Molly Monaghan (610) 202-2393 mfm5219@gmail.com

946 Greystone Dr, West Chester, PA 19380

EDUCATIONThe Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA The College of Communications Class of 2016Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations GPA: 3.5/ 4.00English and Italian Minors

I am a Public Relations graduate seeking a full-time position in the public relations field. My passion for writing and project planning makes me a self-motivated, confident, and articulate communicator. I have experience with promotions, media relations, social media, and event planning using traditional and innovative public relations methods.

PUBLIC RELATIONS EXPERIENCEHappy Valley Communications University Park, PAAccount Associate Fall 2014- Spring 2016

Assisted local and national clients of the Happy Valley Communications public relations firm in their goals. Worked a total of 40+ hours on promotional materials, events, social media, and brand imaging for clients such as

the Ad Council and the Greater Pennsylvania Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.College of Liberal Arts - Italian Department University Park, PASocial Media Intern Fall 2015- Spring 2016

Manage all social media accounts for the Italian Department at Penn State University while engaging students, faculty, and staff in Italian culture.

Penn State Homecoming 2015 University Park, PAPublic Relations Director Fall 2014 - Fall 2015

Coordinated communication with the press and public about all Homecoming events through traditional and innovative public relations methods.

Facilitated a group of 30+ volunteers while managing a large budget for promotional efforts for eventsCape May County Chamber of Commerce Cape May Court House, NJIntern Summer 2015

Led a tourism blog titled “Around Town With Molly, “ encouraging community members to engage with Chamber members’ businesses.

Created and executed marketing plans for Chamber events, additionally attending monthly luncheon meetings. Participated in New Jersey Tourism Industry Association meetings and additional Chamber committee meetings.

WORK & LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCEMorey’s Piers and Beachfront Waterparks Wildwood, NJServer Summer 2012- Summer 2016

Provide exceptional guest service to restaurant guests. I am a trusted and reliable employee to the company. Penn State THON University Park, PAFinance Committee Volunteer Fall 2012- Spring 2016

Volunteer for the largest student run philanthropy in the world, providing financial & emotional support to families suffering from pediatric cancer with the Four Diamonds Foundation.

Army Reserve Teen Panel Washington, D.C.Panel Member Spring 2010- Fall 2012

Created programs for military dependents and fellow teenagers to help them deal with family member deployment while performing community service projects.

AWARDS/ SKILLS Dean’s List Spring 2015, Spring 2013, and Fall 2013. Recipient of the Spellman Humanitarian Award in 2012 for performing over 1,000 hours of community service. Folds of Honor Scholarship recipient from 2012 to 2016. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and AP Style writing, proficient on all Social Media platforms Event planning skills Experience with Adobe Photoshop

INTERESTSForeign culture, travel, volunteering, writing, literature, trying new foods, meeting new people, staying active, and going to the beach.