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Amy Parker Blake

Summary

I am a strategic communication leader with marketing and communications experience in agency, corporate (B2C and B2B), and non-profit organizations. I'm passionate about helping companies craft powerful narratives and build influential reputations. As a former television producer and journalist, I've spent most of my career working on messaging, from humanizing complex storylines to quippy social copy in 140 characters or less. When I'm not buzz-wording, I also work as a voice actor and occasional DJ.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Director, Marketing & Communications

First Orion
North Little Rock, AR
08.2022 - 10.2023

Over the seven years I worked at First Orion, I was instrumental in shaping the company's voice and messaging, positioning us as a thought leader in the global marketplace. I led a team of specialists managing content, social media, event management, public relations, and analyst relations, influencing both internal and external marketing and communication efforts.

In addition, I served as the company's spokesperson, moderating speaking events and webinars, providing the official company voice over, and acting as a media ambassador.

Team Leader, Corporate Communications

First Orion
North Little Rock, AR
09.2021 - 08.2022

I led a team responsible for internal communications, event presentations, and corporate messaging, ensuring the message was consistent and impactful across all channels. Through my strategic leadership, I helped launch and elevate our corporate communication efforts, increasing engagement and building brand reputation across all channels.

Senior Communications Manager

First Orion
Little Rock, AR
08.2019 - 09.2021

I managed all aspects of our communications strategy, including public relations, content marketing, social media, and events. This involved developing a cohesive strategy that integrated all channels and effectively communicated our brand story to the world.

Social Media and Digital Content Manager

First Orion
Little Rock, AR
08.2016 - 08.2019

I produced engaging marketing and social content as the social and content manager, establishing and managing corporate social channels. In this role, I leveraged my writing and creative skills to craft compelling copy, blog posts, videos, eBooks, and infographics to drive engagement and increase brand awareness.

Voice Actor & Sole Proprietor

APB Productions
Little Rock, AR
05.2009 - Current

I manage a contract business for voice over, content production, influencer marketing, and broadcast media. Under this, my experience includes:

  • 10+ years of commercial voice acting experience, with clients including Cato, DSW, Poshmark, and Amazon
  • 7+ years of radio hosting and production
  • 8 years of content creation, blogging, and influencer marketing
  • 3+ years of DJing & Music Production

Social Media Content Manager

Stone Ward
Little Rock, AR
03.2014 - 06.2016

I was the social media lead for strategy, content, and community management. I wrote monthly calendars, posted, monitored, and responded to customers for six clients and worked with brand managers and clients to create promotional material for additional accounts as needed.

Story Editor

The New Media Consortium
Austin, TX
02.2011 - 12.2015

As Story Editor, I took NMC research and broke it down into digestible media pieces for the masses through video, animation, and the occasional song. Together, we made over 100 videos about educational technology and its impact on schools and universities today.

Entertainment Reporter

Fox 16 CW Arkansas
Little Rock, AR
07.2006 - 03.2009

I served as host of three daily shows and the public face of CW Arkansas. Along with writing, producing, and editing daily web content, I promoted the station through in-person and social channels and represented the company in the community. I also worked with the sales team to develop custom ad content for clients.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Harding University
Searcy, AR
01.2006

Skills

  • Corporate Communications
  • Brand Messaging & Reputation
  • Content Development
  • Public and Media Relations
  • Presentation Development & Public Speaking
  • Adobe Creative Suite

Certification

Strategic Public Relations Certificate

09/2022

University of Toronto - Toronto, ON, Canada

Timeline

Associate Director, Marketing & Communications

First Orion
08.2022 - 10.2023

Team Leader, Corporate Communications

First Orion
09.2021 - 08.2022

Senior Communications Manager

First Orion
08.2019 - 09.2021

Social Media and Digital Content Manager

First Orion
08.2016 - 08.2019

Social Media Content Manager

Stone Ward
03.2014 - 06.2016

Story Editor

The New Media Consortium
02.2011 - 12.2015

Voice Actor & Sole Proprietor

APB Productions
05.2009 - Current

Entertainment Reporter

Fox 16 CW Arkansas
07.2006 - 03.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Harding University
Amy Parker Blake