Zaina Bazzari

At this nonprofit organization, I develop and distribute weekly press releases, support global brain health campaigns, assist with budgeting, and help plan the annual international conference. I also contribute to media outreach and public education efforts. I plan to continue in this role throughout the academic year to deepen my experience in mission-driven communications and support meaningful, health-focused initiatives.

Optimized leasing operations through relationship-building, targeted advertising, and social media campaigns, leading to improved team performance. Supported financial tasks such as application processing and rent tracking. During the high-volume turn period, assisted with move-in logistics and unit readiness, strengthening my skills in multitasking, problem-solving, and working under pressure.

Conducted research and gathered data for clients such as Samsung, Amazon, Upwork, Coinbase, and TikTok, delivering detailed reports with actionable steps to improve brand awareness and image. Collaborated with government officials to update policies and guide post-crisis economic recovery in multiple countries. Reviewed, edited, and published government documents, ensuring they reflected up-to-date and relevant policies.

Attend weekly meetings with classmates and professors to discuss key advertising topics, explore industry trends, and collaborate on innovative solutions. Participate in agency tours, connecting classroom concepts to real-world applications and gaining insights into advertising and marketing firm operations. Attend panels and discussions led by industry professionals, broadening my knowledge of human resources, copyright law, strategy development, and account management.

Developed strong interpersonal skills by engaging with clients and managing administrative tasks, building rapport with patrons and delivering excellent customer service. Managed administrative systems, including maintaining client records and scheduling appointments, ensuring smooth daily operations.