Miranda Koch

706 W 26th Street Apt. 75 II Cedar Falls, Iowa II kochmaa@uni.edu II (319) 560-2130

SUMMARY
Motivated, positive, and enthusiastic individual seeking to obtain an internship in the public relations field of music and
entertainment. Public relations education background includes business, communications, and journalism. Skilled in building
relationships and keeping a high work ethic. Student who truly appreciates music and is eager to continue learning about the
business of music.

EDUCATION
University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA
Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations, December 2017
Minor in Leisure, Youth, & Human Services
Distinguished Scholars Award

EXPERIENCE
Prestige Dance Studio, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Instructor and Company Choreographer August 2013-Present
Implement leadership qualities
National Choreography Award
Select & cut music for dance routines
Build relationships with students ages 4-18, as well as their family members

University Book and Supply, Cedar Falls, Iowa

Textbooks Department June 2015-Present
Developed strong customer service skills
Professionally communicate with customers via phone, email, and face-to-face
Enhanced leadership and problem solving skills
Recognized for consistent positivity & strong work ethic

Professional Readiness Program, Cedar Falls, IA

University of Northern Iowa College of Business Administration 2014-2015
Completed levels 1000 & 2000
Developed communication, leadership, professional writing, presentation, improvisation, and problem solving skills through
workshops taught by business professionals

HANDPICKED Artist Series, Cedar Falls, IA

Marketing Student Intern Summer 2016
Researched upcoming artists & popular trends in music
Developed survey to send to local community for music interest feedback
Ran social media accounts
Planned marketing strategies to improve ticket sales for upcoming year
Planned & coordinated tasks to be done with other HANDPICKED members

ACTIVITIES & LEADERSHIP

Prairie Dance Team, 2-year captain, 2012-2013 National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Volunteer, 2015-
Relay for Life, Volunteer, June 2009-June 2013 current
Dance Marathon, Volunteer, March 2015 Prestige Dance Studio Company Choreographer, Leader,
2013-current
SKILLS
Reliable, optimistic, & personable Adaptability
Leadership Organization
Communication Time Management
Relationship building Basic Microsoft & Excel skills

WORKPLACE VALUES
Positivity Dependability Loyalty Motivation Professionalism Cooperation Commitment Appreciation

REFERENCES
Rachel Proffitt Jess Novotny
Manager Owner
University Book & Supply Prestige Dance Studio
1009 W 23rd Street 5005 Blairs Forest Lane NE Suite D
Cedar Falls, IA 50613 Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
rachel@panthersupply.com prestigedancestudiocr@gmail.com
(319) 540-3604 (563) 543-8414