William H.

Ballentine
9307 Tellico Place, Clinton, MD 20735
School Address: 1300 S. Farmview Dr. #M18, Dover, DE 19901
Phone: 240-460-6359
Email: will.ballentine012@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE: I am pursuing a degree in mass communications with a concentration in
public relations. I am seeking opportunities that will allow me to use my leadership
skills, computer knowledge, and gain hands on experience in the fields of
communications, public relations and political affairs.
EDUCATION
Delaware State University Junior Year
Major Communications/Public Relations (GPA 3.25)
Riverdale Baptist School, Largo, MD
College Prep High School Diploma

August 2012-Present
June 2012

EXPERIENCE
Office of Congressman Steny Hoyer
Summer 2015
Write Correspondence and Memos for Hearings and Events
Handle mail and manage office calls
Assist with planning events
Attend hearings and briefings to keep office informed about current legislative
issues.
Complete research as needed and report findings to representative.
Office of Dover, Delaware Mayor Robin Christiansen
Public Affairs and Emergency Management Intern
Responsible for social media and web development.
Assist with event planning and fundraising activities.

Winter 2015

Delaware State University Dover, DE

Winter 2015
Office of Public Relations
Intern
Responsible for drafting press releases for university events and handling media
coverage for special black history month celebration.
Developed first smart phone app for the university.
Foot Locker Inc. Dover, DE
3/2014-3/2015
Assistant Manager
Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the store, which include employee
scheduling, payroll, employee training, cash verification, and ensuring the
store met the standards set by the company.

Political Development Group Washington, D.C.

Summer 2013
Summer Intern
Assisted with fundraising events and organized meetings for members of Congress.
Provided assistance in securing monetary contributions for political events.
Secured event venues working with individuals to ensure all event requirements were
met in a timely manner.
Provided administrative assistance, computer support, and trained incoming interns.
ACHIEVEMENTS/ACTIVITIES
Delaware State University Deans List
Lambda Pi Eta Mass Communications Honors Society
Sigma Alpha Pi The National Society of Leadership and Success
Member Public Relations Society of America
Member Public Relations Student Society of America
Member Bateman Case Study Competition
Member National Association of Black Journalist
Publicist for Men of Color Alliance, Delaware State University
Civil Rights Delaware Project 1964 Author: Music Fights for Civil
Rights
Riverdale Baptist School Year Book Editor 2011-2012
World Media Network Internship at The National Harbor - PSA Editor 2011-2012
Completed Management Training- Six Fags America 2010
Hope of Life International Child Sponsor Guatemala
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Habitat for Humanity
Delaware State University Day of Service
Delaware State University Men of Color Alliance Community Service Team
Riverdale Baptist School Junior Class Missions Team
Jeans for Teens
Christmas for Orphan
Christmas in April
Rebuilding America
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Feed the Hungry
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. EMBODI Program
HOPE Missionary Day
Lott Carey Calling Congregations
Lott Carey Foreign Missions
Caribbean Baptist Youth Summit
Maple Springs Baptist Church Youth Ministry
Maple Springs Baptist Church Missions and Outreach Ministry
So Others Might Eat, (SOME)
Prince Georges County Special Olympics
Marine Corps Toys for Tots

COMPUTER/SKILLS
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Proficient with Apple Software
Experience with film production
Experienced Editor