Desiree Downs ddowns@email.unc.edu

2301 Colony Woods Dr. 213 Everett

Apex, NC 27502 The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill, NC 27514

(919) 387-7494 (919) 914-3092

OBJECTIVE___________________________________________________

To obtain a job in the Public Relations field with opportunity for advancement.

EDUCATION__________________________________________________

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Aug. 99 – present

School of Journalism and Mass Communication

BA expected May 2003

Public Relations

Related coursework: News Writing, Electronic Information Sources

EMPLOYMENT_______________________________________________

Apex Gymnastics Apex, NC Nov. 1998 – May 2000 Coach

Instructed class in the skills of gymnastics and cheerleading for ages 4 to 13.

Worked with parents to their satisfaction in different areas.

Responsible for attendance records, instruction, choreographing dance routines,

picking out music and constructing as well as teaching new cheers.

Responsible for the safety and well being of each child while under my

instruction.

Gap Raleigh, NC Nov. 1999 – Jan. 2000 Sales Associate

Worked with customers to their satisfaction

Stocked shelves

Took inventory

Worked dressing room insuring customers needs were met

SKILLS______________________________________________________

Familiar with web page design program, Dreamweaver.

Type 80 WPM

Excel in organizational, leadership, and communication skills

ACTIVITIES__________________________________________________

Girl Scout Day Camp Volunteer 2001, 2000, 1999, 1998

Race for the Cure Volunteer 2001, 2000

Diocese of Raleigh Volunteer 2001, 2000, 1999

UNC Orientation Counselor 2001

UNC Residence Hall Association 2000-2001

For all activities:

Worked with others to set up programs.

Responsible for different tasks to make the entire event run smoothly.