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Archelle Thelemaque

Archelle Thelemaque

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Corporate Communications at Apple 

  • Education

    • PR Council

      2020 -
      Agency Ready Certificate Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

      The Agency-Ready Certificate is a program facilitated by the PR Council (PRC),open to college students and recent graduates. With many PR firms canceling summer internship programs and pausing on hiring entry-level talent due to the impact of COVID-19, the PRC wants to get to know this critically important group and keep them engaged in and excited about pursuing careers in the industry.

    • Kennesaw Mountain High School

      2013 - 2017
      Alumni

      Activities and Societies: Student Government, National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, Beta Club, Newspaper Staff, Yearbook Staff

    • Boston University

      2017 - 2021
      Bachelor of Science - BS Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication Graduated Summa Cum Laude

      Activities and Societies: Undergraduate Student Government, Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground, WTBU, Posse Foundation, Scarlet Key Honor Society

  • Experience

    • Kennesaw Business Association

      Sept 2015 - May 2016
      Business Intern

      • Served as liaison between the president and fellow interns to appropriately execute the president's visions

    • Cobb EMC

      Sept 2016 - Dec 2016
      Community Relations Intern

      • Researched methods to improve a sister organization's overall organizational efficiency and performance via statistical analysis• Developed an internal program to offset the historically low retention rate for the sister organization and increase youth membership• Planned several events throughout the course of the semester including an annual meeting for over 5,000 people attending

    • Boston University

      Sept 2017 - May 2021

      • Oversaw executive board and staff operations by developing internal schedule, event planning, and hosting meetings for editorial, creative, marketing, and financial functions• Finalized selection of all written pieces, photos, videos, and layouts for print and online issue publication for two original issues annually with more than 300 copies distributed • Produced weekly radio talk show• Wrote concert and album reviews for website publication as part of the station's promotions team Undergraduate student in the College of Communication studying public relations and political science • Led a 10-member team• Leveraged a $5,000 budget to develop successful marketing and communications plans to increase online outreach. • Developed and implement communications plan to boost external engagement by 100 percent in less than six months on major social media platforms • Oversaw all of the organization's social media communication and created content for three major social media platforms (Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook) • Spearheaded the redevelopment of an on-campus club venue while managing ongoing programs in the space• Booked acts and performances • Coordinated print and social media publication • Spearhead development of a music-centered arts initiative that garnered high attendance throughout its pilot year• Facilitated difficult conversations regarding socio-cultural topics for more than 4,000 new and incoming students to the campus community • Drafted social media content to communicate with over 6,000 constituents across three major platforms (Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook) • Managed social media campaigns to promote events, advertise programs, and showcase organization achievements • Wrote engaging blog posts and features news stories for weekly publication

      • Editor-in-Chief @ Charcoal Magazine

        Sept 2019 - May 2021

      • Radio DJ @ WTBU

        Sept 2017 - May 2021

      • Student

        Sept 2017 - May 2021

      • Director of Communications @ Boston University Student Government

        Nov 2018 - May 2020

      • Director of Social Media @ Boston University Student Government

        May 2018 - Sept 2019

      • Venue Manager

        Oct 2018 - May 2019

      • Program Manager at Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground

        May 2018 - Sept 2018

      • Social Media Coordinator for College of Communication Student Assembly

        Sept 2017 - May 2018

      • Blog Writer/Features Reporter @ The Daily Free Press

        Sept 2017 - Apr 2018

    • The Daily Free Press

      Oct 2017 - Jan 2018
      Podcast Sound Editor/Reporter

      Wrote, produced, and edited weekly podcasts

    • Committee to Elect Josh Zakim

      Feb 2018 - May 2018
      Field Organizer

      • Maximized voter outreach by organizing phone banking events and canvassing drives, contacting 4,400 party delegates and constituents• Assisted candidates and surrogates at statewide events to lobby voters and inform them about the platform.

    • Boston University School of Law

      Sept 2018 - May 2020
      Office Assitant

      • Provide office administrative support including phone operation, scheduling, greeting visitors, and organizing the Dean's travel affairs

    • Fernbank Museum of Natural History

      Jun 2019 - Aug 2019
      Marketing and Public Relations Intern

      • Analyzed the organization's current marketing/PR tactics• Created and implemented plans to improve social media and online content• Initiated outreach with community partners regarding cross-promotion between similar attractions and events

    • PRLab at Boston University

      Sept 2019 - Jan 2020
      Account Executive

      •Designed and executed multi-pronged public relations plan with measurable results in less than three months•Revamped online and social media platforms to increase engagement and raise brand awareness •Performed client relations including weekly strategy meetings, correspondence, and project updates

    • T. Howard Foundation

      Jan 2020 - Apr 2021
      T. Howard Final Talent Pool

    • Racepoint Global

      Jan 2020 - Aug 2020
      Intern

      • Supported tech and health care accounts' media tactics by scanning coverage, drafting social content and writing blogs• Pitched and brainstormed unique ideas for clients by staying up-to-date with industry news and innovations • Managed phone and email operation at the front desk, providing customer and administrative services

    • Ketchum

      Jun 2020 - Apr 2021

      • Supported agency’s client services efforts for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina’s corporate communications division through PR tactics including media list building, blog/pitch writing, and media monitoring • Learned about the media landscape and how to best approach media• Learned about understanding our social style preferences and flexing toothers• Learned about how you determine if a campaign is successful, and if it isworth the risk• Learned about building great partnerships between clients and influencers

      • Health Services Intern

        Aug 2020 - Apr 2021

      • Summer Fellows Training Program

        Jun 2020 - Jul 2020

    • Empath worldwide

      Jul 2020 - Aug 2021
      Director of Media Relations (Volunteer Position)

    • Apple

      Aug 2021 - now

      Completed year-long rotational program within Apple's PR org, working across teams to support and lead PR activities and projects.

      • Public Relations Specialist, App Store

        Oct 2022 - now

      • Public Relations Specialist

        Aug 2021 - Oct 2022

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Leadership Excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award

      Boston University
      May 2021

    • Agency-Ready Certificate

      PR Council
      Aug 2020

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Archelle Thelemaque
      Dean's List 2020-2021 Boston University May 2021 Honor granted to students with a 3.8+ GPA at the conclusion of either the fall and spring semesters
    • Awarded to Archelle Thelemaque
      Leadership in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Excellence Award Boston University May 2021 The Leadership Excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award are given to College of Communication graduating seniors and graduate students who are outstanding leaders in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at Boston University, the College of Communication, and in the community.Award winners have demonstrated strong leadership work in the field of DEI as related to their major fields of study, professional activities and internships, in the classroom, or in their communities at… Show more The Leadership Excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award are given to College of Communication graduating seniors and graduate students who are outstanding leaders in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at Boston University, the College of Communication, and in the community.Award winners have demonstrated strong leadership work in the field of DEI as related to their major fields of study, professional activities and internships, in the classroom, or in their communities at large. Show less
    • Awarded to Archelle Thelemaque
      Student Commencement Speaker Boston University May 2021 Presented as the 148th Student Speaker during Boston University's 2021 Commencement ceremony
    • Awarded to Archelle Thelemaque
      Dean's List 2019-2020 Dean Jul 2020 Honor granted to students with a 3.8+ GPA at the conclusion of either the fall/spring semesters
    • Awarded to Archelle Thelemaque
      Dean's List 2018-2019 Boston University College of Communication May 2019 Honor granted to students with a 3.8+ GPA at the conclusion of either the fall/spring semesters
    • Awarded to Archelle Thelemaque
      Dean's List 2017-2018 Boston University College of Communication Jun 2018 Awarded to students within the College of Communication who maintain at least a 3.5 GPA during a full academic year
    • Awarded to Archelle Thelemaque
      AJC Cup Atlanta Journal Constitution May 2017 "An annual award given to a high school student in each participating metro Atlanta school selected by school administrators based on achievements, character, leadership and/or community involvement"
    • Awarded to Archelle Thelemaque
      Good Citizens Award Daughter of the American Revolution Feb 2017 Selected by teachers and peers, this "award recognizes and rewards individuals who possess the qualities of dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism in their homes, schools, and communities"
    • Awarded to Archelle Thelemaque
      Posse Foundation Full-Tution Scholarship The Posse Foundation Dec 2016 A competitive 4-year, full tuition scholarship award at Boston University granted on the merit of leadership and academic success in and out of the classroomOnly 6 percent of applicants receive the award
    • Awarded to Archelle Thelemaque
      Cobb EMC Foundation Scholarship Cobb EMC May 2016 One of 14 students awarded the scholarship from a pool of 215 applicants based on leadership and academic merit and community involvement

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Short-Term Volunteer

      Issued by MUST Ministries on Jul 2019
      MUST MinistriesAssociated with Archelle Thelemaque

    • Director of Media Relations

      Issued by empath worldwide on Jul 2020
      empath worldwideAssociated with Archelle Thelemaque

    • Volunteer

      Issued by First Year Student Outreach Experience on Aug 2017
      First Year Student Outreach ExperienceAssociated with Archelle Thelemaque