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Biography: 
Emily Wells is a student at Utah State University studying Journalism and Communication with an emphasis in Public Relations, and minors in Film Studies and Marketing Design. Her work centers on brand image, strategic messaging, and digital media, with a focus on how storytelling shapes perception and builds meaningful connections between organizations and their audiences. She is particularly interested in the intersection of social media, visual storytelling, and public relations.

Professional Communications Experience: 
Marketing and Events Intern l C-Sweet Utah Chapter l March 2026-Present

  • Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing chapter events, and ensuring smooth operations and positive attendee experiences. 
  • Supports marketing initiative by creating and promoting content across social media platforms, driving awareness and engagement for events. 
  • Collaborate with committees during regular meetings to align strategies, communicate updates, and contribute to the growth of the Utah Chapter. 

PR and Marketing Intern l Horizon Health l June 2025-August 2025

  • Created an external social campaign promoting sports physicals.
  • Helped plan and promote community events.
  • Collaborated with other departments in designing flyers and digital graphics for health services and events.


Other Professional Experience: 
Teaching Assistant l Utah State University l January 2026-Present 

  • Assists professor with course instruction for a class of 38 students. 
  • Provides one-on-one academic support during designated Lab hours.
  • Grades assignments, discussions, and projects with detailed feedback.

Customer Service Agent l Al's Sporting Goods l October 2025-Present

  • Communicates clearly and professionally with customers to assess needs and resolve concerns.
  • Manage high-stress customer interactions with empathy, active listening and solution-oriented responses. 
  • Represent Al's Sporting Goods brand positively through consistent, customer first messaging.

Shift Manager l Cache Valley Fun Park l September 2023-April 2025

  • Promoted to manager after 3 months of employment.
  • Lead a team of 10+ employees and oversaw daily operations.
  • Helped resolve customer issues over the phone and in person.


Class Projects:

  • Created a social media campaign promoting Aggie TV-News, a student run broadcasting station.
  • Planned and promoted an end of the year celebrate for the entire department of communications and media.
  • Conducted research campaign on Unmasking the Threat: Utilization of Digital Health Communication Techniques in Addressing Smoking and Vaping-Induced Lung Cancer Amongst Youth, to present at a Student Research Symposium.
  • Developed and executed research project using a survey-based data collection and SPSS for statistical analysis. Presented my findings on Examining the Relationship Between Daily Social Media Use and Severity of Depressive Symptoms Among U.S. College Students Aged 18-25 at a Student Research Symposium.
  • Directed, filmed, and edited a 25-minute documentary capturing the unnoticed and demanding nature of a cowboy's work.
  • Working together with a small team we filmed a five-minute video promoting mental health targeted towards students on campus, using a Panasonic camcorder.
  • Filmed a thirty second commercial advertising hot chocolate, using a Panasonic camcorder, and edited on Adobe Premiere Pro working together with a small team.
  • Created multiple news story packages with a Panasonic camcorder and edited on Adobe Premiere Pro.


Skills:

  • Proficient in: Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva, Audacity, SPSS, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office.
  • Experience with Social Pilot and social media platforms, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, and X.
  • HubSpot social media and marketing content course completion. 
  • CITI research certification.


Education: ​
Anticipated Graduation: Spring 2027 l Utah State University l GPA: 3.91/4.00

  • Major: Journalism and Communications
  • Emphasis: Public Relations
  • Minors: Marketing Design and Film Studies

Relevant Coursework:

  • Social Media Content Development
  • Social Media and Public Health Campaigns
  • Communication Research Methods
  • Writing for Public Relations
  • Public Relations Case Studies
  • Event Planning
  • Adobe Graphic Design
  • Fundamentals of Marketing 
  • Statistics

Accomplishments & Awards:

  • Dean's List Spring 2024, Spring 2025 and Fall 2025
  • A-Pin Student


Contact Me:
Email: emilyW3lls.21@gmail.com
LinkedIn: Emily Wells
Located: ​Logan, UT