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Debbie Weisz
1535 North Scottsdale Road #1159 Tempe, AZ 85281 (480) 430-9786
Deborah.Weisz@asu.edu
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a full time, entry-level position in Public Relations, Marketing, or Event Coordinating, utilizing communication
skills, performance experience, and a commitment to excellence
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies:
Communication and Theatre
Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona Deans Honor List, Summa Cum Laude, GPA: 3.86
Relevant Coursework:
Acting: Television and Film Advanced Public Speaking Communication in Organizations Gender and Communication Personal
Growth in Human Relations
STUDY ABROAD
Complutense University of Madrid, Madrid, Spain -Completed twenty-four credit hours in Spanish Language and Culture Program
-Became immersed in the cultural traditions, customs, and ideals of a foreign country
-Enhanced problem solving skills, perseverance, and appreciation for diverse cultures through travels within Spain, Italy,
France, Holland, Ireland, and England
-Served as an ambassador, upon return, to prospective study abroad students
SKILLS
Language: Beginning Spanish
Computer: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Performance: Public Speaking, Acting, Singing, Dancing
MARKETING INTERNSHIP
Desert Living Magazine, Phoenix, Arizona
-Interacted with a wide range of companies regarding sponsorship
opportunities and trade agreements in order to create and maintain successful partnerships
-Handed out promotional items at numerous marketing events while creating a fun, high energy atmosphere and creating additional
interest in the magazine
-Enhanced office skills with daily tasks including mailing, billing, organizing, and writing marketing material
BROADCASTING INTERNSHIP
ABC15: KNXV Television Station, Phoenix, Arizona -Researched topic ideas and wrote creative, engaging, and informative
segments for daily live show
-Created advertising and promotional teasers to improve ratings and generate interest in the program
-Communicated with producers, photographers, production team, talent, guests, and the host to facilitate a successful
broadcast
EXPERIENCE
P.F. Changs China Bistro, Tempe, Arizona
BJs Restaurant and Brewery, Tucson, Arizona -Provided superior service to hundreds of loyal customers in fast-paced,
high-quality businesses by cultivating strong client relationships
-Effectively negotiated a diversity of customer service issues through great listening, communication, positive attitude,
and a sense of humor
-Contributed to a dynamic team environment through motivation, support, and collaborative efforts
PUBLIC ADVOCACY CAMPAIGN
V-Day Worldwide Movement, Tempe, Arizona -Increased awareness and educated students and community members on anti-violence
issues
-Successfully raised funds to support local womens shelters by handing out flyers, promotional items, and selling tickets
and merchandise
-Performed in front of thousands of people in Arizona State University’s V-Day theatre production
ACTIVITIES
Camp Anytown Arizona, Prescott, Arizona
-Selected to counsel teenagers in transcending bias, bigotry, and racism to become more tolerant and appreciative of human
diversity
-Increased personal self-esteem and a sense of personal empowerment through development of conflict resolution skills
as a camp delegate
BNai Brith Youth Organization, Tucson, Arizona
-Coordinated, promoted, and participated in community service events, fundraisers, and social / spirit activities for
religious youth group
-Strengthened leadership, creative, and organizational skills by serving as vice president, secretary, and treasurer
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