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ANDREA HORTON

OBJECTIVE
HORT ON@S EAWOL F . S ONOMA. EDU ( 8 0 5 ) - 8 0 7 - 5 0 1 6 S ONOMA, CAL I F ORNI A
Seeking an internship position in the field of communications, events, publishing, marketing, or public
relations where I can apply my strong visual, verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills,
creative background, and collaborative approach.
SKILLS & INTERESTS
Computer literacy Adobe Creative Suite Microsoft Office Suite
General office experience Professional and personable phone-call etiquette
Strong research and organizational skills Excellent work ethic Commited team player
Quick and accurate money handling and cashier experience
Social media platforms Communications Public relations Publishing Template design
Live audio/video technology Music Performing arts Vocals Ensembles
Music production Recording software (Ableton Live, Izotope Nectar, Audacity, Virtual DJ)
Outgoing, humorous, energetic, professional, and confident personality
Keen attention to detail especially grammar and visual/thematic aspects (color, layout, font)
EDUCATION
[2010 2014] Sonoma State University Rohnert Park, CA
Bachelor of Arts, Communications
Liberal Arts Minor, Music
EXPERIENCE

[2014 Present] Go West Creative Westlake Village, CA
Productions Intern
Revised templates and digital documents to implement new written standard operating
procedures and brand logos.
Compiled and arranged a Production Department training manual.
Updated client/event/project code lists and spreadsheets.
Created intern learning log template for current and future interns.
Scheduled department meetings and maintained weekly office calendar updates.
Researched potential musicians and entertainers for upscale events.
[2013 Present] Buyamba Uganda Inc. Thousand Oaks, CA
Communications Intern
Responsible for introducing new communication pieces for non-profit organization.
Created and produced a radio commercial targeting the young adult/college market that
promoted ministry fundraisers and publicity campaigns in line with the organizations mission.
Interfaced with contacts at various university campuses and young adult groups to promote
commercial use at campus and local radio stations and websites.
[2013] Semester at Sea with City of Refuge Ministries Charlottesville, VA; Ghana, Africa

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New Media Communications Volunteer
Developed new media proposals to introduce new forms of communication.
Created a newsletter, brochure, and social media content for both print and digital
publications.
[2013] KSUN Radio Rohnert Park, CA
Producer
Sonoma State Universitys live-streaming, internet broadcast radio station and campus radio
club.
Worked in the productions department creating commercials, liners, promotional radio
trailers, airchecks, and program website banners.
DJ and host of my own weekly, two-hour program, Sound of Mind, and co-host of Weird
Wednesdays.
[2012 2013] SSU Department of Performing Arts Rohnert Park, CA
Audio/Visual Technician and Student Assistant
Stage management and instrument set-up for concerts, performances, and events.
Artist hospitality.
Recorded audio and video tracks for live events for SSUs Performing Arts and Music
Departments, including Weill Hall.
[2010 2012] Private Employers California
Caregiver for Special Needs Child (and other nannying jobs)
[2009 2011] Haagen Dazs Thousand Oaks, CA
Customer Service Crew Member
[2009] Go West Creative Westlake Village, CA
Events Intern
Researched and sourced potential vendors, products, and pricing for major events. Contacted
vendors regarding supplies and decorations. Scouted Malibu mansion venues for an upscale
wedding. Created a vendor database spreadsheet.
Handled return authorizations and shipping.
Assisted in the planning, set-up, and execution of a major television series premiere event
(TNTs Dark Blue).
[2008 2010] WebPositionAdvisor.com Thousand Oaks, CA
Research Assistant
Conducted internet research. Sourced, categorized, and managed electronic files and data for
out-of-print books for online library.
Compared and purchased rare, antique, and valuable books, no longer in circulation, from
worldwide sources.