Hello, I am Amanda Marie Cannizzaro.

I am a very motivated student getting a degree in public relations at Kennesaw State University. With over 5 years of social media marketing expertise and 2 years of photography experience, I am confident in my abilities to advance in the field. I am a driven individual, and I strive to use my experiences to build a successful future. I cherish real-world scenarios and strive to gain the most experience possible. I am very goal-oriented and want to continue studying as I grow older.

Education

  • Kennesaw State University - August 2022 - Present

  • West Forsyth Highschool - August 2018 - May 2022

Skills

  • Assisted in the creation of a mental health awareness club (Whisper) on Kennesaw State University's campus.

  • Chief marketing officer.

  • Help build a marketing text system for Whisper.

  • Created social media platforms to create awareness of the mental health epidemic that surrounds Kennesaw State University's campus.

  • Planned events on Kennesaw State University's campus

  • Volunteered at mental health awareness events.

My Timeline

December 2022 - Present

Freelance Photographer

  • Scheduled and collaborated with clients to make their visuals a reality.

  • Managed all aspects of a photoshoot including location, props, lighting, and editing.

  • Successfully edit photos in a timely fashion.

November 2023 - January 2025

My Forsyth Magazine

  • Social Media Content Creator and Photographer

  • Created social media platform for a new restaurant to increase sales.

  • Designed ads and strategies to create a brand goal.

  • Strategized ways to increase follower count, engagement rates, and overall reach of social media accounts.

  • Utilized analytics tools to track performance of posts and adjust strategies accordingly.

August 2020 - December 2024

Wheezy’s A Learning Express Store

  • Store Manager and Social Media Manager

  • Oversaw all social media platforms and created brand identity.

  • Collaborated with nearby businesses with marketing plans for mutual gain.

  • Tracked inventory and picked new products to be sold within the store.

  • Created merchandising strategies to create eye-catching displays inside the store.