Sophia Mercurio

Public Relations Intern @Akron Marathon Charitable Corporation

Akron, OH, US

In my public relations internship at the Akron Marathon Charitable Corporation, I play a pivotal role as the public relations liaison between race participants, sponsors, and journalists. I serve as the primary point of contact for all media inquiries, crafting press releases, media advisories, and updating race announcements. Utilizing the Meltwater public relations platform, I efficiently distribute PR materials, maintain media contact lists, and generate comprehensive reports. Additionally, I curate participant stories and successfully pitch them to local journalists. During race event weekends, I manage media credentials, ensuring smooth operations throughout.

University of South Carolina

Bachelor's degree, Public Relations and Business Administration