Ciara Lynn Gray

845-750-1464 ciaralynn129@gmail.com
600 Heyward Street Columbia, SC 29201 www.linkedin.com/in/ciara-gray/
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CUM LAUDE GRADUATE, B.A. IN PUBLIC RELATIONS, MINOR IN BUSINESS, LEADERSHIP DISTINCTION

Proficient at event planning, social media management, writing press releases, campaigns,
time management, and client/vendor relationships. Dependable, organized, and resourceful leader with exceptional
interpersonal communications skills, who exhibits a positive outlook.

EXPERIENCE
Public Relations and Marketing Intern May 2017 – May 2018
American Heart Association
• Managed content calendar, created and posted promotional and educational content via Canva and Sprinklr
• Volunteered at community and fundraising events for the Midlands AHA. Set-up, breakdown, greet guests,
answer questions
• Wrote press releases, feature articles, and media advisories. Oversaw media interviews with spokespeople
• Scheduled and delegated tasks to other interns. Attended executive staff meetings

Social Media Manager

Kint Institute July 2017 - present
Restorative Resources and Trauma Services International March 2016 - present
• Craft all social media announcements and promotional videos. Post to Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
• Create and launch internal and external communication campaigns, resulting in a 20% increase in participation in
classes and client retreats. Utilize MailChimp

Social Chair Jan 2016 – Jan 2018

Assistant Social Chair Aug 2015 - Jan 2016
Kappa Delta Sorority, University of South Carolina
• Planned and facilitated events for 400+ members and their guests. Assumed risk management role during events
• Coordinated and negotiated contracts with venues, entertainment, caterers, décor, safety, and transportation
successfully stayed within the $85,000 annual budget
• Liaison with KD alumni. Upheld good social graces among other Greek organizations
• Presented event details to Chapter Advisory Board. Spoke to chapter members on behavioral guidelines at
monthly meetings
EDUCATION
University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina Fall 2014 – May 2018
• Recipient of the Woodrow Wilson Scholarship, requiring a minimum GPA of 3.5. Maintained for four years
• Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations with a minor in Business. Graduated Cum Laude with Leadership Distinction.

Florence University of the Arts, Florence, Italy Summer 2015

• Study Abroad. Courses in cultural anthropology and Italian history. GPA 4.0

ASSOCIATIONS AND AWARDS

Public Relations Student Society of America
• Active member

Member of National Society of Collegiate Scholars

• Invited based on GPA of 3.6 or above. Top 10% at University of South Carolina

Dance Marathon Morale Team

• Chosen from over 200 applicants, spearheaded team of 50 students, contributed to $700,000 raised for
Children’s Miracle Network

Kappa Delta Invaluable Member Recognition

• Recognized for dedicated service, outstanding work ethic, and being an invaluable member of the organization.