Frances Ariele Gonzalez
U.S. Army Public Affairs Non-Commissioned Officer
Clarksville,TN
Summary
Experienced United States Army Non-Commissioned Officer and Public Affairs Specialist adept at crafting targeted messages to enhance public opinion or provide key information. Knowledgeable about conveying details in an accurate way and maintaining full compliance with military standards. Excited to leverage background in public relations to transition to rewarding civilian role.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Public Affairs Specialist
United States Army
Fort Campbell, KY
08.2020 - Current
- Served as the Public Affairs Detachment Operations Non-Commissioned Officer, supervising a team of eight to 10 Soldiers.
- Coordinated and supervised all public affairs missions and events for her team.
- Deployed as the only Public Affairs Non-Commissioned Officer to Syria during Operation Inherent Resolve in 2020-2021.
- Produced and distributed videos and other content for digital use.
- Prepared for public relations presentations and plans by gathering information on business objectives, vision, brand strategy, competition and industry trends.
- Engaged in professional networking to maintain strong relationships with communications and media professionals to drive partnerships and effective dissemination of mass communications.
- Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting brand image, and worked with news media to spread positions.
- Wrote speeches, press releases, media responses and public service announcements.
- Updated social media accounts and websites for the 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne).
Public Affairs Specialist
United States Army
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA
02.2017 - 07.2020
- Served as the Public Affairs Section Leader, supervising a team of six to nine Soldiers in Washington and Germany.
- Deployed as the supervisor of an eight-Soldier team to Germany, Poland, and Austria during Operation Atlantic Resolve in 2018-2019.
- Was one of the first Public Affairs Non-Commissioned Officers to deploy to the Southwest Border (Arizona and Texas) in 2018 in support of Operation Faithful Patriot.
- Coordinated and supervised all public affairs missions and events for her team.
- Wrote speeches, press releases, media responses and public service announcements.
- Updated social media accounts and websites for U.S. Army 1st Corps.
- Produced and distributed videos and other content for digital use.
- Prepared for public relations presentations and plans by gathering information on business objectives, vision, brand strategy, competition and industry trends.
- Responded to requests for information from media or designated appropriate spokesperson or information source.
- Oversaw professional social media messaging through content development, follower engagement, social listening, trend analysis and by leveraging competitor research.
Public Affairs Specialist
United States Army
Camp Casey, Dongducheon, South Korea
01.2016 - 02.2017
- Served as a Video Broadcaster and Radio DJ for the Armed Forces Network (AFN) in Camp Casey, South Korea.
- Updated social media accounts and websites for the Armed Forces Network in Camp Casey, South Korea.
- Produced and distributed videos and other content for digital use.
- Prepared for public relations presentations and plans by gathering information on business objectives, vision, brand strategy, competition and industry trends.
- Oversaw professional social media messaging through content development, follower engagement, social listening, trend analysis and by leveraging competitor research.
- Responded to requests for information from media or designated appropriate spokesperson or information source.
- Engaged in professional networking to maintain strong relationships with communications and media professionals to drive partnerships and effective dissemination of mass communications.
Supply Logistics Specialist
United States Army
Fort Drum, Watertown, NY
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Served as the only Supply Non-Commissioned Officer in Division Artillery's Logistics Office.
- Supported senior company leaders by delivering reports outlining performance to drive process improvements.
- Streamlined office operations using automation, oversaw client communications, managed record tracking and data communication activities.
- Oversaw every phase of supply chain, from purchase order to delivery to invoicing, targeting 100% end-user satisfaction.
Supply Logistics Specialist
United States Army
Rose Barracks, Vilseck, Germany
01.2012 - 06.2015
- Served as the Company Unit Supply Specialist for 140 personnel.
- Deployed to Afghanistan in 2013-2014 as the only unit supply specialist for entire company.
- Oversaw every phase of supply chain, from purchase order to delivery to invoicing, targeting 100% end-user satisfaction.
- Built long-term relationships due to prompt and courteous service.
- Supported senior company leaders by delivering reports outlining performance to drive process improvements.
- Streamlined office operations using automation, oversaw client communications, managed record tracking and data communication activities.
Education
Associate of Arts - Mass Communications
Far Eastern University
Manila, Philippines 06.2008 - 06.2010
High School Diploma -
St. Vincent High School Foundation
Tarlac, Philippines 06.2003 - 06.2005
High School Diploma -
Capital High School
Olympia, WA 09.2002 - 06.2003
Skills
MS Office
Timeline
Public Affairs Specialist
United States Army
08.2020 - Current
Public Affairs Specialist
United States Army
02.2017 - 07.2020
Public Affairs Specialist
United States Army
01.2016 - 02.2017
Supply Logistics Specialist
United States Army
01.2015 - 01.2016
Supply Logistics Specialist
United States Army
01.2012 - 06.2015
Associate of Arts - Mass Communications
Far Eastern University
06.2008 - 06.2010
High School Diploma -
St. Vincent High School Foundation
06.2003 - 06.2005
High School Diploma -
Capital High School
09.2002 - 06.2003
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