2. B.A. in Public Relations from the University of Central Arkansas
Public Relations Assistant at Art on the Green (1 year)
Social Media Campaign Manager at Inuvo (1 year)
Social Marketing Certification from Hootsuite
Brooke Hinton
3. “Networking is everything.”
It can be the difference between having a job and not having a job.
Go to networking events.
Put yourself out there.
Key Takeaway #1
4. “Do your homework.”
Master the tools you will be using.
Get to know people in your field.
Find certifications you can get on your own.
Key Takeaway #2
5. “Stay up to date about what is happening in your industry.”
Get the newest apps.
Sign up for emails.
Read blogs about public relations.
Key Takeaway #3
6. “Don’t take things personally.”
The industry changes so quickly, what worked yesterday
might not work tomorrow.
Roll with the punches, and be willing to learn new things.
Key Takeaway #4
7. “Writing is so important!”
Practice grammar and spelling.
Read a lot, and develop your own voice.
Key Takeaway #5
8. “You will be overwhelmed at first, and that is okay.”
Know that you have the tools and skills needed to accomplish
the tasks you have been given.
UCA is a great starting place.
Reflection
