Resume
Olivia Samkavitz · Tallahassee, Florida
Education
Florida State University
Bachelor of Science, Communications and International Affairs, Concentration in Italian
Tallahassee, FL
Expected May 2028
Experience
Florida State International Programs
International Programs Ambassador Director
Tallahassee, FL
February 2026 – Present
- Supervise and mentor a team of 20+ student ambassadors while coordinating campus presentations and outreach.
- Coordinate communication between ambassadors and full-time staff to improve team operations.
- Promote FSU’s nationally ranked study abroad programs through campus engagement and recruitment.
Florida State International Programs
International Programs Ambassador
Tallahassee, FL
September 2025 – February 2026
- Delivered presentations across campus to promote study abroad opportunities and engage prospective students.
- Provided peer advising on program selection, logistics and studying abroad.
AKNVAS · New York Fashion Week
Production, Communications & Logistics Intern
New York City, NY
September 2026
- Coordinated PR and influencer outreach for the after-party, communicating with agencies and influencers to secure event attendance.
- Produced key show materials, including credit sheets and after-party invitations, ensuring accurate, on-brand communications.
- Managed casting logistics, confirming model bookings and fittings while assisting the head designer with runway lineup prep.
Florida State Center for Hispanic Marketing Communication
Outreach Coordinator Intern
Tallahassee, FL
July 2026 – Present
- Research and maintain alumni, donor and sponsor databases to support outreach and fundraising efforts.
- Collaborate with the CHMC Advisory Board to plan the annual CHMC Gala and strengthen alumni engagement.
Event Outfitters
Social Media Intern
Tampa, FL
January 2026 – May 2026
- Created weekly social media posts to maintain a consistent brand presence for Event Outfitters.
- Developed the interactive “Merch Madness” campaign to boost brand awareness and follower engagement.
Florida State University
FSU Shadow Participant with ESPN
Tallahassee, FL
May 2026
- Shadowed ESPN’s marketing team and took part in a panel discussion with directors across sports media, gaining insight into marketing, communications and career paths in the industry.
Florida State University Florence
Social Media Content Creator
Florence, Italy
January 2025 – May 2025
- Created content for FSU Florence’s Instagram account (7,000+ followers) to promote programs and student engagement.
- Applied social media marketing, photography and video editing skills to create branded content and increase audience engagement.
Leadership
Florida State University Panhellenic Association
Director of Visual Media
Tallahassee, FL
January 2026 – Present
- Capture photo and video content and create social media posts to promote Panhellenic events and initiatives.
- Collaborate with the Vice President of Public Relations and assist the Vice President of Programming with event execution.
Florida State Center for Global Engagement
Global Noles Mentor
Tallahassee, FL
June 2026 – Present
- Mentor international exchange students to support their academic and social adjustment to Florida State University.
Morgan’s Message Club at Florida State
President
Tallahassee, FL
November 2025 – Present
- Founded FSU’s Morgan’s Message chapter to promote student-athlete mental health.
- Plan meetings, organize programming and collaborate with campus organizations to increase member engagement.
Social Spear Club at Florida State
Event Coordinator
Tallahassee, FL
June 2026 – Present
- Coordinate club meetings and communicate with professors and guest speakers.
- Manage meeting schedules, logistics and event planning details.
Memberships
Phi Mu, Alpha Epsilon Sorority
September 2025 – Present
The Florida State Advertising Club
January 2026 – Present
Florida State Women’s Lacrosse Club
September 2025
Awards
FSU International Programs Spring Video Contest Winner
May 2025
Jeffrey and Cathy Hewlett Endowed Fund for Student Excellence Recipient
September 2025
Skills
Adobe Illustrator · Canva · Photoshop · Photography · Branding & Visual Identity · Event Planning · Social Media Management
Languages: Italian (conversational)
