Keelyn Harkey
About Keelyn Harkey
Keelyn Harkey is a Marketing Intern currently working at GoCheck Kids and serving as a Graduate Assistant in Athletics Communications at Valdosta State University. She has a background in public relations and communications, with experience in various roles within the sports industry.
Current Role at GoCheck Kids
Keelyn Harkey serves as a Marketing Intern at GoCheck Kids, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is involved in various marketing initiatives aimed at promoting the company's services. Her responsibilities include assisting in the development of marketing materials and contributing to the overall marketing strategy.
Work at Valdosta State University
Keelyn Harkey has been working as an Athletics Communications Graduate Assistant at Valdosta State University since 2021. In this role, she manages publications for multiple sports teams, including women's soccer, men's basketball, softball, cheer, and dance. Her focus is on creating positive public images for athletes in the competitive sports industry.
Previous Experience in Sports Communications
Prior to her current roles, Keelyn Harkey gained experience in sports communications through various internships. She worked as a writer for the Big 12 Conference during the Big 12 Softball Championship and the Big 12 Women’s Basketball Tournament in 2021. Additionally, she served as an Athletics Communications Intern at the University of Oklahoma from 2020 to 2021.
Educational Background
Keelyn Harkey holds a Master's degree in Communication from Valdosta State University, which she completed from 2021 to 2023. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication from the University of Oklahoma, studying there from 2018 to 2021.
Early Career and Internships
Before her roles in sports communications, Keelyn Harkey worked as a CASP Teacher at COMMUNITY AFTER SCHOOL INC from 2019 to 2020. She also completed a Public Affairs Internship at the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City in 2020, where she gained valuable experience in public relations and communications.