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Rose Murphy

@rosemurphy

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I am a public relations and event planner specializing in strategic communications.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek PR or event roles where I can lead strategic communications, create digital content, manage events, and grow within a collaborative, mission-driven team.

I graduated early from Xavier University with a BA in Public Relations and a Minor in Musical Theatre. I specialize in implementing public relations campaigns, strategic communications, and event planning.

I have planned and executed events across nonprofit, political, and private sectors, including wedding ceremonies and fundraising events for Chicago and Illinois politicians, and I led the Foundation for the Preservation of Flossmoor History 100th Anniversary Project.

I create and maintain websites and social media platforms for small businesses and completed a Social Media Marketing certification (Hootsuite) as well as the Disney College Program. My technical toolkit includes Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, website/media creation, photography, and videography.

I bring strong organization, writing, leadership, and public-speaking skills to every project, and I enjoy crafting strategic, creative communications that engage communities and donors while delivering measurable event and campaign outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Wedding Event Planner

Current

Ad Astra Events

Nov 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Create and execute wedding ceremonies and receptions for couples in Nashville, managing vendors and day-of logistics to ensure seamless events.

Event Planning Vendor Management Client Relations Budget Management Timeline Creation Microsoft Office Communication

Current

Website & Social Media Creator

Current

Rose Murphy Website Creations

Feb 2022 - Present (3 years 6 months)

Created and maintained websites and social media platforms for small businesses, improving online presence and content consistency.

wix Website Design Social Media Management Content Creation Adobe Creative Suite Photography Digital Marketing

Event Planning Coordinator

Liz Nicholson and Associates

Jun 2023 - Nov 2024 (1 year 5 months)

Planned and executed fundraising events for Chicago and Illinois politicians and led the Foundation for the Preservation of Flossmoor History 100th Anniversary project.

Fundraising Volunteer Management PR

Disney College Program Intern

Disney College Program

Aug 2023 - Mar 2024 (7 months)

Supported outdoor vending and stocking operations at Walt Disney World, maintaining inventory and delivering guest-facing service during peak park operations.

Inventory Management Guest Service Operations Teamwork Time Management Communication

Career Fair Event Planner

NewPath Child and Family Solutions

Jan 2023 - May 2023 (4 months)

Planned and managed a foster home career fair to recruit employment candidates for counseling services, coordinating logistics and outreach.

Event Planning Employer Outreach Logistics Project Management Microsoft Office

Assistant Event Planner & Social Media

Clarity Events

Aug 2022 - May 2023 (9 months)

Assisted event planning and guest management while developing and publishing social media content to promote events and drive engagement.

Photography Adobe Creative Suite

Fundraising Intern

Make-A-Wish

May 2022 - Aug 2022 (3 months)

Contacted and communicated with potential donors for the annual gala fundraiser, supporting donor outreach and event preparation.

Fundraising event support Volunteer coordination Communication

Talent Agency Intern

Lily's Talent Agency

May 2021 - Aug 2021 (3 months)

Assisted the president by identifying talent candidates, handled receptionist communications, and created social media content and scheduling.

Talent Sourcing Scheduling Digital Design Administrative Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Xavier University

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Public Relations

2020 - 2023

Activities and societies: Minor in Musical Theatre; internships and roles include Career Fair Event Planner (NewPath), Assistant to Event Planner/Digital Media Manager (Clarity Events), Make-A-Wish intern, Digital Designer (Lily's Talent Agency), and website/social media creator.

Completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Public Relations with a Minor in Musical Theatre in three years, focusing on public relations campaigns, strategic communications, and event planning.