
A concise look at my key experiences and the impact behind them.
YAYA PUBLICITY
PR Intern
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Managed showroom operations and sample pulls for editors, stylists, and influencers.
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Updated media lists by researching editors and influencers in order to support press outreach.
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Organized client coverage, tracked press placements across digital, social, and print media.
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Coordinated sample trafficking for shoots, events, and red carpet requests with accuracy and efficiency.
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Assisted with trend research and competitive insights to support pitching and strategy.
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Maintained organized pull logs, inventory sheets, and tracking systems that supported smooth agency workflow.

IMAGE SKINCARE
Trade Marketing Intern | Beauty & Prestige
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Supported the development of nationwide marketing and trade strategies by conducting competitive analysis, identifying trends, and evaluating retail positioning across key prestige brands.
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Created sales and marketing decks used by leadership in retailer meetings, internal strategy discussions, and cross-functional presentations.
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Contributed to product education and go-to-market materials, helping streamline communication for field marketing, sales teams, and retailer partners.
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Assisted in preparing campaign assets and marketing toolkits that strengthened Image’s presence across spas, dermatology offices, and professional channels.
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Helped organize and coordinate materials for brand initiatives, improving the efficiency and accuracy of communication among marketing, design, and sales teams.
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Showed initiative in identifying new insights, organizing resources, and supporting high-priority projects during fast-paced, high-volume marketing cycles.

Changing Health, Attitudes, and Actions to Recreate Girls (CHAARG)
Event Coordinator
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Helped launch and build the University of Miami CHAARG chapter, establishing core systems, programming structure, and foundation for chapter culture.
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Planned and executed weekly wellness events from conception to completion, coordinated logistics, schedules, partner communication, and day-to-day operations.
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Built relationships with local fitness studios and instructors by securing venues, coordinating class times, and negotiating terms that supported chapter growth.
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Created run-of-show documents, timelines, and planning templates that kept the executive team on track to ensure seamless event execution.
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Strengthened member engagement through targeted communication, a welcoming environment, and consistent chapter-wide outreach.
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Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity
Student Delegate
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Developed a real-world understanding of global PR, marketing, and brand communication through immersion in the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity.
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Strengthened strategic thinking by analyzing award-winning campaigns and how top brands approach storytelling, audience engagement, and creative problem-solving.
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Developed skill in understanding audience behavior, digital culture, and authentic modern communication trends.
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Built professional skill in determining how agencies and global brands respond to public perception, cultural shifts, and reputational challenges.
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Gained perspective on career paths, agency culture, and industry expectations by networking with industry leaders, young creatives, and global students.​

AWARDS & HONORS
President’s Honor Roll – University of Miami
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Recognized for maintaining exceptional academic performance at the highest university level.
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Provost’s Honor Roll – University of Miami
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Awarded for strong academic achievement and consistent excellence across multiple semesters.
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Dean’s List – University of Miami
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Earned for high academic performance and dedication to coursework across communication, PR, and marketing.
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Order of the Lapis Honor Society — Sigma Delta Tau
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Inducted for academic excellence, leadership, and meaningful contributions to chapter success and campus involvement.
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Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society
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National honor society recognizing outstanding academic achievement during a student’s first year of college.
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The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)
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Selected for demonstrated leadership potential, commitment to personal growth, and high academic standing.
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Stukent Social Media Simternship Certification (2024)
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Demonstrated skills in ad creation, audience targeting, campaign management, KPI tracking, and analytics-driven social media strategy.
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Marketing Behavioral Lab — University of Miami
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Completed hands-on research experience analyzing consumer behavior, messaging effectiveness, and decision-making insights.
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Cannes Lions Student Delegate
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Selected to participate in global creative programming, gaining exposure to industry-leading PR, branding, and communication strategies.
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LinkedIn Certifications
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Crisis Communication (2025)
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Using Generative AI in Public Relations (2025)
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Personalizing Your PR Strategy (2025)