Ashley Loiacono

Current Address:
518 Locust Lane
State College, PA 16801

Aloia1218@gmail.com
631-873-9892
http://ashleyloiacono.weebly.com/

Home Address:
4720 Granite Hill Drive
Davidson, NC 28036

SUMMARY

Motivated and versatile public relations candidate with relevant experience through internships, organizations
and volunteer work.
Superior written and verbal communication skills
Fluent with Social Media, such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest, Instagram, and Tumblr
Experience with making media lists, fact sheets and media alerts through Cision and PitchEngine
Proficient in Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Microsoft Offices (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Word)
Self sufficient, detail oriented and organized, requiring minimal supervision

EDUCATION
The Pennsylvania State University
Major: Public Relations, College of Communications
Minor: Business Liberal Arts and International Studies, College of Liberal Arts

University Park, PA
Graduation: Dec 2014
GPA: 3.52/4.0

The Corvinus University of Budapest

CIEE Central European Studies Spring 2014 Study Abroad

Budapest, HU
Jan 2014-May 2014

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Viacom: MTV Communication Department Intern
New York, NY
Helped manage press tours for MTVs newest drama Finding Carter
June 2014-Aug 2014
Created and consistently updated the press coverage reports for MTV series and specials
Worked with credential, social media, integrated marketing, and red carpet teams for the 2014 Video Music Awards
Researched media outlets and contacts to pitch via Cision
State College Area School District: Public Relations/Public Information Intern
Optimized school districts website design and navigation via Site Manager
Crafted and distributed newsletters and press releases for the school and parents of the district

State College, PA
Aug 2013-Dec 2013

A+E TV Networks: Lifetime Publicity Department Intern

Los Angeles, CA
Drafted press releases for Project Runway All Stars and Witches of East End
June 2013-Aug 2013
Assisted Publicity Directors with talent during interviews with CNN, Access Hollywood and Extra
Helped organize and facilitate the Devious Maids Premiere Party and the summer Television Critics Association
Planned and supervised interviews for reality star contestants and pitched to the media about upcoming shows

COLLEGIATE EXPERIENCE
Penn State AdClub: Executive Board Event Planning Chair
University Park, PA
Coordinate networking events with Penn State alumni and in-charge of catering and decorating event space
May 2014-present
College of Communications Peer Mentors Program: Executive Board Event Planning Director
Lead several committees in tasks for the semester, such as planning and logistics for events
Organize rsum workshops, mock interviews and campus tours for freshman and transfer students

University Park, PA
May 2014-present

Happy Valley Communications: Account Associate

Managed account for Ad Council and developed ideas for a college Brand Ambassador program
Researched possible ways to improve awareness of Ad Council through surveys and polls

University Park, PA
Aug 2013-present

RES Women Shelter: Volunteer

Assisted in daily functions, as well as communicating strictly in Hungarian to the staff and women
Penn State Dance Marathon THON Communications Committee: Fundraising Chair
Active communicator in the largest student run philanthropy in the world
Developed communication and service skills by serving as the main liaison to all donors and volunteers

Budapest, HU
Jan 2014-May 2014
University Park, PA
Oct 2012-June 2013

Delta Zeta Sorority: Chaplain/Historian Chair and Courtesy Chair

University Park, PA
Volunteered in chapter philanthropies and engaged in community activities, strengthening teamwork abilities
Sept 2012-present

HONORS
Pennsylvania State University Deans List
Marjorie Mousely French, Class of 48 Trustee Scholarship

May 2012, May 2013, Dec 2013, May 2014

May 2014