KATELYN GROSS

KG

passionate
motivated
thinker

(504) 232-0843 katelynagross@gmail.com

www.linkedin.com/in/katelynagross/
EDUCATION
Louisiana State University, Manship School of Mass Communication
May 2015
Bachelor of Arts Mass Communication, concentration in Public Relations
GPA: 3.4
Minor in Business Administration
Relevant Coursework: Public Relations Campaigns, Public Relations Writing and Applications, Strategic Social
Media, Visual Communication, Media Persuasion

WORK EXPERIENCE
Public Affairs Intern, Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services
February 2015-May 2015
Baton Rouge, LA
Developed news releases and other writing content, such as media advisories and adoption profiles
Wrote and compiled lists of tweets for the DCFS Twitter account
Listened to and typed 30-40 phone messages per day
Student Worker, LSU Cale P. Smith Student Financial Management Center
June 2014-May 2015
Baton Rouge, LA
Welcomed students and visitors to the SFMC office, answered emails and scheduled appointments with the staff
Connected with student organizations, faculty and staff to publicize programs, services and resources available

Represented the SFMC at various functions on campus, including the Information Fairs at Student Orientation

Non-Profit Campaign Coursework: Baton Rouge Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation

January 2015-May 2015
Baton Rouge, LA

Worked on a team closely to collaborate with an organization in designing and implementing a campaign, which consisted
of developing goals, objectives and tactics to fulfill the clients needs

Contacted and attracted various media outlets to cover and promote BRSCAF events

Promoted and coordinated events and information through social media to increase donations and awareness
Assistant Manager, Planet Beach Contempo Spa
January 2012-May 2013
Baton Rouge, LA
Delivered superior customer service through execution of required duties and sales performance goals
Implemented marketing strategies through social media, particularly the LSU Planet Beach Facebook page

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
President, LSU Delta Gamma Sorority
January 2014-December 2014

Oversaw all operations for chapter of 320+ members and 40+ officers

Coordinated and planned weekly meetings with council members, advisers and chapter members

Ensured timely submission of paperwork, compliance with policies and procedures and communicated daily with
necessary officers and advisers while serving as a liaison to Delta Gamma Executive Offices and LSU Greek Life
Tiger Twelve, LSU Office of the Dean of Students
March 2015-May 2015

Chosen as one of the twelve outstanding seniors by the Office of the Dean of Students for the class of 2015

Served positively to the life of the campus and surrounding community while upholding LSUs Commitment to
Community
Member-At-Large, LSU UCAC College Council
May 2012-April 2013

Worked in conjunction with UCAC College to address needs and program events for students

Coordinated bi-weekly meetings with council and adviser

Assisted in campaigning for Student Government President and Vice President

Small Group Leader, LSU S.T.R.I.P.E.S.
July 2012-May 2013

Facilitated group of 15 incoming college freshmen and taught traditions and history of LSU

Acted as a personal mentor to students during their entire first year at LSU