Marsellis
Sydney Elizabeth
Public Relations. Social Media. Writing. Events.
479.957.0677 | SydneyMarsellis@gmail.com
Writing & Design
Magazine Articles
Infographics & Fliers
Newsletters
Press Releases
Campaign Analysis
Video & Audio Editing
Event Coordination & Social Media




Missouri Southern Theatre
As House Manager of the Theatre, I developed a social media campaign which increased attendance to record levels. I pioneered an innovative publicity campaign for Shakespeare Fesitval and fundraising campaign that achieved best-ever results.
I was in charge of event operations. My objective was to coordinate the box office with stage managers that were behind the scenes, while solving any audience or ticket issues. I also planned and executed receptions and trained event staff by inspiring them to be a part of the magic of the theatre.




PRSSA Events
After three years of involvement of PRSSA, I have been a part of numerous promotional campaigns including a Soles4Souls drive, collecting shoes for children in Haiti, to hosting fundraisers for the organization.
During my membership, I was involved in leadership roles as secretary, vice president, and eventually president my senior year. As president, I increased our organization numbers by 36 percent and developed a course to be incorporated into university curriculum that collaborates with PRSSA initiatives. I also coordinated workshops and professional development events for members to strengthen morale and improve membership skills. I led meetings and developed course curriculum.




University Campaigns
I have managed hospitality and special event activities for the Missouri Foundation including the university president’s hospitality socials for donors at sports events and developed meeting materials for the board of governors and foundation employees.
As assistant editor for the alumni magazine, I coordinated with the alumni association, university foundation, and magazine staff to construct a consistent and appropriate message for each issue of the magazine. I volunteered to write and design a newsletter for two years for Project Stay, a program on campus to help foster their mission through internal communication.
I have also collaborated with university leadership to design media kits and special event materials. I was also asked to promote the university's Lion Pride In-State Tuition Initiative with online advertisements and billboards as the spokesperson for the campaign.