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Amanda DeSarno: From Communications to The Clio Awards
Amanda DeSarno ’26 has always been drawn to the way stories, brands, and media connect people. As a BA in Communications student at Dyson College, she explored that passion through courses in electronic media, sports media, and hands-on internship experience in New York City. After working with SpoiledChild on a launch and collaboration with fashion designer Jeremy Scott, DeSarno discovered the kind of fast-moving, creative environment where she could thrive. Now, she is beginning her career as a client relations coordinator with The Clio Awards, supporting creative excellence in advertising, marketing, and communications.
Amanda DeSarno ’26
Next step: Client relations coordinator, The Clio Awards
What drew you to communications?
I enjoy connecting with and working with people. Growing up, I was always interested in the entertainment and marketing industries, especially the ways companies connect and communicate with audiences through branding, media, and advertising. That interest naturally led me to study communications.
Which Pace experiences helped shape your path?
Several Media, Communications, and Visual Arts courses stood out, including Writing for the Electronic Media, which helped me develop storytelling skills and create engaging content for television, and Sports Media, which connected my interest in sports with the way broadcasters engage fans in real time. My internship course was especially memorable. Through my role with SpoiledChild in SoHo, I discovered what I wanted to do: work hands-on with a team, support a launch and collaboration with fashion designer Jeremy Scott, and be part of a major event.
What are your post-graduation plans?
I will be working as client relations coordinator for The Clio Awards, an international awards program recognizing innovation and creative excellence in advertising, marketing, and communications. In my role, I will support award entry submissions, advise on categories for agencies and brands, review creative assets, oversee administration, and attend Clio Awards events. I am thrilled and eager to get started.
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