Sharae' L. Cooper is seeking an entry-level public relations position with opportunity for increased responsibility. She has a 3.0 GPA bachelor's degree in public relations from Wayne State University. Her previous experience includes increasing membership at a children's arts center by 30%, planning events for a PR and marketing team, and currently interning creating social media content and newsletters for a PR firm.
Marketing Communications Director with more than 10 years experience developing and implementing strategic marketing and branding efforts, managing public relations efforts and handling media relations in the nonprofit healthcare industry and the arts and cultural community. Proven ability to design and lead collaborative initiatives that positively impact an organization’s visibility, strategic direction and financial performance. Creative and strategic thinker who is able to handle all aspects of public relations operations with a focus on goals, relationships and outcomes.
Marketing Communications Director with more than 10 years experience developing and implementing strategic marketing and branding efforts, managing public relations efforts and handling media relations in the nonprofit healthcare industry and the arts and cultural community. Proven ability to design and lead collaborative initiatives that positively impact an organization’s visibility, strategic direction and financial performance. Creative and strategic thinker who is able to handle all aspects of public relations operations with a focus on goals, relationships and outcomes.
1. Sharae’ L. Cooper
19151 Pinehurst St | Detroit, MI 48221 | Cell (313) 930-1292 | sharaecooper20@gmail.com
Objective
Public relations student with social media and journalism qualifications as well as the ability to create
messages that attract a target audience seeking an entry-level position with an opportunity for increased
responsibility.
Education
Wayne State University | Concentration: Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations. Major GPA: 3.0.
Employment History
June 2010 to May 2014 Chapel Hill Children and Youth Arts Center
Community Liason
Successfully increased membership by 30%
Assist in application processes,tutoring Students
Lead workshops and community relations, open house preparation, and special event planning
Reason for leaving: Program lost funding and the center closed.
April 2014 to August 2014 City ofDetroit Police Dept.
Emergency Service Operator
Under direct supervision, answered and processed incoming telephone calls for Police, Fire and
EMS both emergency and non-emergency using a multi-channel radio system.
Reason for leaving: The job did not allow the scheduling flexibility to complete my degree.
February 2014 to August 2014 APXManagement
PR&Marketing Team
Successfully planned and organized a release party of 200 guests, a statewide tour, and meet and
greets for the single “Something Crazy” which was added to rotation in Clear Channel and Radio
One’s Midwest urban stations
Contributed to content in press releases for stories covered by national urban magazines like
Complex and XXL
Reason for leaving: Agreed length of engagement ended for the project.
January 2015-Present Posh PR & Events
Social Media Intern
Successfully organize, curate and create original content for all social media pages including
Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
Creating quarterly newsletters to distribute to current and potential clients
Keeping the official Posh PR website current and up to date