DeAndre Ishmael

deandreishmael@gmail.com (843) 754-8539

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Integrated M arketing Communications Rock Hill, SC
Winthrop University December 2016
• Membership: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated (Historian), Multicultural Student Council (VP of
Internal Diversity Training), Enactus (Human Resource Director/Public Relations Director)
• Relevant Coursework: Principles of Marketing, Principles of Management, Consumer Behavior, Promotion
Management, Marketing Research

EXPERIENCE
N AVEX GLOBAL TH E ETH ICS AN D COM PLIAN CE FIRM Charlotte, NC
Communication Specialist February 2017 – July 2017
• Engage each reporter with the utmost honor, care and concern; instill confidence that their information will be
handled appropriately and that their experience matters
• Answer calls in a timely manner and follow the proper prescribed greeting for all clients while exercising a high
degree of good judgment to ensure a caller’s needs are met
• Actively engage as a positive team member committed to making a difference.

KEYSTON E SUBSTAN CE ABUSE SERVICES Rock Hill, SC

Marketing Intern August 2016 – November 2016
• Assessed goals of nonprofit business to develop innovative marketing plan for sponsorships
• Excelled in customer relations, achieving impressive ability to resolve issues
• Assisted in the planning of events to increase brand awareness

COCKTAIL BAN D ITS Charleston, SC

Events Coordinator Intern Summer 2016
• Handled logistics (supplies and venues) while managing various events
• Implemented social media strategies for Snapchat to reach potential clients
• Actively prospected new clients and initiated relationships through referrals and networking
• Designed visual appealing flyers for upcoming events to attract consumers

VH 1 SAVE TH E M USIC New York, NY

Social Media & Events Coordinator Intern Summer 2015
• Created and distributed weekly social media calendars for official Instagram with a reach over 3,000 followers
• Handled logistics (checklist, supplies, equipment) at various events with over 1,000 attendees
• Developed ideas with creative team on sponsorship, collaborations and partnerships with other art-focused
organizations
• Created structured and organized Excel spreadsheets with updated information about individual members

CORE COMPETENCICES & STRENGTHS

• Experience in logistics of events
• Ability to make quick and excellent decisions and organize thoughts in the face of time constraints and full
workload
• Effective in using communications tools and public relations techniques
• Proven ability to prepare comprehensive media materials
• Excellent oral and written communications skills with diverse populations
• Strong editing skills using all forms of media and internal communication