Brittni Spurlock
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Communications specialist with 9+ years of experience successfully managing projects for internal and external clients. Committed to thoughtful strategy and a creative approach with a passion for helping organizations achieve their goals. Repeatedly recognized for strong writing skills and collaborative approach to projects. Highly-organized with a proven track record of managing multiple projects while meeting challenging deadlines. Works well independently as well as on a team.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Consultant (Contract)
Texas Association of Counties
Atlanta, GA
06.2024 - Current
- Provide writing and consulting services.
- Write blog posts, magazine articles, newsletter copy, press releases and more.
- Copyedit print and digital materials,.
Communications Specialist
Texas Association of Counties
Austin, TX
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Enhanced brand visibility by developing and implementing strategic communication plans.
- Increased brand awareness through the creation of compelling content for website landing pages, blog posts, and email newsletters.
- Coordinated with creative and design teams to produce high-quality visuals for marketing materials.
- Innovated new approaches to storytelling by utilizing multimedia platforms such as video or podcasts.
- Revamped online and print materials in collaboration with graphic designers, photographers and printers.
Media Relations & Social Media Manager
Florida League Of Cities
Tallahassee, FL
02.2018 - 08.2022
- Managed media relations and social media for more than a dozen accounts.
- Established and implemented crisis communication protocols to effectively protect company and minimize negative impact on stakeholders.
- Wrote clear, concise press releases that generated significant media coverage and increased public awareness of key initiatives.
- Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to identify key messages and create compelling content for press releases and other materials.
- Increased media coverage for company announcements through targeted press release distribution.
Communications and Marketing Coordinator
Volunteer Florida
Tallahassee, FL
07.2017 - 02.2018
- Enhanced brand visibility by developing and implementing strategic marketing campaigns.
- Increased social media engagement through the creation of compelling content and regular posting schedules.
- Managed content creation for company website, blog, and newsletter, ensuring consistent messaging across all platforms.
- Utilized graphic design skills to create visually appealing marketing materials that effectively communicated key messages.
- Supported Cabinet affairs, including working with the Governor’s office and legislative contacts on press materials, meeting planning, event management, promotional plans and more.
Communications Assistant
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
06.2015 - 07.2017
- Managed and maintained the university's primary institutional-level social media accounts across platforms.
- Monitored media coverage and produced detailed reports for internal stakeholders.
- 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.
- Provided administrative support to university leadership and senior communications staff.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FLSkills
- Project Management
- Media Relations
- Public relations
- Crisis Communications
- Social Media Management
- Email Marketing
- Copyediting
- Organizational Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Content Development
- Strategy Development
- Associated Press Style
Accomplishments & Training
Employee of the Quarter – Volunteer Florida (Nov. 2017)
Media Training – Florida League of Cities (2018-2022)
Leadership Course Graduate – Florida League of Cities (2020-2021)
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Training – Florida League of Cities (2022)
Leadership Academy – Professional Development Academy (2024)
Timeline
Communications Consultant (Contract)
Texas Association of Counties
06.2024 - Current
Communications Specialist
Texas Association of Counties
02.2023 - 05.2024
Media Relations & Social Media Manager
Florida League Of Cities
02.2018 - 08.2022
Communications and Marketing Coordinator
Volunteer Florida
07.2017 - 02.2018
Communications Assistant
Florida State University
06.2015 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Florida State University