Sofia Shore
Washington DC | sofiashore23@gmail.com | 202-465-0265
Education
Skidmore College – Saratoga Spring, NY
Bachelors of Science in Business, Art History Minor
IES Milan Spring 2023
Highlights
Spring 2021
Executive Presentation
- Developed and implemented a strategic plan by utilizing financial projections, marketing tactics, and business models to increase the operating profit of Peloton by 10%. Presented the strategic plan in front of a group of executives.
Fall 2023
Press Release Writing
- Contributed to the craft and execution of an important press release for Mundo Hospitality Group that was used for publication to advertise their new restaurant opening
Work Experience
Fall 2023
Public Relations Intern- The Rose Group
- Project managed the life cycle of a press release from drafting, editing and tracking coverage for clients in a variety of different industries including lifestyle, hospitality and gardening.
- Assisted on gathering data and research for clients regarding press coverage and market trends
Fall 2021- Current
Research Fellow – Skidmore College Business Department
- Conducted weekly interviews with Upwork participants, refining protocols and assisting in question preparation, which was then sorted and coded in Excel
- Researched freelancing trends on the Upwork platform to enhance the accuracy of the study
Fall 2022-Spring 2023
Resident Assistant – Skidmore College
- Established an inclusive environment for over thirty residents by informing them weekly about mental health and general resources.
- Conducted bi-weekly meetings to update residents on school events, vacation procedures, and housekeeping, while ensuring adherence to living contract protocols and addressing violations
- Mediated conflict resolution situations between residents to help come up with an equitable and fair solution
Summer 2018
Lobbying Firm Intern – Capitol Counsel
- General administrative and office support by organizing data on excel regarding clients
- Attended legislative discussions at the capitol
Leadership & Accomplishments
Summer 2022
Art Show Manager – Edmund Burke High School
- Selected by a former highschool to manage and curate the annual school wide art show that displayed ten different art exhibitions.
- Digitally created posters and used social media to promote the art show to the school community and public, which resulted in seventy five attendees throughout the night.
Summer 2022
Assistant Volleyball Coach- Edmund Burke High School
- Assisted the head coach by creating practice plans and running drills for over twenty five girls
- Designated as a key contact person for over twenty five girls, demonstrating effective communication and organizational skills
- Assisted in creating team culture and respect by conducting team building exercises and shared value expectations for the season
Winter 2018
Student Representative – Museum Makers Program, National Gallery Of Art
- Nominated by my highschool art history teacher to participate in an eight week program that explored art through sketching, observation, independent research and discussion.
- Independently researched and presented a self-initiated capstone project integrating an art work of my choosing to peers and guests.
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish and intermediate in Italian
- Proficient in all Google and Microsoft Office Suites
- Proficient Procreate- Digital art design program
- Experienced in Muck Rack – Journalism software database that assists in creating media lists for press releases and pitches