Yiota Konstas
Journalist + PR & Marketing Specialist
LATEST PROJECTS
FALLON PR
Here is a collection of work I did during my time working as Fallon Ryan's intern, a publicist in Chicago. I worked alongside her for various companies such as Lola and The Boys, sending fun clothing for children to clients such as Jessica Alba, Kim Kardashian, and Khloe Kardashian. Josh Kercher x Amsale pop up shop in River North, as well as their first fashion show as a collaboration for mens custom tailoring and luxury bridal wear. Janet Mandell Showroom (ByFashionaholic) x Vital Proteins fashion show, gathered influencers such as Olivia Culpo, Morgan Stewart, and Shea Marie to attend to promote Vital Proteins collagen water. Ran the Instagram account for lab diamond jewelry brand HauteCarat, posting daily content. Along with other work that I did, I learned how to create press releases, have meetings to discuss pitches to collaborate with other brands, as well as pitching to magazines, and making sure clients needs were met.
Modern Luxury
Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman on the cover of Michigan Ave Magazine to promote their book The Greatest Love Story Ever Told
Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of Michigan Avenue Magazine with singer/actor Daren Criss on the cover.
During my time at Modern Luxury, I controlled and created content for all 7 accounts via Instagram and Facebook. Every event that was held, stories were created for social media to recap and properly credit those involved, as well as scene write ups and name captions while greeting guests. Implemented creativity and creating social media campaigns with clients.
Annual bridal scavenger hunt event for new brides to be and their families, in the Gold Coast neighborhood. Worked with Vera Wang, Bittersweet, Platinum Events, and more.
Simon G. Jewelry x Julianna Zobrist
Another event I worked at was for Simon G. Jewelry and Julianna Zobrist dinner at the Hotel EMC2 downtown. The event showcased jewelry from their beautiful line and their commitment to style, as Julianna met fans and spoke about her new book, "Pull it Off"
Jim Gaffigan meets
Tao Chicago
Here is an Instagram story that I created through my internship at Modern Luxury. We hosted comedian Jim Gaffigan at the Mayne Stage in Edgewater for a comedy show for alumni of Georgetown Univeristy and the after party later that night at Tao during their opening week.
Erickson Dermo
In this story for my internship I visited a dermatology office to show our clients the newest laser treatment to repair skin damage at Erickson Dermatology.
RedEye Story
Six06 Cafe and Bar is a piece I wrote shortly after it opened. Tried various foods, drinks, and enjoyed the company of others. In my journalism class I wanted to showcase the top places to try this past summer.
This article was the first journalistic piece of mine to be published for the RedEye Chicago newspaper.
I wrote a business lede about 2 girls who work at their family business in the south side of Chicago. Their business is the last standing meatpacking in the back of the yards.