Amanda L. Jones
ajones10@uoregon.edu
EDUCATION
University of Oregon, Eugene
School of Journalism and Communication, expect Fall 2008
Major in Journalism: Public Relations
Minors in Business Administration, Communication
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
The Ulum Group
June 2008-August 2008
Public Relations Intern
·Researched and wrote articles for news letters and magazines
·Developed media lists
·Wrote news releases for various organizations
Verve Northwest Communications
September 2007-December 2007
Media Relations Intern
·Wrote news releases and pitch letter for local concert series
·Researched and organized appropriate local media contacts
City of Albany, Parks and Recreation Department
June 2007-August 2007
Public Relations Intern/Volunteer Coordinator
·Developed and managed volunteer program
·Recruited and trained volunteers for summer programs
·Arranged hospitality for event artists
United Way of Lane County
April 2007-June 2007
Marketing Intern
·Created marketing packet for social service database
·Worked with board of directors to word Web site and postcard
EMPLOYMENT
Outback Steakhouse
June 2003-September 2008
Server/Bartender
ŸGreet customers and provided them with fast and friendly customer service
ŸServe 3 to 4 tables at any given time
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
University of Oregon Public Relations Student Society of America
September 2006 – present
·Receive and gather insight into the public relations industry
·Tour public relations agencies once per term
