Keri Ann Flaccomio
writing & communications portfolio
Keri Ann Flaccomio
Profile
Conscientious, detail-oriented individual seeking to apply strong written, editorial and interpersonal skills in the nonprofit sector.
Experience demonstrates organization, respect for deadlines, willingness to learn and expand skillset while taking on challenges, commitment to building a positive work environment, the ability to work both independently and in teams, and a passion for community support.
Specialties include non-fiction writing and editing, copy editing, speech writing, news and press materials, online and social media, interpersonal communication, fundraising, patient support and advocacy.
Professional Experience
Skills
Raiser's Edge
Constant Contact
Mac & PC platforms
Microsoft Office
Track Changes
Social Media
Basic HTML
AP Style
Photoshop
Garageband
iMovie
Windows Movie Maker
2010 - present
2010 - present
Basic Knowledge
Undergraduate
BA in Communication Arts: Journalism | Minor in Psychology 5/2011
Cumulative GPA: 3.9/4.0 | Graduated summa cum laude with College Honors
Dean's List, Presidential Scholarship
Award for Outstanding Achievement in Communication Arts: Journalism
Ramapo College Leadership Award, Outstanding Student Service Award
Lambda Pi Eta Communication Studies Honor Society
Post-Baccalaureate
Certification in Business Essentials, Anisfield School of Business – AACSB Accredited 5/2012
Cumulative GPA: 4.0/4.0 | Completion of 16 credit hours, two personal effectiveness seminars
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Education
Click above for current résumé in PDF
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Cision
Publicity Assistant
Qualtrics
QuarkXPress
Promotions Writing
Creative Advertising & PR
Writing for Publication
Marketing Principles & Practices
Newswriting
Copy Editing
Fundamentals of Interactive Media
Effective Speaking
Persuasion Theory & Practice
Media and Persuasion
Media Issues and Ethics
Producing the Newspaper
Reporting & Writing: Online Media
News Reporting: Broadcast Media
Producing Radio Docs & Podcasts
• Drafted and edited official documents to facilitate conversations on post-testing opportunities
• Produced and copyedited web and presentation material under the direction of Student Success
• Sustained strong public relations while determining, scheduling and proctoring appropriate testing
• Maintained student records and entered test results in the College Data Management system
Testing Center, Ramapo College of New Jersey
Testing Assistant
8/2013-12/2013; 1/2013-3/2013
Relevant Courses
Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center, Mount Sinai Hospital
Development Coordinator (promoted from Development Assistant)
10/2014-Present
• Coordinate annual Breakfast of Legends in absence of Development Director
• Draft, finalize 1½-hr Breakfast program, speeches for patients, moderators, Mount Sinai VIPs
• Guide 15 New York City Marathon runners as Charity Manager for Run For Teens team
• Aid website launch, creation of development/marketing donor kit, assisting in writing, editing
• Maintain donor relationships, manage acknowledgments and data entry in Raiser’s Edge, Access
• Personalize correspondence for major gifts and pledges, prepare letters for MSAHC Director
• Steer direct mailings/digital mailings in Constant Contact to support special events, appeals
• Serve as liaison for Advisory Board, organizing meetings, minutes and development reports
• Composed and updated press releases, pitch letters, galley letters, ePostcards and flyers
• Generated contact lists and maintained media databases using Cision and Publicity Assistant
• Researched print and online media for publicity opportunities
• Organized galley mailings, packaged review copy requests and performed administrative duties
Center for Academic Advisement and First-Year Experience,
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Peer Advisor
5/2009-5/2012
Basic Books | Nation Books, The Perseus Books Group
Publicity Intern
9/2011-12/2011
• Wrote, edited web content, 15 issues of the Parent/Family Focus newsletter in Constant Contact
• Collaborated with staff to plan and manage events facilitating student and family transitions
• Co-presented to crowds of up to 300, managed 10-20 students daily during orientations
• Publicized CAAFYE resources to assist with program/course selection, drive student achievement
• Attended community events and press conferences
• Conducted interviews with public figures, including the late Sen. Frank Lautenberg (D-N.J.)
• Reported and wrote 16 news stories on deadline for the Passaic edition, consulted with editors
• Developed story packages in conjunction with other staff writers and photographers
The Record and Herald News, North Jersey Media Group
News Intern
6/2010-8/2010
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America - New Jersey Chapter
Team Challenge Intern
7/2013-9/2013
• Supported marketing and PR initiatives for national signature events, patient/professional services
• Secured radio airtime for PSAs, news coverage for press releases, locations for tabling events
• Created mailing incentives for team alumni, medical practitioners and local businesses
• Promoted the Foundation's mission using knowledge of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis