Derrick King

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About Derrick King

Objective Use previous experiences and acquired skills to superlatively perform tasks requested, while obtaining experience and expanding my aptitude through your place of business. Professional Experience Red Bull Student Brand Manager - Atlanta, GA 2012 o Built a global brand, Red Bull, on the campuses of Spelman, Clark Atlanta U and Morehouse. Target Corp- Atlanta, GA Brand Ambassador 2012 o Recruited and managed a team of student ambassadors for the On-Campus Promotion and Shopping Event o Coordinated Event logistics with Periscope, campus administrators and Target store The Garner Circle - Atlanta, GA Junior Publicist 2012 o Developed media and celebrity pitch list o Created press releases/media advisories, event recaps, etc. o Pitched media to desired celebrities, guest, or media o Spoke with contacts and document confirmed attendees o Find, Compare, and Secure Venues B.E.T Networks Marketing Representative - Atlanta, GA 2010-2011 o Served as a liaison responsible for transferring, and assisting messages B.E.T Networks to the campuses of Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse, and Spelman o Planned and hosted numerous events to promote, inform, and excite the Atlanta community for upcoming BET shows and Special Events. Leadership o Coordinated Olive Branch and Sparkhouse Week (Clark Atlanta U, Spelman and Morehouse o Chair of the Orientation Guide Corp o Education Director and Parliamentarian of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. o Coordinator of Target AUC Back to School Event Computer Skills Gmail Efficient (Spreadsheets, Docs, etc.), MS Windows MS Office