Brooke Leigh Allen
989-400-3951
brookeallenla@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE
I am looking for an opportunity in communications where I can complement my public relations skills and out-of-the-box thinking. I am outgoing, creative, energetic and dependable. Knowledgeable of increasing awareness, event planning, media contact, entertainment, communications, and personal/office assistant.
SKILLS
Microsoft, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Mac and PC, Outlook, Constant Contact, commercial writing, PSA, press release, copy editing, event planning, journalism, and all forms of social media.
EDUCATION
Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan
Integrative Public Relations-Major
Journalism-Minor 2010 December
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 2011 January- April 2011
E Center Acupuncture, Non Profit Wellness Professionals Los Angeles
Public Relations Event Coordinator
· Acted as the liaison between customer base and management.
· Assisted in the research, promoting, planning, and placement of lectures and venues
· Developed news and press releases, flyers, brochures, newsletters, memos, and corporate letters.
· Maintained the current media distribution list and assist with monitoring current websites and social media platforms
· Planned, organized, and implemented trade shows and expos
RSP Talent, Los Angeles 2010 August-February 2011
Communications/Office Manager
· Researched new talent buyers and celebrity clients
· Collected ideas for blogs, Twitter, flickr and facebook posts while generating fresh content daily
· Maintained Outlook email and calendar
· Construct and personally sent out 3,500 newsletters on a weekly basis
· Trusted to deposit large sums of money into celebrity talents accounts
· Corresponded with talent buyers creating itineraries, booking flights, travel, hotel
Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort, Michigan 2005 February- July 2010
Cocktail Server
· Maintained four diamond customer service in a fast paced and upscale environment. Up sell wines and liquor by promoting awareness. Serve beverages and food during concerts and events while handling money and large orders.
· Presented elite customer service and increased customer satisfaction and generated lifelong patrons with positive interactions. Micros trained and tip certified.
Freelance
Production assistant on music video set Los Angeles
Promotions for grand opening of Super Gyms West Los Angeles
