach performance strategies for 20 team members • Plan and organize three cheerleading practices weekly for two athletic events • Teach routines for competitions, pep rallies, and athletic events • Conduct stunt and gymnastic training and continually motivate team • Observe and evaluated strengths and weaknesses of squad members • Prepare performance and practice schedules and lead teams for competitions and sporting events • Ensure strict adherence to work out plans and on/off campus behavior • Encourage team spirit, sportsmanship, and support for campus activities • Team won “Best Fight Song” at summer cheer camp Jewish Community Center, Houston, TX, Summers, 2009 - Present -Cheerleader Instructor• Teach cheerleading to youth of all ages • Plan and organize week long summer cheer clinics • Develop weekly cheer routines for end of summer performances • Create weekly newsletter for parents and write articles Fossil Wildlife Center, Glen Rose, TX, 2006 – Present -Veterinary Assistant/Volunteer• Feed animals, round up hooved animals, and transport animals to infirmary • Locate animals needing medical attention • Drove around 3,000 acres center and observed wildlife and grounds activity VOLUNTEER SERVICE--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Susan G. Komen “Race for the Cure”: Hand out water and cheer for survivor participants
“Copperfield Math Night” Play math games for prizes with underprivileged children “Pleasant Hills Elementary Tutor” Tutored a boy weekly in mathematics SKILLS----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Exceptional time and task management skills; meet tight deadlines Excellent oral and written communication skills Highly organized planner; attentive to detail