Ellen Mc Laughlin

Queen Margaret University,Musselburgh,Edinburgh,Scotland,

00447763521270

ellenmcl@hotmail.com

Profile ________________________________________________________________________

As an ambitious English Literature and Sport Studies graduate, I am currently pursuing my

Masters in Public Relations. With specialisms including creative writing and sociology, as

well as a wealth of one-to-one communication experience, I am confident I would make a

valuable contribution to any existing team. Additionally, as a creatively driven young

professional, I endeavour to find an organisation which encompasses my professional

ambitions and personal passions in an exciting and challenging environment.

Public Relations Experience ______________________________________________________

3X1 Public Relations Agency – PR Intern Current Position

Press Release composition and distribution for multiple clients. Guerilla PR Campaign development plan for Edinburgh Dungeons. Assisting in press launches including the BBC’s Teacup Travels. Strategic research. Blogger liaison and relationship development.

Hibernian Football Club – PR Intern September-December 2014

Assisting in the formulation of a new Communication Plan for 2015. Copy writing and content editing for the Club’s Foundation website. Managing Social Media visibility through the creation of a social media strategy. Liaising with fan base and Hibernian benefactors.

Donegal County Council – PR Intern August-September 2014

Copy writing and content editing for publications featured in specialist magazines including ‘Business Plus’.

Managing Social Media visibility, namely facebook and twitter, orchestrating updates across multiple accounts.

Strategising effective media content and delivery in daily team meetings. Proof reading press releases for comprehensivity.

Employment History: ___________________________________________________________

Gap Coffee – Barista January-August 2014

Convivial atmosphere creation with positive customer feedback. Ensuring the production of high quality goods and service. Multi-tasking and time management activities under pressure. Organisation of staff events and team building evenings.

Lucton School - Gap Tutor September-December 2013

English Literature specialist tutor working towards a positive learning environment for dyslexic students.

English language assistant and classroom aid predominantly involved with Chinese students, managing east asian cultural differences.

Sport, games, and equestrian instructor catering for different skill and age levels.

The Beach House –Hostess June 2010-December 2012

Front of House with high restaurant interaction levels in the creation of convivial atmosphere.

Co-ordination of bookings and event management. Complaint handling and use of diplomacy skills. Bar management and signature mixology research and development.

SandyHill Camp – Camp Councillor/ Equestrian Team Member June-August 2011

Riding / Stable Management instructor with high involvement in lesson plan development and health and safety management.

Cabin leader and parental advisor. Camp entertainment and activity co-ordinator.

Education: _____________________________________________________________________

2014-2015 Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh.

MSc Public Relations

Class Representative

2010-2013 Liverpool Hope University, Merseyside.Honours Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Sports Studies.

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2004-2010 Scoil Mhuire, Buncrana. Irish Junior Certificate and Leaving Certificate.

Hobbies: ______________________________________________________________________

Personal Blog: Ellencient

Bucket List pursuer, Coffee Flâneurist, Gym Junkie, Book Worm, Instagram Enthusiast,

Witty Lyricist.

References: Available on Request