Olivia Watson-Francis
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Olivia Watson-Francis

Ex Lifestyle Accounts AssistantBeckenham, United Kingdom
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Olivia Watson-Francis
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Olivia Watson-Francis

Ex Lifestyle Accounts AssistantBeckenham, United Kingdom
About me
Experienced Public Relations assistant who is confident and motived with strong organisational, administrative and time management skills. I have the ability to work as part of a team as well as individually. Through work experiences, I am capable of working in a fast-paced environment with demanding deadlines. I am able to be professional whilst socialising and building relationships on all levels with key contacts in the industry.
Work history
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    Lifestyle Accounts AssistantNeil Reading PR
     - London, United KingdomFull Time
    Maintaining first-class administration on all client accounts; ensuring all relevant client folders are kept in correct working order; preparation of internal/ external reports; ensuring coverage reports and media lists are kept up to date Liaising with clients and the media daily, often via telephone and email The ability to manage multiple assignments at once and prioritise accordingly Teaching and training interns Building strong relationships and networks with colleagues, clients and the media Liaising with clients, managerial staff and journalists about objectives and timescales Working with my line managers on new business opportunities within existing accounts and helping prepare creative proposals Monitoring the media for client opportunities; including newspapers, magazines, broadcasts, social media sites, blogs etc. Collating, analysing and evaluating media coverage: from blogs, social media posts, newsletters, magazines, online newspapers and newspapers Experience using industry software; Gorkana and Media Eye Preparing regular client reports and attending client meetings Having an awareness of clients’ business activity and attend client meetings as required Client research Coordinating and organising projects and events (inviting the media, press, influencers and celebrity’s); preparing press materials, attending events and compiling guests list’s Distributing press releases to targeted media Handling enquiries from the public, press, and related organisations Organising and booking press and influencers for client events Updating social media platforms such as; Instagram, Twitter & Facebook Knowledge of social influencers and a good understanding of social and emerging media Influencer marketing
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    Freshtival Supervisor/ Volunteer (Temp)Brighton Student Union
     - Brighton, United KingdomFull Time
    • Responsible for leading and organising a team, whilst promoting university events run by the Brighton student’s union. • Responsible for helping 1st year students move into accommodation, answering questions and handing out leaflets.
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Skills
  • Communication
  • Teamworking
  • Leadership
  • Organisation
  • Time Management
  • Planning
  • Creative Thinking
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Motivated
  • Responsible
Education
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    2:1 BA (Hons) Business with MarketingThe University of Brighton
     - Brighton, United Kingdom
    • 3rd year modules include: Managing & Developing People – Digital Marketing – Futurism for Marketers – Contemporary Issues in Marketing – Marketing Across Cultures – Applied Strategy • 2nd year modules include: Operations & Process management – Design &Innovation – Marketing & Responsibility – Law for Marketing – Managing Systems – International Business Analysis • 1st year modules include: Business Project – Business Economics – Financial Knowledge & Skills for Business – Organisational Behaviour & HRM – Principles of Marketing – Developing Academic & Employability Skills
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    A LevelsLangley Park School for Girls
     - Beckenham, United Kingdom
    • 3 A-Levels: BTEC Business Studies (D*D), Music Technology (D)