Sara C. Berner
Marketing & Communications Professional
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Location:
Fuquay Varina, North Carolina
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My Resume / CV
Work Experience
September 2022 - Present
August 2021 - September 2022
January 2021 - August 2021
September 2018 - January 2021
August 2014 - May 2018
September 2016 - May 2018
June 2017 - July 2017
Public Affairs Officer, U.S. Army
Fort Liberty, North Carolina
Train, manage and mentor a team of over 16 personnel in all aspects of public affairs while serving as a planner, organizer, and strategic communications advisor for higher executives. Review and edit communications products such as news articles, captions, photographs, videos, and graphics as a production team lead, which has resulted in 100+ digital and social media publications by U.S. Army entities. Create communications products such as news articles, press releases, captions, photographs, videos, training materials, pamphlets, and websites, which has resulted in 10+ U.S. Army-published products. Assist with press relations and have hosted representatives from numerous outlets including the New York Times, the Atlantic, Military Times, Task & Purpose, and Stars and Stripes on more than 10 occasions. Led a team of eight producers on a nine-month overseas deployment, successfully providing public relations coverage for over 80 events and improving the U.S. Army’s messaging and influence across Europe.
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Personnel & Operations Manager, U.S. Army
Fort Stewart, Georgia
Successfully managed and was responsible for the safety and well-being of a team of 30 personnel and military equipment worth over $18 million before and during a six-month overseas deployment. Held the role of victim advocate, supporting and representing the U.S. Army Sexual Harassment and Assault Response and Prevention program; duties included supporting sexual harassment/assault victims and leading group training sessions.
Human Resources Manager/Public Affairs Specialist, U.S. Army
Fort Stewart, Georgia
Independently led public affairs operations, including photography and videography, for a unit of over 500 people, significantly increasing the organization’s visibility and social media footprint. Planned and led several social and fundraising events, resulting in improved spirits and finances within the organization. Managed and organized schedules, administration, and professional correspondence for headquarters-level executives. Advised and mentored superiors, peers, and subordinates on Army/organization social media and communications practices.
Specialty Operations Supervisor - Field Artillery, U.S. Army
Fort Sill, Oklahoma; Fort Stewart, Georgia
Supervised and trained ten personnel in the areas of math, weapons, military vehicle operations and maintenance, and provided guidance to ensure their safety and survival while in combat situations. Advised upper management on organization operations, including human resources and supply matters. Led an organization family readiness program for a group of over 100 personnel; planned and executed numerous events that built cohesion and common understanding amongst the organization and family members. Utilized mental agility and sound judgment to help the organization solve complex problems and improve efficiency. Showed strong devotion to the U.S. Army Sexual Harassment and Assault Response Program and was recommended by Deputy Director to serve as the victim advocate for approximately 5,000 personnel. Oversaw inventory of hundreds of pieces of military equipment, valued at $100 million.
Cadet, U.S. Army
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
​Participated in Army ROTC through Drexel University during all four years of college, accounting for 8-15 hours of extracurricular commitment every week. Additional responsibilities included event planning, volunteering, and recruiting.
University Ambassador, University of the Sciences
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Responsibilities included giving campus tours to prospective students and families, as well as answering their questions and acknowledging and concerns.
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Intern, NASA Ames Research Center
Mountain View, California
Worked in the Human Systems Integration Division, assisting with various projects including developing a self-service medical care system for individuals on the future Mission to Mars. This internship was completed in coordination with the U.S. Army Cadet Command Internship Program.
Education
May 2024 - Present
April 2023 - June 2023
August 2014 - May 2018
West Virginia University
Morgantown, West Virginia
M.S. Integrated Marketing Communications
Current GPA: 3.66
Expected Completion Date: December 2025
Defense Information School
Fort Meade, Maryland
Public Affairs & Communication Strategy Qualification Course
GPA: 4.0
University of the Sciences in Philadelphia
​Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
B.S. Biomedical Sciences
Skills
Interpersonal
Attention to Detail
Creative Thinking
Decision Making
Flexibility
Interpersonal Skills
Integrity & Honesty
Oral Communication
Problem Solving
Reading Comprehension
Self-Management
Teaching Others
Teamwork
Technical Competence
Technology Application
Industry
Copy Editing
Event Planning
Journalism
Marketing Research
Personnel Management
Photography
Press Releases
Production Management
Social Media
Sports Marketing
Strategic Communication
Writing & Grammar
Videography
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Technical
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Lightroom
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Premiere Pro
AP Stylebook
Canva
iMovie
Microsoft Office
Videoleap