‍Jeff Dezen Public Relations, Greenville, South Carolina

Executive Management Assistance Program Intern, August 2025-December 2025

• Prepare media materials, track clips and create reports; research media and update databases via web-based tools

• Assist in researching, writing and editing news releases for clients; distribute releases and promotional materials

City of Greenville, Greenville, South Carolina

Communications Intern, May 2025-August 2025

• Research city initiatives, monitor news trends and attend city meetings to gather timely information for public communication

• Draft and pitch engaging web stories highlighting local programs, developments and community impact

• Manage web content updates to ensure the city’s online presence remained current, informative and accessible

Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas, Greenville, South Carolina

Marketing and Communications Intern, May 2025-August 2025

• Create multimedia content, including social media posts and stories, web assets, marketing materials and video/photo content, to support brand awareness, fundraising, and community engagement

• Write and edit web stories, press releases and internal features by interviewing guest families, staff, volunteers and community members to highlight impactful narratives and organizational milestones.

Cable-Satellite Public Affairs Network (C-SPAN), Washington, District of Columbia

Marketing and Multimedia Creative Services Intern, January 2025-April 2025

• Edit the daily Washington Journal and Q&A promo spots, producing, writing, and sourcing visual assets.

• Contribute to archival projects, gather interviews for promotionals, and work with marketing and editorial projects.

• Collaborate across departments to gain hands-on experience in media production, design graphics, distribute C-SPAN products at events, and support promotional efforts.

The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, Greenville, South Carolina

Brand and Marketing Intern, May 2024-August 2024

• Helped manage social media content for an audience of 9,000+ followers and weekly updates to the website.

• Created graphics for promotional materials, brand kits, corporate packets, and shipping supplies.

• Drafted talking points, media releases, collaborated with local non-profits for collaborative community engagement featured in exhibits, and compiled email marketing lists

The Tiger, August 2022-Present

Associate Editor, April 2025-Present

Associate Editor, April 2025-Present

• Oversee the written content of The Tiger, ensuring all sections meet editorial standards, AP Style guidelines and publication deadlines

• Manage newsroom operations in collaboration with the Editor-in-Chief, coordinating with section editors and staff

• Lead workshops and onboarding sessions for members, supporting skill development and consistent editorial quality

Opinion Editor, April 2023-December 2024

• Directed coverage and staff of the Opinion desk, managing columnists, guest contributors and editorial content

• Edited, approved and published op-eds, letters to the editor and editorials in alignment with editorial policy

• Optimized SEO strategy and analyzed web analytics to increase click-through rates and overall pageviews

Assistant Opinion Editor, November 2022-April 2023

• Assisted in managing Opinion desk workflow for both print and online production

• Edited and prepared opinion content for publication while coordinating with writers to meet deadlines

• Supported section leadership in maintaining consistent quality and timely publishing

Contributor, August 2022-November 2022

• Wrote weekly articles for The Tiger’s award-winning website and print edition

• Pitched story ideas and reported on topics relevant to the Clemson University community

Model United Nations, August 2024-December 2024

• Conduct in-depth research on global issues and engage in discussions to propose and develop solutions to international challenges, collaborate on drafting resolutions, and author comprehensive position papers.

• Strengthened public speaking, teamwork, and debate skills, including delivering speeches to audiences of 100+.

Tigervision, August 2022-May 2023

• Learned foundational technical skills in video production in broadcast journalism working with 10+ productions.

• Collaborated with a 20-member senior staff team to develop a website showcasing student projects and materials.

• Public Speaking

• Introduction to Journalism

• Principles of Public Relations

• American Literature: Consumer Culture

• United States Congress

• American National Government

• State and Local Government

• Middle East Politics

• International Conflict

• United Nations: Case Studies and Simulations

Carlina DiRusso. Communication Professor, Clemson University

• cdiruss@clemson.edu

Lindsey Lusk. Community Engagement Director, The Children’s Museum of the Upstate,

• llusk@tcmupstate.org

Jenna Belface. Manager, The Esso Club,

• jenna.belfance@gmail.com

Clemson University President’s List— Spring 2023, Fall 2023

Clemson University Dean’s List— Fall 2022, Spring 2024 

South Carolina Press Association Third Place Collegiate Large Division Column or Editorial Writing, Issued March 2025

South Carolina Press Association First Place Collegiate Large Division Column or Editorial Writing, Issued April 2024