Sophia DePhillips
Wilmington
Summary
May 2026 graduate from UNCW Wilmington's Honors College with a major in Communication Studies and dual minors in Journalism and Political Science. An emerging journalist with experience written and multi-media formats covering news, opinion, features, and reviews. Thrives in fast-paced environments; a quick and eager learner who is ready to take on the newsroom.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Receptionist
UNC Wilmington
Wilmington, NC
09.2025 - Current
- Contributed to a front office serving 3,500+ students per semester as part of the Center for Academic Advising at UNCW
- Managed a front desk that supported approximately 200+ advising appointments per week, ensuring smooth and timely check-ins
- Maintained accurate student records and appointment logs using university databases and scheduling platforms
- Supported daily office operations and special projects in a fast-paced, student-centered environment
- Collaborated with a professional advising team to ensure smooth daily office operations
- Supported a team of 25+ academic advisors by managing front desk operations and administrative tasks
Lead Bookseller
Let's Play Books Co.
Allentown, PA
09.2021 - 01.2026
- Trained new staff on daily business procedures
- Collaborated on the creation of store communications, event promotion, and social media content creation using Google Workspace and Canva
- Maintained a collaborative work environment
- Managed the opening of a new shop location and then the merging of two storefronts
- Assisted in the changing of branding from Let's Play Books, to The End: A Bookstore, a Let's Play Books Company
- Processed incoming inventory, fulfilled customer orders, and placed product daily
- Assisted in the production of store procedure and adapting in a rapidly changing industry
Social Media and Communication Intern
Learning Undefeated
Remote
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Researched scholarships and used Microsoft Office Suite systems to organize the scholarship information
- Observed, interacted with, and interviewed students taking part in the programming during a five day in-person camp in Largo, MD
- Gained experience with platforms such as Slack and Dropbox
- Wrote feature profiles on guest speakers for the program
- Gathered content for social media use
Intern for Meriam Sabih's State Rep. Campaign
Meriam Sabih for State Representative
Macungie, PA
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Collected and organized voter data for Pennsylvania's 131 Legislative District, a constituency of upwards of 64,000 people
- Researched and recommended possible marketing and outreach campaigns
- Made event promotions using Canva
- Interacted with constituents via phone banking in order to strengthen voter relationships
- Documented constituent responses
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Student Fellow
UNC Wilmington
Wilmington, NC
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with student organizations to further promote equity on a campus with nearly 19,000 students
- Created content using Adobe Creative Suite
- Was the first of two students to be a DEI Student Fellow. resulting in partnering with faculty to define and spearhead the position
- Navigated and adapted to the changing DEI landscape within the UNC school system, which is made up of 17 universities across the state of North Carolina
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC05-2026
High School Diploma -
Emmaus High School
Emmaus, PA06-2022
Skills
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Slack, Dropbox, and Canva
- Writing and Editing Utilizing AP Style
- Adaptability
- Interviewing Skill
- Deadline and Schedule Management
- Independent Work Ethic
Timeline
Receptionist
UNC Wilmington
09.2025 - Current
Social Media and Communication Intern
Learning Undefeated
05.2025 - 08.2025
Intern for Meriam Sabih's State Rep. Campaign
Meriam Sabih for State Representative
06.2024 - 10.2024
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Student Fellow
UNC Wilmington
03.2023 - 05.2024
Lead Bookseller
Let's Play Books Co.
09.2021 - 01.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
University of North Carolina Wilmington
High School Diploma -
Emmaus High School