Public relations officer sample resume

Ron Messiah

96 Shepparton Rd
Contact NSW 2712
T: (02) 9999 0000
M: 0411 111 111
E: r.messiah@email.com

Professional Overview

Qualified and professional Public Relations Officer with experience in both government and non-profit sectors. Strong ability to plan, develop and implement communication strategies, with excellent media management skills and experience in using social media as a PR tool. Enthusiastic, creative and goal-driven, I have the ability to create positive discussion about an organisation and would welcome the opportunity to use this ability for one of my greatest passions – cycling.

Education

Bachelor of Communication (Public Relations)
Swinburne Online
Graduated: 2009

Employment History

Responsibilities:

• Write media releases and speeches to reflect Foundation policies and strategic initiatives
• Write, edit and facilitate creation of newsletters, fact sheets and brochures
• Handle enquiries from a range of local and national media
• Help develop short- and long-term PR strategies
• Use social media platforms to create buzz and broaden reach
• Hold internal communication workshops for staff
• Liaise with the director and other staff regarding public announcements

Achievements:

• Created a social media campaign on commercial kangaroo killing that went viral and was written up in the Sydney Tribune as a result
• Developed many valuable media contacts
• Oversaw national wildlife awareness events, successfully garnering widespread participation and media attention
• Gained strong skills in using social media for PR purposes
• Developed the Foundation blog, chasingtails.com.au, which served as a pivot point for social media

Responsibilities:

• Created informative and entertaining online marketing content
• Responded to public enquiries on Council policy
• Interviewed Council members regarding policies and events
• Assisted in staging of local public events
• Developed and distributed media releases

Achievements:

• Developed strong skills in writing media releases and working to tight deadlines
• Developed skills in conducting campaigns across different media

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Typing speed: 65 wpm, 94% accuracy

Personal Interests

I am an avid cyclist and member of a local cycling group that participates in team events.

Referees

Available on request.