Naria S. Williams has a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Georgia, with a GPA of 3.73. She has internship experience in public relations for Premier Public Relations and Landis +Gyr, as well as leadership roles in Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity and the National Association of Black Journalists at UGA. Her technical skills include design programs like InDesign and Photoshop as well as social media platforms.

1. Naria S. Williams
404-751-8145
naria.williams0@gmail.com
EDUCATION__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism - Major: Public Relations, Minor: Sociology, New Media Certificate
University of Georgia (May 2012)
 GPA: 3.73/4.0
 Relevant Coursework:
Public Speaking Intro to Public Relations Graphic Communications PR Administration
Macro Economic New Media Production Telecommunications News Writing and Reporting
INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE___________________________________________________________________________________
Public Relations Intern and Freelance Employee, Premier Public Relations, Atlanta, GA (May 2010-Current)
 Drafted press releases for clients and events
 Assembled online database to organize firm’s press clippings
 Coordinated media relations for television interviews and red carpet events
 Oversaw industry events, corporate meetings, and company pitches
 Client List: Muse Salon & Spa, Water Wars Documentary, Classic Cadillac/Subaru, Jim Ellis Porsche, 3 Vodka, Swank Boutique, BTB
Boot Camp, ADI Restaurant Concepts, Gossett Volkswagen
Public Relations Research and Analysis Intern, Landis +Gyr, Alpharetta, GA (May 2009-August 2009)
 Created a series of projects projected to increase company-client relationships and overall customer appeal
 Conducted competitor marketing research through online databases, company documents, and presentations
 Analyzed research and creatively presented results to Marketing Communications Executive team
 Offered alternative public relations strategies to the Marketing Communications department
 Organized a national company database
Public Relations Intern, Duluth Festival Center, Duluth, GA (January 2007-May 2007)
 Assisted with the preparation and planning of weddings, parties, and meetings
 Researched profitable alternatives for equipment, lighting fixtures, and merchandise resulting in the use of my findings
 Organized office space, merchandise, online database, and clientele information
 Designed company decal, brochure, and company portfolio
LEADERSHIP/ORGANIZATIONS_______________________________________________________________________________
VP of Public Relations, Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity -AE, UGA (April 2010-Present)
 Rebranded fraternity’s image through increase in community involvement and campus outreach
 Created and maintained social media networks
 Coordinated benefit event, Taste for Charity
Publicist, The Wendell Show, UGA (August2010-Present)
PRSSA Member, Public Relations Student Society of America, UGA (August 2009 – Present)
The Rally Foundation Team Member, Creative Consultants PR Firm, UGA (January 2009 – Present)
Public Relations Chair, National Association of Black of Journalists (NABJ), UGA (August 2009- May 2010)
 Organized and implemented bimonthly committee meetings
 Created organization’s bulletin board, weekly flyers, website, and podcast
 Planned and implemented strategies aimed at increasing membership, campus involvement, and media relations, and enriching the
reputation of the local NAJB chapter
Internal Affairs Committee Member, NABJ, UGA (August 2008-May 2009)
Professional Business Fraternity Member, Alpha Kappa Psi, UGA (August 2009-Present)
COMMUNICATION EXPERIENCE_____________________________________________________________________________
Volunteer, The University of Georgia Radio Station WUOG, Athens, GA (August 2008 – Present)
Volunteer, Newsource 15, Athens (January 2009-May 2009)
HONORS/ AWARDS___________________________________________________________________________________________
Dean’s List Hope Scholar Charter Scholar
Grady Scholar Paul S. Morton Scholar NABJ Chapter/Committee of the Year 2009
TECHNICAL SKILL____________________________________________________________________________________________
 Skilled in InDesign, Photoshop, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, DreamWeaver, Word Press
 Fluent in Social Media Avenues: Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, Blogging, YouTube