Professional Resume

Claire (Bergens) Wolf

EDUCATION

Pepperdine University                                                    
Malibu, CA   2003-2007

• B.A. in Public Relations, April 2007
• Minor in Multimedia Design
• Graduated Cum Laude, GPA 3.55
• Activities: Volunteer English Tutor, Uganda, Africa, 2006; Pepperdine University Symphony 2004-2006; Public Relations Student Society of America 2005-2006; Intramural Basketball, 2004-2006; Entertainment Business Network, 2004; Step Forward Day, 2003-2004
• Awards: Most Outstanding Public Relations Major, 2007

Pepperdine University  
Buenos Aires, Argentina   2004-2005

• Studied Spanish language, history, culture, and music
• Traveled extensively throughout South America

SKILLS

• Experienced in the use of both PC and Macintosh computers
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, WordPerfect and Adobe Photoshop, and familiar with Illustrator
• Experienced using research databases LexisNexis, Factiva, Cision (Media Map) and Bloomberg Terminal
• Knowledgeable of new media such as blogs, RSS readers, Twitter, and understanding of HTML
• Skilled in operating and resolving problems in fast-paced, complex environments

 EXPERIENCE

Program Administrative Assistant
Fleet and Family Support Center – Naval Base Coronado, CA 
Serco Inc.                                                 
2009-Present

Executive Assistant
Sitrick And Company  -  Los Angeles, CA                                                  
2007-2009

• Manage schedules, complete expense reports and travel arrangements for three public relations executives, CFO and work as 2^nd assistant to CEO
• Conduct time-sensitive research of new clients, all which are amidst a crisis or bankruptcy
• Create media contact lists, monitor media and compile press clippings to send to clients
• Edit and distribute press releases for high profile and confidential clients  
• Travel to bankruptcy client offices to work on information hotlines for potential creditors

Public Relations Intern
Key Club  -  West Hollywood, CA                                                                  
2006-2007

• Wrote press releases for upcoming events and concerts
• Checked in and escorted press at high profile events and concerts
• Secured placement for a music editorial page with college-focused Warning Magazine
• Researched and developed new ways to pitch to media

Music Management Intern
ATN Management  -  West Hollywood, CA                                               
2007

• Helped in organization and distribution of promotional material for the band The Hanks
• Assisted manager in daily management duties and SxSW showcase promotion

Music Supervision Intern
Fuel TV  -  Los Angeles, CA                                                                             
2006

• Identified and selected music for programming
• Helped manage distribution of all music and paperwork to producers for productions

Administrative Assistant/Data Management Technician
Synectic Solutions Inc.  -  China Lake Naval Base, CA                          
Summers 2004-2006

• Administrative experience tracking classified flight data and scheduling for customers
• Front desk experience helping customers and answering phones
• Assisted flight test managers and gathered data to make flight tests run more smoothly
• Wrote and constructed manual for a classified missile tracking system 
• Held Government clearance