Jessica Burke

About

Hello! I am a junior at Pepperdine University studying Public Relations and English with aspirations to work in the food industry. Additionally, I have a strong passion for fashion, writing, photography, and music. I'm always open to connecting and exploring opportunities. You can reach me at Jessica.burke@pepperdine.edu.

Experience

• Media Coordinator · Pepperdine University2025-08-01 –

  Created four informational and promotional videos for the Florence, Italy International Program, Submitted 10 photographs a month for the IP Instagram/promotional materials, coordinated between head office in Malibu and IP Director for content creation

• Photographer · Pepperdine University2024-11-01 –

  Photographs for various events at school. (beetles cover band, music performances, shows, etc.) Edit and sends outs photos within 24 hours of event.

• Recipe Developer · Taste of Home2021-01-01 –

  Taste of Home is an American food media brand. I was selected as 1/9 community cooks from AZ. I created 30+ recipes for website, examined submitted recipes for structural layout, and promoted brand on social media.

• Founder, Writer · Otium2020-01-01 –

  Otium is a food science & cooking blog dedicated to empower home cooks. I write about various food science topics, share photographs, and give cooking tips. 50+ total articles & 50k monthly viewers off of Pinterest & website. Visited by individuals in 140 countries.

• VIP PR Intern · Michele Marie PR2025-05-01 – 2025-08-01

  Support influencer and celebrity relations by researching on-brand talent, packaging gifting, and assisting with social media giveaways and events. Manage media tracking and reporting through monitoring press and social media placements, clipping coverage, and writing trend reports for client updates. Maintain organizational and operational efficiency by updating sample inventory via Mayvien, supporting event prep, and assisting with showroom organization and stylist visits. Learn applications Mayvien, Fashion Beauty Monitor, RocketReach, Muck Rack, IMBPro, Upfluence, Lefty, and Influencer Intelligence.

• Office Assistant · PCH Interiors2025-05-01 – 2025-08-01

  Data entry across various platforms and project tracking software. Respond to emails, phone calls, and coordinating with vendors and subcontractors. Scheduling site visits and confirming appointments. Assisting with inspections, job site walkthroughs, and project logistics. Learning day-to-day estate operations from managing basic household needs to high-level oversight of multi-million dollar properties. Supporting ongoing development and renovation projects.

• Seasonal Sales Associate · Perfumeology2024-12-01 – 2025-01-01

  Perfumeology is a perfume shop in Chandler, AZ. I greeted customers, providing personalized fragrance recommendations. I processed customer transactions efficiently on the cash register. I assisted in store opening and maintained a clean, organized store by performing routine tasks, such as restocking and tidying displays. Worked 30+ hours a week.

Education

• Pepperdine UniversityPublic Relations and English, Public Relations and English

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