ELIZABETH COMTOIS

elizaann@live.unc.edu
973-600-1170
Home Address
4917 Folkstone Ct.
Pfafftown, N.C. 27040

PROFILE
Im a personable and hardworking communicator who loves collaborating with people and
learning new things. Im flexible and reliable, and I put my best efforts into everything I do.
Although I enjoy my education at UNC-CH, Im eager to gain valuable experiences outside the
classroom setting and apply the knowledge Ive obtained in real-world situations.

JOB OBJECTIVE
Im looking for an internship in the public relations or communications field that requires the
use of strong writing, communication and organizational skills. I have excellent timemanagement skills and the ability to manage multiple projects on strict deadlines.

EDUCATION
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, N.C.
B.A., Media and Journalism, expected May 2018
Concentration in Public Relations
B.A., Sociology, expected May 2018

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER INTERN
BikeWalk NC

(Spring Semester 2016)

Worked as a paid intern for 150 hours during the semester, coordinated by the APPLES

Service-Learning internship program at UNC-CH.

Managed and analyzed BikeWalk NCs Facebook and Twitter accounts.
Communicated with donors and members.
Produced a monthly newsletter.
Led a team of four public relations volunteers for the organization and facilitated
communication between them, myself and my supervisor. Collaborated with the team to
produce public relations materials, such as a brochure, newsletter, flyer and media advisory.

THEATER CAMP COUNSELOR

Children's Theatre of Winston-Salem

(Summers of 2014 and 2015)

Supervised 30 children between the ages of 7 and 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the three-week
process of rehearsals and shows. (Summer 2014)

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Managed the children during rehearsals and lunchtime, led games and other activities
during free-time and offered any support and help to the directors. (Summer 2014)

Worked as an assistant stage manager and head counselor with a variety of children's

groups, including 4- to 6-year-olds and 7- to 14-year-olds. (Summer 2015)

Supervised the children during rehearsals and lunchtime, collaborated with fellow
counselors and interns, led games and other activities during free-time, worked backstage on
headset, assisted with costuming and set deconstruction, and offered any additional support
to the directors. (Summer 2015)
SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR
William G. White YMCA

(Summer 2013)

Specialized in counseling between nine and 15 rising kindergarteners each day.

Supervised the childrens safety at all times, led group games and activities and ensured the
groups good behavior and respect.
Cooperated and collaborated with fellow counselors and supervisors.

ACTIVITIES & VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Shodor
Public relations volunteer for nonprofit educational organization in Durham, N.C. (Spring
Semester 2016)
Volunteered a total of 30 hours over the course of the spring semester.
Collaborated with two other students and supervisors to produce vital public relations tools,
including a fact sheet, communication audit, profile story and broadcast release, letter to the
editor and feature pitch.
Managed and analyzed Shodors Facebook and Twitter accounts.
Carolina For The Kids
Member of the largest student-run nonprofit in North Carolina. (Fall 2014 to Spring 2016)
Member of the Entertainment Committee: collaborated with other committee members in
planning minute-to-minute schedules of the organization's events, including booking
performance groups and contacting prominent guests. (2015 to Present)
Member of the Corporate Marketing Committee: gained experience in soliciting donations
for the organization; wrote grants on the organization's behalf. (2014-2015)

REFERENCES (Available upon request)

Lisa Riegel: Executive Director of BikeWalk NC
Former employer and supervisor
Phone: 919-830-4243
Email: Lisa@bikewalknc.org
Cheri Van Loon: Former Education Director of the Children's Theatre of Winston-Salem
Former employer and supervisor
Phone: 336-725-6765
Email: cheri13@triad.rr.com