Carla Palmer
Miami,USA
Summary
Communications professional with a strong background in media relations and healthcare communications. Proven track record in content creation and crisis communication, adept at managing high-pressure situations while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance audience engagement and strategic messaging.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
MEDIA RELATIONS COORDINATOR
Jackson Health System
Miami, USA
07.2025 - Current
- Coordinate media coverage and serve as a liaison between healthcare professionals and media outlets.
- Pitch and develop story ideas highlighting patient experiences and hospital initiatives.
- Conduct interviews with patients, physicians, and staff to create compelling content.
- Draft press releases, media advisories, and digital content.
- Collaborate with marketing and clinical teams for strategic messaging.
- Manage media requests and support crisis communications.
DUOPOLY ASSIGNMENT DESK EDITOR
NBCUniversal - Telemundo
Miramar, USA
02.2022 - 2025
- Oversaw breaking news coverage and direct teams.
- Collaborated with producers on story prioritization.
- Monitored trends for potential stories.
- Optimized digital content for web and social platforms.
- Coordinated editorial workflow for multiple news stations.
ASSIGNMENT DESK EDITOR / REPORTER
Americateve
Hialeah Gardens, USA
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Produced and reported live news segments, ensuring timely and accurate information delivery to audience.
- Edited scripts and video segments.
- Developed engaging story angles for Hispanic audience, enhancing cultural relevance and viewer connection.
- Organized special events and managed live coverage logistics, coordinating efforts for seamless execution.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - COMMUNICATION
Florida International University
Miami, FL12-2019
Skills
- Media relations
- Press release writing
- Crisis communication
- Content creation
- Event coordination
- Editorial decision-making
- Spanish
- English
Timeline
MEDIA RELATIONS COORDINATOR
Jackson Health System
07.2025 - Current
DUOPOLY ASSIGNMENT DESK EDITOR
NBCUniversal - Telemundo
02.2022 - 2025
ASSIGNMENT DESK EDITOR / REPORTER
Americateve
08.2019 - 02.2022
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - COMMUNICATION
Florida International University