Amy Bernstein

Current

Marketing Assistant (part-time) at Puppet Showplace Theater
Administrative Assistant at Boston College

Past

Contributing Author at Chicken Soup for the Soul
Public Relations Lead Intern at Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition
Product Marketing Specialist at CSN Stores

Paralegal at Relin, Goldstein and Crane
Camp Counselor, Unit Head at Camp Seneca Lake-Jewish Community Center of Greater Rochester

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Education

Boston College
Nazareth College of Rochester
Hobart and William Smith Colleges

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Connections

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Industry

Public Relations and Communications

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Amy Bernstein’s Summary

I am a dynamic results-oriented communications professional with over 3 years work experience in marketing and communications. I'm currently seeking opportunities in Marketing or Public Relations at an agency or private company. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and have obtained a Certificate of Professional Studies in Communication at Boston College. I am hoping to find a position where I can learn and absorb from professionals around me.

Amy Bernstein’s Experience

Marketing Assistant (part-time)

Puppet Showplace Theater

(Marketing and Advertising industry)

November 2009 — Present (2 months)

In this marketing role, I assist the Marketing Director with primary PR and marketing outreach to the public through press release pitching, media listings, ad purchasing and social media outreach.
Administrative Assistant

Boston College

(Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)

October 2007 — Present (2 years 3 months)

In my current role I serve as the primary assistant to the director, handling all administrative and marketing operations for a mid-size educational nonprofit working in the Boston Public Schools.
Contributing Author

Chicken Soup for the Soul

(Publishing industry)

May 2008 — November 2008 (7 months)
Public Relations Lead Intern

Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition

(Non-Profit Organization Management industry)

January 2008 — August 2008 (8 months)

As the Lead PR Intern, I was literally a jack of all trades, but primarily I handled all media relations for the small non-profit, preparing for 2 major fund raising events held each summer. I drafted, edited and pitched all press releases, created and sent email blasts to media and participants, served as media contact for stories / inquiries, maintained media databases and tracked coverage.I also researched and networked with local businesses looking to partner with and sponsor the organization.I was also responsible for many logistics of the actual events and recruitment of volunteers. During my time there, I had the opportunity to write a script for and appear in a 3 minute PSA which aired on several local stations in the Boston area.
Product Marketing Specialist

CSN Stores

(Privately Held; Internet industry)

October 2006 — October 2007 (1 year 1 month)

In this entry level role, I researched and executed all phases of the online marketing for specific product lines for our online stores. I wrote ad copy, priced and positioned different lines of consumer goods. I researched competitors and current industry status on a daily basis. This was a very team oriented position so I regularly participated in team meetings including brainstorming and strategizing sessions.
Paralegal

Relin, Goldstein and Crane

(Law Practice industry)

January 2006 — August 2006 (8 months)

Paralegal for foreclosure process in Rochester, NY
Camp Counselor, Unit Head

Camp Seneca Lake-Jewish Community Center of Greater Rochester

(Primary/Secondary Education industry)

July 1999 — August 2005 (6 years 2 months)

Amy Bernstein’s Education

Boston College

Professional Certificate in Communication Studies , Communication , 2008 — 2008

I hold a Professional Certificate of Communication Studies from Boston College and have completed coursework in Computer Mediated Presentations, Public Relations, Investigative Journalism, Public Speaking and Organizational Communication. I'm currently enrolled in Marketing Principles and Practices.
Nazareth College of Rochester

Bachelor of Arts , English , 2004 — 2005
Hobart and William Smith Colleges

English 2000 — 2002