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Allyson Kunkel

@allysonkunkel

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Strategic communications specialist focused on social media, design, and engagement.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a communications or digital media role where I can create engaging content, grow audience engagement, and support events in a collaborative, growth-oriented team.

I am a strategic communications graduate with hands-on experience in social media management, graphic design, and event promotion. I combine strong visual design skills using Adobe Creative Suite with proven success growing engagement and attendance for collegiate sports and professional organizations.

My background includes internships creating digital campaigns and virtual experiences, plus leadership as Director of Marketing for a university hockey program where I drove major increases in reach, engagement, followers, and game attendance. I am organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in coordinating vendors, travel, and in-person events.

I currently support client service operations in a veterinary practice while pursuing opportunities that leverage my digital media, content creation, and communications strengths to build brand loyalty and measurable results.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Receptionist

Current

Total Care Animal Hospital

Sep 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Manage client inquiries and scheduling, maintain patient records with veterinary management software, and process payments and billing to ensure smooth clinic operations.

Customer Service Scheduling Billing Record keeping Phone Communication Client Relations

Digital Media Intern

Allen Americans Professional Hockey Club

Jun 2023 - Dec 2023 (6 months)

Designed visual assets for social, email, web, and in-arena signage to maintain consistent brand identity and collaborated with marketing leadership on creative campaign concepts.

Adobe Creative Suite Graphic Design Social Media Content Brand Management Visual Design Email Marketing

Digital Media Intern

Pickled Agency

Jun 2023 - Sep 2023 (3 months)

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to build a virtual reality experience and supported content calendar and campaign development to enhance agency marketing efforts.

Content Development Visual Design

Director of Marketing & Communications

University of Central Oklahoma Broncho Hockey

Jul 2022 - Jun 2023 (11 months)

Led marketing, communications, and events to grow fan engagement, coordinated team travel and vendor partnerships, and planned successful campus events driving attendance and community engagement.

Social Media Management Event Planning Community Relations Travel Coordination Merchandise Marketing Media Relations

Public Relations Intern

University of Central Oklahoma Broncho Hockey

Mar 2021 - Aug 2022 (1 year 5 months)

Managed social channels and designed graphics, collaborating with photographers to boost reach 79.2%, engagement 59.8%, followers 300%, and increase game attendance by 75%.

Social Media Strategy Graphic Design Content Creation Analytics Community Outreach PR

College Program Participant

Walt Disney World Resort

Jan 2022 - Jun 2022 (5 months)

Served high-volume Quick Service Food & Beverage operations in Magic Kingdom, demonstrating multitasking and customer service in a fast-paced environment serving thousands daily.

Customer Service Multitasking Guest Relations Time Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Central Oklahoma

Bachelor of Arts, Strategic Communications

Grade: 3.82

Activities and societies: Broncho Hockey — Director of Marketing, Communications, and Events; Public Relations Intern; UCO American Advertising Federation NSAC Team; Alpha Delta Pi Sorority leadership roles

Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Strategic Communications with a 3.82 GPA, graduating in May 2023.