About Me
Driven by a passion for writing and media planning, I have further developed my skills in editing, AP style writing, and strategic communication planning through hands-on experience in my current role as a communications assistant, my previous internship experience, job shadowing an industry leader, and working with a small business to better engage their target audience. With a desire to connect brands with their audiences through storytelling and media planning, my goal is to contribute to organizations by enhancing their reputation and driving meaningful engagement.
Carly Klinger
Entry-level Public Relations Professional
570-394-3040
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Danville, PA - Open to Relocation
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WORK HISTORY
JANUARY 2026 - PRESENT
Communications Assistant
VIZO FINANCIAL CORPORATE CREDIT UNION
Draft and edit internal and external communications, promotional materials, and social text including press releases, blog articles, email campaigns and other written materials to enhance member engagement. Promote credit union products and services, events, and educational opportunities through clear brand messaging. Collaborate with team members through rebranding initiatives. Assist multimedia team with film production of corporate content.
JULY 2025 - SEPTEMBER 2025
PR & Marketing Specialist
SERVICE 1ST FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
Drafted and edited press releases, newsletters, and promotional content using Microsoft and Adobe to support campaigns. Collaborated with the marketing team to review and refine content across advertising, social media, and internal communications. Supported event planning initiatives by attending meetings, preparing materials, and ensuring deliverables meet deadlines. Assisted with social media performances tracking and reporting to measure engagement.
MAY 2024 - OCTOBER 2025
Member Service Representative
SERVICE 1ST FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
Assisted Marketing Department with event set-up, promotional materials, and community engagement initiatives. Maintained accurate member data and report, ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Partnered with cross-functional teams to assist in communication efforts and documentation audits. Delivered professional, customer-focused service in a mission-driven financial environment.
JANUARY 2023 - MAY 2025
Secretary, Active Member
PRSSA - STUDENT ORGANIZATION
Served as Secretary (2023-2024), managing chapter communications and maintaining meeting records. Gained experience in content editing, Canva design, and event coordination through active chapter involvement. Contributed to media kits, strategic communications plans, and campaign materials for chapter initiatives.
AUGUST 2021 - APRIL 2024
Pharmacy Technician
GEISINGER MEDICAL CENTER
Prepared and delivered patient-specific medications with attention to detail and accuracy. Managed hospital-wide inventory, restocking and monitoring supply levels to meet demand.
JANUARY 2020 - JANUARY 2022
Teller, CSR
FIRST COLUMBIA BANK & TRUST
Handled customer transactions, vault audits, and compliance reporting. Supported branch operations by preparing schedules, placing cash orders, and ensuring accurate end-of-period reports.
SEPTEMBER 2018 - JUNE 2020
Receptionist, HR Assistant
MARIA JOSEPH CONTINUING CARE COMMUNITY
Assisted HR with onboarding, scheduling interviews, and maintaining employee files. Provided front desk support and served as a point of contact for internal and external communication.
SKILLS
Editing
AP Style Writing
Public Speaking
Communication Planning
Microsoft Office
HubSpot
Adobe InDesign
Cvent
EDUCATION
MAY 2025 GRADUATE
Bachelor of Arts
COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
Major- Communication Studies
Concentration- Organizational Communication
Minor- Public Relations
AUGUST 2022 - MAY 2025
Secretary, Member
PUBLIC RELATIONS STUDENT SOCIETY OF AMERICA
AUGUST 2023 - JANUARY 2024
Member
STUDENT MEDIA ORGANIZATION BUNOW
SUCCESS STORIES
JOB SHADOW
Job shadowing Mike Ferlazzo, Director of Media Relations at Bucknell University, was an invaluable experience that deepened my understanding of the public relations field. I observed how a media professional manages press inquiries and crafts compelling narratives, as well as the programs and tools used to streamline their daily operations. A highlight of my time with Mike was sitting in on their weekly content strategy planning meeting, where the team collaborated to identify priority materials and create impactful campaigns. This experience reinforced my passion for public relations and gave my valuable insight into the skills and tools needed to excel in this field.
ACLP
Working with local business ACLP was a hands-on opportunity to apply the skills developed through my coursework to help them reach their goals. While working with them, we created various promotional materials and came up with a communication plan to help them better engage with their target audience and increase customer retention. I helped target these goals with measurable outcomes and key messages and content to best accomplish these objectives. This experience taught me the importance of understanding the audience's needs and creating strategies that resonate with them. It was rewarding to see the impact with communication plan had on ACLP and their customer relations.