Resume

Olivia Cresser 

[email protected] | (516) 732-3354 | www.linkedin.com/in/olivia-cresser


EDUCATION 

Loyola University Maryland           Baltimore, MD 

Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media   Expected May 2027

  • Concentration in Advertising/Public Relations 
  • GPA: 3.967 
  • Honors: Loyola College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s List (all semesters) 

WORK EXPERIENCE 


Loyola University Maryland                       Baltimore, Maryland Greyhound Ambassador Tour Guide January 2025-current

  • Lead engaging tours to prospective students to highlight university facilities and values
  • Convey information on admissions, financial aid, academic programs, and support services
  • Conform tours to meet the needs of diverse audiences

Apprentice House           Baltimore, Maryland Promotions Editor     September 2024– December 2024

  • Conducted print and electronic publicity campaigns to increase author media interest
  • Published quarterly news releases and pitched review media 
  • Designed major author promotion and publicity events 
  • Positioned books in the marketplace by direct sales and by wholesale distribution to chain and independent bookstores

Starbucks           Levittown, New York 

Barista           May 2021 – August 2023

  • Collaborated with coworkers to maintain a structured environment  
  • Communicated with customers to facilitate a better customer experience 
  • Provided excellent customer service while multi-tasking and helping to manage a fast-paced café, resulting in consistently positive feedback

EXTRACURRICULAR INVOLVEMENT 


Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)           Baltimore, Maryland Member                       January 2024 – Present 

  • Participate in weekly meetings to discuss trends and strategies in public relations and communication
  • Attend networking events featuring professional guest speakers from top PR agencies, media outlets, and corporate communications, providing insight into industry practices and careers

SKILLS


Software: Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator, Rush), Canva

Certifications & Training: Fundamentals of Social Media (Muck Rack Academy), Fundamentals of Media Relations (Muck Rack Academy), Fundamentals of Media Measurement (Muck Rack Academy)