1. MEGHAN J. LOWELL
meghanlowell5@gmail.com
507.450.8749
emerson college: boston, ma / major: writing, literature & publishing | minor: Marketing Communications sept. 2010-may 2013
summary of qualifications
selected accomplishments
references upon request
Highly motivated, passionate and hardworking problem solver, with a background in practical marketing and
sales. Well-developed leadership skills; personable, with excellent oral/written communcation. Quick learner
with organization and time management expertise. Goal-driven and eager to succeed.
HOUGHTON MIFFLIN HARCOURT | BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS
Special Sales Coordinator June 2013- Present
Assisted sales rep on special markets accounts including Scholastic, Bookpal, and Powerline. Prepared
materials for sales presentations, implemented and maintained order tracking systems and operated as main
point of contact for customer assistance. Directly handled one-time premium sales and effectively increased
EOY sales for several key accounts.
BAREFOOT BOOKS | CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS
Marketing/Public Relations Intern January 2013-May 2013
Organized data and schedule for awards submission agenda. Assisted with web maintenance and development
(HTML). Assisted with blogging and social media content/strategy. Researched and pitched to traditional and
new media outlets.
HOUGHTON MIFFLIN HARCOURT | BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS
Trade Marketing Intern September 2012-December 2012
Facilitated media and marketing mailings for The Hobbit, Life of Pi, and front list titles. Spearheaded weekly
culinary newsletter campaign, and managed all trade academic desk copy requests. Researched and created
contact lists for marketing purposes.
HARVARD COMMON PRESS | BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS
Social Media Marketing Intern May 2012-September 2012
Directly responsible for social media marketing for two titles by Chef Dede Wilson, Contributing Editor at
Bon Appetit. Assisted with author branding, blogging, and researched social media strategies. Created and
maintained systems of data organization, and worked independently to initiate projects.
CANDLEWICK PRESS | SOMERVILLE, MASSACHUSETTS
Marketing and Publicity Intern January 2012-May 2012
Prepared marketing materials for the national sales force, and coordinated mailings to awards programs.
Assisted with media outreach and promotional events on behalf of books and authors, drafted press
materials, assisted with press clip database maintenance and other marketing duties.
ROCK BOTTOM BREWERY | BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS
Server, Trainer April 2012- Present
Served guests and trained a team of 25+ servers in fast-paced and stressful environment. Developed natural
people skills, time management and teamwork.
EMERSON COLLEGE PHONATHON | BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS
Fundraising Caller, Supervisor September 2010-May 2013
Contacted alumni and parents of the Emerson Community, fostering continued relationships and investment.
Supervised team of 30 callers and strategized to meet fundraising goals, raising over $150,000 annually.