Kyla Brooks

School: 6515 Belcrest Road, 704A, Hyattsville, MD 20782 Permanent: 1734 Helmick Street, Carson, CA 90746
(310) 714-2670 kyla.brooks@bison.howard.edu

Education
Howard University, Cathy Hughes School of Communications, Washington DC
Expected Graduation Date: July 2017
Major: Strategic, Legal & Management (concentration in Public Relations) | Minor: Psychology

Related courses: Digital Media Literacy | Ethical Issues in Communications | Advanced Public Speaking |
Fundamentals of Journalism | Introduction to Mass Communications | Introduction to Strategic Communications |
Interpersonal Communication | International/Intercultural Communications | Race, Gender and Media | Basic PR
Writing | Advanced PR Writing | Public Affairs Planning & Management | Social Media & Integrated Marketing |
CapComm Lab

Skills
Brand Promotion Social Media Leadership Communication Event Coordination Analytical Writing

Experience
International Media Relations Intern April 2017 Present
Destination DC, Washington, DC
IPW 2017 support: Assist with press-related activities including but not limited to press tours, press brunch,
press room.
Attend weekly company-wide and departmental meetings
Complete administrative tasks including updating Cision and Cvent lists, deliveries, and general
department duties
Public Relations Coordinator for Sister Sister HU January 2016 May 2017
Howard University, Washington, DC
Operate all SSHU social media accounts
Coordinate all promotion of SSHU events
Maintain healthy relationships between SSHU, its public and other organizations
Intern at KJLH Radio 102.3 FM June 2015 August 2015
Inglewood, CA
Worked with programming and on-air talent
Represent KJLH at remotes, expos, fairs and other appearances, including at the BET Experience
Assist with public and client relations, promotions and event planning
WHBC Promotions Team September 2013 May 2014
Howard University, Washington DC
Assist station with the promotion of new artists, station activities and WHBC events
Report to all events early and participated according to protocol
Handle materials and equipment with care
Service
Alternative Spring Break Team Leader Spring 2016
Howard University, Washington, DC
Lead DC team during their visits to community service sites
Plan day-to-day activities for ASB DC participants
Uphold Howard Universitys motto of Veritas et Utilitas through the planning and execution of the trip