Bennett Hipp

Background

About Bennett Hipp

Experienced Communications and PR professional seeking new opportunity. Open to diverse industries and functions. Has in-depth communications background in project and vendor management, creation of press releases and other written content, production of advertising copy and promotional materials, external story placement, content and PR campaign planning and execution, copy editing, proofreading and the delivery of accurate Communications work under strict deadlines and in high-pressure environments. Relevant experience in these areas includes time spent as a Publications and Public Relations Assistant for the Atlanta Braves (Major League Baseball) and as a Communications and Publications Associate for the Memphis Grizzlies (National Basketball Association). Passion for and interest in writing, communications and copy editing comes from three years as the Senior Football Writer for the Daily Mississippian newspaper at the University of Mississippi. Gained additional experience serving as a freelance written contributor for multiple outlets including the Jackson (MS) Clarion Ledger and Ole Miss Rivals affiliate (rebelgrove.com), acting as an editor and lead contributor for SB Nation’s Atlanta Braves team site (batterypower.com) and interning with ESPN’s Ole Miss team site (InsideTheGrove.com) as a recruiting writer.