April Zieglar
Ft. Washington,MD
Summary
Multifaceted Mass Communication specialist with 6+ years experience in military and civilian settings. well versed in Newswriting, Photography, Photojournalism, videography, Digital media engagement and public relations. Hard work and efficiency lead to promotions and awards in all 3 military installations that were assigned.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificates
Work History
Content Editor/Digital Engagement Media Specialist
Navy Chief Of Information
Arlington , VA
08.2014 - 01.2017
- Official spokesperson for the Commander in outlining the installations position to the public at service and community meetings, having authority to disseminate factual information concerning the installation, its policies and programs.
- Responded to inquiries addressed to the Commander concerning pertinent Navy information and requests for participation in public affairs.
- Public Relations official contact - utilized all possible information media platforms, including social media platforms and personal contacts with local groups, in order to present Naval installation activities, achievements and information.
- Researched and developed new campaigns across multiple channels.
- Determined and supported keyword selection, audience targeting, audience retargeting and remarketing.
- Managed and edited all content on the "Navy TV" channel within Pentagon television programming.
- Maximized strategic approaches by keeping close eye on performance and making appropriate adjustments.
- Created content strategies for digital media.
Media Specialist
USS Harry S. Truman, USN
Norfolk, VA
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Provided appropriate public affairs guidance to naval expeditionary elements worldwide.
- Directed media coverage for special events, ceremonies, tours and other activities.
- Performed substantive editing for news and feature content, including editing and final proofreading of articles, photo captions and newsletter layout.
- Designed, revised and maintained the content of electronic media to include digital graphics, web content, video production and DVD authoring and interface designs.
- Formulated goals and objectives of the Communications Team and identified opportunities for improvements in methods and procedures. Anticipated needs, requirements, challenges, opportunities, and trends while ensuring new or revised communication efforts were integrated with current programs and priorities.
- Coordinated with command leadership to develop and identify items of interest, and fine-tuned and updated information based on feedback.
Public Affairs Representative
NAVSUPFAC Diego Garcia
Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory
08.2011 - 08.2012
- Monitored print and broadcast media for both positive and negative news coverage.
- Developed and edited layout, design and content for island-wide newsletter, to include articles, photos and graphics.
Education
BS - Business Management
Coastal Carolina University
Specialized DOD/DON Courses - Mass Communication
Defense Information School
Fort George G Meade, MD 02.2011 - 07.2011
Skills
Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign
Training and Development
Teamwork and Collaboration
Strategic planning
Microsoft Office Proficient
Copyediting
Advanced photography
Career Counseling
Community Engagement
Conflict Resolution
Partnership and Networking
Certification
Specialized DOD/DON Courses
Timeline
Content Editor/Digital Engagement Media Specialist
Navy Chief Of Information
08.2014 - 01.2017
Media Specialist
USS Harry S. Truman, USN
08.2012 - 08.2014
Public Affairs Representative
NAVSUPFAC Diego Garcia
08.2011 - 08.2012
Specialized DOD/DON Courses - Mass Communication
Defense Information School
02.2011 - 07.2011
BS - Business Management
Coastal Carolina University