Ileana Koifman

About

A dedicated Public Relations professional, currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations/Image Management at Rowan University, expected to graduate in 2024. Recently completed an Executive Trainee role at Ruder Finn, where I honed skills in crafting compelling proposals and media pitches, and conducted in-depth research on topics like sustainability and advocacy. Previously, I served as a Leasing Agent/Assistant at Garden Communities, excelling in client relations, tenant eligibility verification, and administrative tasks. My experience as a Public Relations Intern at YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School involved collaborating with media outlets to promote community events and developing engaging content for various platforms. I am adept at fostering positive relationships and enhancing organizational image through strategic communication and event planning.

Experience

• Executive Trainee · Ruder Finn09-01-2024 – 11-01-2024

  Utilized federal opportunity contract platforms to identify solicitations within target agencies for bidding, crafting compelling proposals in response. Compiled tailored media lists, wrote pitch abstracts for diverse audiences, and sent out pitches to reporters, showcasing strong research and communication skills. Researched and compiled information on various topics such as conference details, sustainability, advocacy, and incumbent research, demonstrating adaptability and attention to detail.

• Leasing Agent/Assistant · Garden Communities05-01-2022 – 09-01-2024

  Skilled in building and maintaining positive relationships with clients and tenants. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in providing outstanding customer service and resolving issues in a timely manner. Processes rental applications and conducted background checks to verify tenant eligibility. Maintained accurate records of all leasing activities, including tenant agreements, payments, and other documents. Show rentable properties to prospective tenants, conducted administrative tasks, credit, and background checks, and organizing payments and applications.

• Public Relations Intern · YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School10-01-2023 – 01-01-2024

  Collaborated with local media outlets and journalists to promote positive stories about public community events, ensuring accurate and favorable coverage of events, achievements, and initiatives. Developed engaging and informative content for Instagram, Youtube and the YouthBuild Philly website, including press releases, newsletters, and blog posts, to highlight the school's activities, accomplishments, and community impact. Assisted in planning and executing events to enhance the school's public image, such as community outreach programs, fostering positive relationships with stakeholders and the broader community.

Education

• Rowan UniversityBachelor of Arts - BA, Public Relations/Image Management

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