This document summarizes the education and professional experience of Jessica Korneff. She has a BA in Journalism/Strategic Communications from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she studied abroad at Hebrew University in Jerusalem. Her professional experience includes public relations and marketing internships at various companies in Chicago, where she conducted media outreach, event planning, and market research. She is proficient in various technologies and software programs and speaks English, Russian, and Spanish.

1. Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison, Study Abroad Hebrew University, Jerusalem
BA in Journalism/Strategic Communications, Certificate in Global Cultures; GPA 3.65
Awards: Wisconsin Alumni Association Scholarship, Suhr Leadership Award, Dean’s List
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Professional Experience
Zeno Group; Chicago, IL — May 2015-Present
Public Relations, Consumer Marketing Intern
‣ draft briefing books, including ROS, media alerts, shot lists, contact lists, and event layout
‣ secure media placements through pitching efforts
‣ conduct daily media monitoring to track coverage of World Kitchen and Paris Presents, Inc. brands
‣ compile dashboard presentations to describe media coverage and key placements
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Platinum Rye Entertainment; Chicago, IL — Summer 2014
Research and Strategy Intern
‣ researched possible spokespeople and decided who to choose based on unique needs of client
‣ compiled extensive reports on potential talent to be presented to advertising/PR agencies
‣ provided preliminary background research for various campaigns, including several P&G brands
‣ updated company database with 100+ biographies and contact information for talent
‣ regularly wrote blog posts and conducted weekly industry monitoring to keep company up-to-date
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University of Wisconsin Hillel Foundation; Madison, WI — Fall 2013-Spring 2014
Public Relations and Communications
‣ designed and implemented weekly interviews published on the Hillel website
‣ drafted press releases, wrote articles and blog posts, and interacted with local media outlets
‣ engaged new members and created brochures to generate awareness of the organization
CitySwarm, LLC; Chicago, IL — Summer 2013
Event Planning and Promotions Intern
‣ participated in every stage of the event-planning process
‣ reached out to non-profit organizations in Chicago in order to establish partnerships
‣ created sweepstakes and promotional material for social media exposure
‣ led conference calls and secured business partnerships!
Hostelling International; Chicago IL — Summer 2012
Marketing and Sales Intern | Tour Guide
‣ independently created and implemented market research surveys
‣ drafted a website design and layout through WordPress and presented it during a staff meeting
‣ designed a tour of a Chicago neighborhood, created brochures and led the tour weekly!
Related Experience
Israeli Film Festival; Madison, WI — December 2013-February 2014
Marketing Coordinator
The Daily Cardinal; Madison, WI — Fall 2012
Senior Literature Critic
!Skills
‣ Technological: proficient in Simmons Research, Sysomos social media listening, WordPress,
Adobe InDesign, Audacity Audio Editor, Microsoft Excel/Word/Powerpoint/Publisher, iMovie, “Prezi”
Presentation Editor, Weebly, Woobox, social media
‣ Languages: English, Russian, Spanish
JESSICA KORNEFF (312) 860-2629 | jessica.korneff@gmail.com