Bailey Doyle
Public Relations
Chicago,IL
Summary
Media relations specialist with more than five years of experience driving brand visibility through high-impact press coverage and strategic communications. Skilled at managing media inquiries, building journalist relationships, and aligning messaging across departments. Proficient in Cision, Meltwater, and Muck Rack for monitoring, outreach, and reporting. Seeking to leverage agency and corporate experience in an in-house communications role.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Specialist, Media Relations
Walgreens
Chicago, IL
02.2025 - 10.2025
- Oversaw a press inbox managing 50+ weekly media inquiries, ensuring timely responses and accurate routing to support high-quality press engagement
- Contributed to monthly reports that informed communication strategies and aligned internal and external stakeholders
- Cultivated cross-department relationships to enhance media strategy and overall communications impact
Senior Account Executive
Havas Formula
Chicago, IL
05.2024 - 02.2025
- Consistently secured 10–15 high-impact media placements per client each month through effective client campaign execution that strengthened brand awareness and audience engagement
- Served as the primary client contact, driving clear communication and seamless strategy execution across all account initiatives
- Produced polished, client-ready communications supporting event launches and key strategic goals
- Managed intern program, delegating tasks, tracking timelines, and overseeing junior account deliverables
Account Executive
Havas Formula
Chicago, IL
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Secured 15–20 monthly media placements across national, trade, and local outlets, advancing client brand authority and market reach
- Coordinated media interviews, ensuring timely follow-up and seamless reporter communication
- Monitored industry headlines to identify trends and proactively uncover media opportunities aligned with client priorities
- Researched speaking engagements, awards, and competitor activity to inform strategic recommendations and enhance client visibility
Assistance Account Executive
Havas Formula
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Secured a minimum of five monthly media placements, enhancing client visibility and engagement
- Prepared detailed notes and external recaps from weekly client calls to guide communications strategy
- Coordinated media relations and client requests to ensure timely, efficient execution
- Maintained media coverage grids, delivering insights that informed quarterly reports and strategic planning
Assistant Account Executive
FleishmanHillard
Chicago, IL
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Produced weekly intelligence reports on social justice and supply chain issues, providing strategic insights and risk assessments for Fortune 500 client communications
- Conducted benchmarking analysis to evaluate client positioning and inform strategic recommendations
- Monitored media coverage and award recognitions, delivering actionable insights to internal teams and clients
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism and Mass Communication
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05.2019
Skills
- Core: Press Release Writing, Media Pitching, Crisis Communications, Campaign Management, Client Communication, Strategic Partnerships, Content Creation
- Tools: Microsoft Teams, Cision, Meltwater, Podchaser, TVEyes, Muck Rack
Timeline
Specialist, Media Relations
Walgreens
02.2025 - 10.2025
Senior Account Executive
Havas Formula
05.2024 - 02.2025
Account Executive
Havas Formula
03.2023 - 05.2024
Assistance Account Executive
Havas Formula
01.2022 - 03.2023
Assistant Account Executive
FleishmanHillard
01.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism and Mass Communication
University of Iowa