ADRIENNE WILLIAMS
Brooklyn
Summary
A highly skilled and results-driven communicator with over 10 years of experience in teaching, public relations, and advocacy. Demonstrated expertise in crafting impactful messaging, building relationships, and driving community engagement initiatives. Seeking to leverage my extensive background in communication to further develop my skills and contribute to meaningful advocacy and community outreach efforts.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Assistant
New York State Assembly
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with the Assembly Member to formulate and execute community outreach strategies that promote legislative goals and address constituent concerns
- Lead community organizing efforts, engaging residents in advocacy campaigns and mobilizing support for key policy initiatives
- Conduct thorough research and analysis on local and state policy issues, providing insights and recommendations to inform legislative priorities
- Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, advocacy groups, and government agencies to enhance resources and support for constituents
- Organize and facilitate community forums, town halls, and workshops to encourage public participation and gather feedback on legislative matters
- Develop communication strategies and materials to effectively disseminate information and updates to constituents, ensuring transparency and engagement
Teacher
Public School 221
09.2019 - Current
- Fostered an inclusive classroom environment where students from diverse backgrounds felt supported, encouraged, and empowered to engage in their education
- Partnered with families and local organizations to identify resources and opportunities that could help students succeed academically and personally
- Developed and ran field trips and service-learning opportunities to connect students to real-world issues and promote community involvement
- Led initiatives to raise awareness about local educational challenges and worked with community partners to improve access to resources for students in need
- Provided mentorship to students, helping them develop leadership skills and encouraging them to take part in school and community advocacy projects
- Actively communicated with parents, community leaders, and colleagues to ensure that students' needs were met and that families were involved in their education
Public Relations Coordinator
UWG
01.2017 - 07.2019
- Led high-impact campaigns for brands like Ford, Colgate, and Home Depot, generating over 20 million impressions each and securing 1+ billion impressions for SummerStage in 3 months
- Developed and pitched campaign concepts, driving new business and securing influencer partnerships for client events
- Managed onsite photography, media check-ins, and celebrity interviews at major events like Grammy and Oscar Week, ensuring brand compliance and maximizing media coverage
Intern
FPWA
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Helped establish the new campaign regarding criminal justice and social welfare policy
- Researched statistics and analyzed policy
- Coordinated meetings with affiliated members
- Managed front desk when needed
- Provided support for other campaigns
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
CUNY, Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Television and Radio
CUNY Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY05.2018
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Adobe Photoshop
- Final Cut Pro
- Cision
- Mac/PC
- Customer Service
- Classroom Management
- Tutoring
- Community Organizing
- Research
- Advocacy
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Pitching
- Public Speaking
- CRM
- Project Support
- Meeting support
- Event planning
- Online research
- Project coordination
- Schedule and calendar management
- Project management
- Conflict resolution
- Client interaction
- Relationship building
- Decision-making
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Certification - TESOL International Association.
Timeline
Special Assistant
New York State Assembly
08.2023 - Current
Teacher
Public School 221
09.2019 - Current
Public Relations Coordinator
UWG
01.2017 - 07.2019
Intern
FPWA
06.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Television and Radio
CUNY Brooklyn College
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
CUNY, Brooklyn College