Hey everyone. I'm nearly halfway through my Master of Science in Public Relations degree from Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications. In six-months I'll be working full-time at a college or university in the U.S. or Canada. I know I won't be able to formally apply for positions probably until 6-8 weeks from the start date but I want to start early in getting my name out there so I have as many options as possible. Feel free to share the Storify post below about my experience related to higher ed planning/writing, video, and social media management.
I'd like to announce a bit earlier than I need to that I'm looking for a full-time job starting Monday, June 3rd, 2013.
I could simply post my resume and explain why in 100 words or less why you, a manager in a higher education communication office, should hire me but I can do better.
Here's a little Storify presentation about me and why I'd be a great web writer/public relations specialist at your college or university this summer.
I'd like to announce a bit earlier than I need to that I'm looking for a full-time job starting Monday, June 3rd, 2013.
I could simply post my resume and explain why in 100 words or less why you, a manager in a higher education communication office, should hire me but I can do better.
Here's a little Storify presentation about me and why I'd be a great web writer/public relations specialist at your college or university this summer.
To start off, my name is Geoff Campbell. Here's what I look like:
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I've lived all over North America.
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I earned my bachelor's degree at Mount Allison University, the best undergraduate university in Canada.
Mount Allison ranked best undergrad by Maclean's
Mount Allison has been named the best undergraduate university in Canada by Maclean's magazine for a record 15th time. The university, lo...0·
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While I was there I studied International Relations, eventually being published in an Undergraduate Academic Journal.
10/11 Journal: Alternative Solutions For A Sustainable Future
Spring 2011: Alternative Solutions For A Sustainable Future ISSN 1710-4947 The Democratic Republic of the Congo International Judicial St...0·
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As part of the program I had to learn a language so I chose French and took advantage of an immersion program.
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On the advice of a professor I started writing outside of class. I started writing about what was familiar to me.
2008 US Presidential Election Retrospective | The Argosy - Mount Allison University's Independent Student Newspaper
Photo Caption: I'm the one in the red shirt, two heads south of the Secret Service agent to the right of the stage. I was born in Canada,...0·
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then I branched out a bit into the unfamiliar.
Interview: Dave King of Flogging Molly | The Argosy - Mount Allison University's Independent Student Newspaper
This past weekend I had the opportunity to have a phone interview with Dave King, lead singer of the Irish-American punk rock band Floggi...0·
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I started writing for the admissions office and continued writing until I graduated in 2012.
While I worked there I wrote about my life there through words,
Geoff Campbell at Mount Allison University: The Top Three Reasons Why You Should Go to Mount Allison University in Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada for Your Undergraduate Degree
The Top Three Reasons Why You Should Go to Mount Allison University in Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada for Your Undergraduate Degree Dec...0·
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photos,
Geoff Campbell at Mount Allison University: Day in the Life Part Six: Jennings Meal Hall
Most first year students get the Unlimited Food plan...which allows/forces you to eat at meal hall three times a day...well...two times a...0·
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and video.
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My blog writing caught the eye of the Communications and Marketing Office who hired me as a paid intern.
There I wrote news articles
Events
Mount Allison students launch ninth annual ATLIS journal 2011-06-29 10:40:13 The Atlantic International Studies Organization (ATLIS) , a ...0·
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and created other written and photo content on behalf of the school.
Ursula climbs to the top: a visit with New Brunswick’s Mount Allison - Ursula On Tour
Everybody at Mount Allison did their best to make my trip memorable. Mount Allison University really is a one of a kind immersive learnin...0·
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More importantly, however, I conducted a social media audit and drafted the school's first social media strategy and guidelines.
I also did much of the planning, interviewing, and promotion of the school's 20-video series designed to reduce summer melt.
20 Tips for first-year students at Mount Allison University
Collection of reactions by Mount Allison students, alumni, industry professionals, and others to Mount Allison University's 20 videos for...0·
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I then moved onto doing videography myself and with a student volunteer, created a video of graduating students discussing their future to give prospective students an idea of the worth of the Mount Allison University experience.
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When I wasn't studying, writing my blog or working for the communications office I kept busy.
I represented Amnesty International Mount Allison at the national conference and Human Rights College where I received training in public speaking, public relations, and effective event planning.
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Mount Allison represented at Amnesty International Human Rights College2011-06-16 09:22:55 Geoff Campbell, President of Mount Allison's A...0·
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I then organized a visit by Craig Benjamin, Amnesty International Canada's Aboriginal Rights Campaigner.
Amnesty International campaigner visits campus | The Argosy - Mount Allison University's Independent Student Newspaper
Photo Caption: (from left to right) Advait Vij, Geoffrey Campbell, Craig Benjamin, and Aya Al-Shalchi in front of a poster in support of ...0·
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Over one summer, I interned in Student Affairs at Berklee College of Music
Summer Projects Coordinator
Over the summer of 2009, I worked as the Summer Projects Coordinator at Berklee College of Music.0·
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During my final year I worked as the first Online Editor for the student newspaper, The Argosy, where I helped migrate the website from WordPress to Drupal and helped improve their online and social media presences.
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I did all of the technical support for a regional conference
Atlantic Region Canadian University Press Fall 2011 Conference
I had been working making sure everything was set up, single-handedly setting up a live-streamed and recorded Skype conversation at the O...0·
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including live-streaming/live-tweeting a Skype conversation with Canada's most respected news anchor, Peter Mansbridge.
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I represented the paper at the Canadian University Press National Conference in Victoria, BC.
My trip to #NASH74 according to Twitter
The Canadian University Press held its 74th national conference in Victoria, BC. Here's how it went for me. [Note: I'll be creating separ...0·
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I brought back insights from more experienced web editors which helped tremendously in improving our Facebook engagement
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and website statistics.
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I also covered digital technology use by the University
Mount Allison University plans website redesign | The Argosy - Mount Allison University's Independent Student Newspaper
If everything goes as planned, Mount Allison will have a brand new website this summer. The website redesign comes at the heels of the no...0·
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the student government
Mount Allison SAC Technology Initiatives | The Argosy - Mount Allison University's Independent Student Newspaper
Demo Page of Square Crop's 'Katalyst' Social Network After negotiations have wrapped up early this Spring, the Students' Administrative C...0·
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and students.
Getting a job in 2012 - Standing out in a Twitter-stream | The Argosy - Mount Allison University's Independent Student Newspaper
For those who think the dead-tree resume is nearing the end of its life, you may be right. Fourth-year commerce student Daniel Hebert rec...0·
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After graduating from Mount Allison University with an Honours B.A. in International Relations I decided to pursue a career in communication and accepted an admissions offer from the Newhouse School.
Why I'm pursuing an M.S. in Public Relations at the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
After much deliberation, I've decided that I'm going to pursue my Master of Science in Public Relations from the S.I. Newhouse School of ...0·
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Here, so far I've improved my resume
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by creating a full media kit in a PR writing class accompanied by work in graphics, including a poster for the fictitious event
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and other work culminating in the creation of a fully functional and interactive iPad magazine section.
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when I haven't been doing schoolwork I've worked as a graduate assistant where I'm helping a multimedia professor do research for his book.
Multimedia Storytelling Research
As I've mentioned earlier, I started working at a Graduate Research Assistant here at the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications i...0·
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staying abreast of social media trends and best practice
I'm now a “Hootsuite Certified Professional” – Geoff Campbell
Nov 10, 2012 ... After getting an offer for free “Hootsuite University” training via Klout Perks I spent a few hours going through the ...0·
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and writing for Syracuse University's School of Information Studies
(iSchool) Blog.
Why Did IFTTT Remove Twitter Triggers?
If you've ever wondered if there was an easier way of getting things done online you've probably looked at automation services. One of th...0·
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I'm currently finishing courses in PR Writing for Digital Platforms, PR Theory, PR Research, and Media Law. In the Spring semester I'll be working at two internships and auditing a videography class on top of PR Campaigns, PR Management and two finance classes.
I'm seeking full-time work in communications beginning June 3, 2012. I can be reached at any time via @GeoffBCampbell and geoff@geoffbcampbell.com.
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