Delise Wyrick
Inglewood,CA
Summary
Well-versed and committed Public Relations and Community Liaison with over 15 years in public affairs, communications, outreach, and community-facing roles. An expert in building strong partnerships with stake holders, community based leaders, businesses, and organizations, and strong relationships and trust with the public through outreach and education.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Affairs Assistant / Event Program Manager
Long Beach Utilities
Long Beach, CA
10.2021 - Current
- Assisted in the development of press releases, advertisements, and other public relations and community awareness materials, and promotions for programs and events.
- Program manager for Long Beach Utilities Community Engagement Team.
- Developed detailed event plans and timelines to ensure successful execution of events.
- Developed and implemented community outreach strategies to increase awareness of programs and services.
- Attended networking events and served as an ambassador for organization's mission and vision.
- Promoted collaboration among various government agencies involved in community development projects.
- Planned and managed community meetings, public forums, and outreach events.
- Supervised 50+ event staff members focused on cementing connections in area to promote organizational goals.
- Provided hands-on and proactive leadership to community services staff to ensure effective communication of key messages.
Public Information Officer (Interim)
Long Beach Utilities
Long Beach, CA
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed and maintained relationships with media outlets to increase public awareness of department initiatives.
- Monitored social media platforms for relevant conversations concerning the organization's brand or mission statement.
- Assisted in developing campaigns that raised awareness around key topics and issues.
- Oversaw daily communications and emergency response.
- Wrote, edited and reviewed various media content, press releases, key messaging, speeches, and talking points.
- Gave presentations and spoke publicly at interviews, conferences and company events.
Public Affairs Specialist
Orange County District Attorney's Office
Santa Ana, CA
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Prepared talking points and speeches for executive staff members in advance of appearances before government agencies, the public, or other organizations.
- Responded to inquiries from the media and public via email or phone regarding organizational policies or procedures.
- Conducted media outreach activities such as press conferences and interviews with print, broadcast, and online outlets.
Animal Safety Monitor
Movie Animals Protected
Los Angeles, CA
09.2017 - 07.2019
- Served as public representative ensuring the welfare and safety of animals on set.
- Collaborated with production teams to ensure proper animal care and treatment in accordance with industry standards and regulations.
- Created reports accurately documenting actions of animals on set and detailing any incidents or developments.
Public Information Officer
Los Angeles County
Los Angeles, CA
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Developed and maintained relationships with media outlets to increase public awareness of department initiatives.
- Created press releases, newsletters, brochures, and other promotional materials for events and programs.
- Assisted in developing relevant community campaigns.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws related to public communications efforts.
- Facilitated effective communication between the county and its constituents.
Public & Community Relations Manager
Barnes & Noble
Long Beach, CA
12.2013 - 05.2017
- Led public and community relations efforts at Barnes and Noble, overseeing communication strategies, event coordination, and marketing campaigns.
- Coordinated outreach to corporations, institutions, schools, nonprofit agencies and literary organizations.
- Monitored and analyzed educational trends.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
California State University Dominguez Hills
Carson, CAMBA - International Business
University of Phoenix
Gardena, CAMaster of Arts - Educational Studies
University of Phoenix
Gardena, CASkills
- Public Relations
- Event Coordination, Planning, and Management
- Staff Management
- Scheduling
- Community Outreach & Engagement
- Public Speaking
- Public Engagement
- Communications Management
- Press Release Writing
- Project Management
- Marketing and Promotions
- Community Relations Management
- Training & Mentoring
Timeline
Public Information Officer (Interim)
Long Beach Utilities
07.2023 - 05.2024
Public Affairs Assistant / Event Program Manager
Long Beach Utilities
10.2021 - Current
Public Affairs Specialist
Orange County District Attorney's Office
07.2019 - 11.2019
Animal Safety Monitor
Movie Animals Protected
09.2017 - 07.2019
Public Information Officer
Los Angeles County
02.2017 - 06.2017
Public & Community Relations Manager
Barnes & Noble
12.2013 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
California State University Dominguez Hills
MBA - International Business
University of Phoenix
Master of Arts - Educational Studies
University of Phoenix
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