Amy Kerrigan
Minster
Summary
Communications professional with robust experience in managing internal and external communications. Skilled in crafting compelling messages, media relations, and digital content creation. Strong focus on team collaboration and consistently achieving results. Reliable and adaptable, excelling in dynamic environments and meeting changing needs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Specialist
Shelby/Champaign County Board of DD
02.2021 - 11.2024
- Copyedited, proofread and revised Board advertisements, print materials and press releases before dispersal.
- Collaborated with journalism and marketing teams to compile information and align company messaging.
- Wrote clear, concise press releases that generated significant media coverage and increased public awareness of key initiatives.
- Prepared or edited organizational publications such as email newsletters or reports for internal or external audiences.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create cohesive messaging for promotional materials and events.
- Ensured consistent brand messaging across all external communications channels, leading to a strong brand identity.
- Created social media content across multiple platforms according to content calendars and promotion schedules.
- Took photographs and videos during special events for promotional materials and social media pages.
- Maintained Board websites using content management systems and associated plugins.
- Boosted website traffic with search engine optimization techniques, improving overall online presence.
- Led organization's rebranding efforts, refreshing Board image to reflect current values.
- Increased brand visibility with strategic social media campaigns.
Retail Associate
Topsy Turvy Toys
08.2008 - 02.2021
- Maintained a clean and welcoming store environment to enhance the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Managed inventory effectively, ensuring proper stock levels and timely replenishment of merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, maintaining balanced registers and reducing discrepancies during shift changes.
- Participated in seasonal inventory counts, contributing to accurate record-keeping and optimal inventory management practices.
- Assisted with inventory selection and creation of purchase orders.
- Provided excellent customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues swiftly.
- Assisted in the training of new associates to ensure they quickly became knowledgeable about products and policies.
- Updated website and social media content for advertising promotions and featured products.
- Contributed to visual merchandising efforts, creating eye-catching displays that showcased featured products effectively.
- Gift wrapped items purchased by customers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Language Arts Education
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH12-2002
Skills
- Internal communications
- Social media management
- Email marketing
- Press release writing
- Proofreading
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Customer service
- Brand messaging
- Web content creation
- Adobe systems creative cloud
Timeline
Communications Specialist
Shelby/Champaign County Board of DD
02.2021 - 11.2024
Retail Associate
Topsy Turvy Toys
08.2008 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Language Arts Education
Bowling Green State University
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