Nancy M. Flores

3181 W. Williams Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(602)882-2190
floresnancym@gmail.com

Education:

Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
BA in Journalism and Mass Communication
Strategic Focus: Public Relations
Current GPA: 3.2
Anticipated date of graduation: 5/2009

Related course work:
Online Media
Media and News Writing
Writing for Professions
Grammar for Media Writing
Public Relations Writing
Public Relations Campaign

Employment:

6/2007 - present: Public Relations Assistant
The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, public relations department, Scottsdale, AZ
  • Create and distrube press releases
  • Work closely with various departments for their collateral needs
  • Track media clips, including PR value and reach
  • Coordinate media reservations
  • Provide media guests amenities and itineraries for the duration of their stay
  • Conduct media tours and set up and host media meals

10/2006 - 6/2007: Administrative Assistant
The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, food and beverage department, Scottsdale, AZ

  • Coordinate reservations for three restaurants
  • Promote dinner functions
  • Coordinate large party functions within restaurants including menu design

Activities:

Member, Public Relations Society of America

Skills:

Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Dreamweaver's and FinalCut Pro. Experience with various PR mediums including Cision Media Source, PR Track, Burelles, Vocus, Business Wire. Social Media Literacy and Multi-media management.

References:

Stephanie Dowling                                  Jeff Barba
Director of Public Relations                   Director of Food and Beverage
The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa       The Westin KierlandResort & Spa
6902 E. Greenway Parkway                  6902 E. Greenway Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ 85424                              Scottsdale, AZ 85424
(480) 624-1315                                       (480) 624-1010