Public Relations Resume Example

PUBLIC RELATIONS RESUME

A public relations resume should most important display a clearly defined objective of the candidate through the contents of the resume. It should be prepared in the modern format. The candidate should note that at the end of the resume “Reference available on request' should be avoided in a public relations resume. To substitute for this, the candidate may strongly highlight his past achievements and contributions in the field of public relations. Educational qualifications and trainings, special skills etc. should be systematically mentioned. Internship experience should preferably be possessed by the candidate and mentioned in the resume. The following sample resume will guide the candidate in preparing a proper resume:

Tina Henderson

111 Gilbert Street Phoenix 28132 (100)213 3233

Profile

Enthusiastic, resourceful, and trainable recent graduate with academic background in communications and internship experience as Communications' Program teachers' assistant.

Offer old-fashioned work-ethic and excellent prioritization abilities developed through balancing of rigorous academic and employment objectives throughout high school and college years.

Professionally committed and responsible. Adapt easily to new situations. Successfully handle a wide range of functions using a combination of creative, organizational, and writing skills.

Maintain focus in demanding work environments, under deadline and pressure conditions. Meet challenges head-on and always find a way to effectively complete multiple assignments or tasks.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Trinity University, Boston, NY May, xxxx

Courses included Introduction to Public Relations, Message Criticism, Advanced Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communications, Organizational Communication, and Persuasion.

Internship Experience

Teachers' Assistant Boston University, Boston NY Spring, xxxx

Assisted professors in planning, teaching, and record-keeping for forty-two students in two Communications classes: Interpersonal Communication and Group Interaction and Discussion.

Tutored students daily and taught one day per week.

Wrote study guides and held review sessions. Aided in preparation of professors' lesson plans and prepared lesson plans for own teaching. Served as liaison between students and teachers. Kept teachers' attendance records and grade book.

Originally suggested internship to one professor and pursued existing opportunity with the other. Received excellent evaluations from each teacher and from students.

Computer and Communication Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Work in PC and Mac environments. Accomplished writer, editor, and public speaker. Conversant in Spanish.

Employment

Rood and Mark Supermarket Camay, NY 1999 to xxxx

Theater Attendant Grand Theater Camay, NY 1998 to 1999

Dietary Aide to the Elderly St. Joseph's Nursing Home Bayside, NY 1995 to 1997

Sales Associate and Cashier Bluebell Shop Boston, NY 1994 to 1995