Communications and Public Relations professional with experience in developing and executing communications tactics to increase brand awareness, media engagement and coverage, and relationship building.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Information and Public Relations
Rhode Island Department of Housing
2023.10 - Current
Central hub for information dissemination and public relations within the Department of Housing.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building relationships with media and community organizations to collaborate closely and develop thorough technical and professional content for public dissemination.
Coordinate, create, and adapt diverse content for media outlets, ensuring timely and informative communication with the public and interested stakeholder groups.
Follow news trends and coverage of the Department of Housing to help strategize the release of statements and information.
Create a communications plan for the Department of Housing.
Work with the policy team to effectively communicate policy work with the press and the public in advance of policy initiatives launching and concluding.
Development Coordinator/Program and Project Manager
Best Buddies of Massachusetts and Rhode Island
2022.11 - 2023.10
Supported all fundraising and development endeavors, which encompassed assisting with fundraising campaigns and events that brought in over $1 million, managing our donor database, coordinating events, engaging stakeholders, and fostering collaborations.
Created and executed communications plans, including social media strategies, organization style and accessibility guide, newsletter templates and content, and stakeholder engagement strategies.
Researched, proposed, and monitored grant opportunities while maintaining precise records and analytical reports.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology And Public And Professional Writing
Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI
05.2022
Skills
Social Media Proficiency
Reputation Management
Public Relations
Branding
Strategic planning
Scheduling
Microsoft Office
Organizational Skills
Microsoft Office Programs
Project and Program Management
Research and Analysis
Strong Oral and Written Communication Skills
Volunteer Work And Leadership
Rhode Island Foundation Emerging Leaders Program- Participant of a selective initiative aimed at developing young professionals into leaders through workshops, seminars, and mentorship to provide insights into organization management, civic engagement, public policy, and community development.
Camp Casco - Young Professionals Board Chair
Roger Williams University - Rotaract Club President, Peer Pals Club President, Orientation Leader, Colleges Against Cancer Secretary and Social Media Chair, Foundation International Medical Relief of Children General Member
Timeline
Chief of Information and Public Relations
Rhode Island Department of Housing
2023.10 - Current
Development Coordinator/Program and Project Manager
Best Buddies of Massachusetts and Rhode Island
2022.11 - 2023.10
Bachelor of Arts - Biology And Public And Professional Writing
Roger Williams University
Similar Profiles
LESLIE LAJARALESLIE LAJARA
Rhode Island Housing Customer Service Reprentative at RHode Island HousingRhode Island Housing Customer Service Reprentative at RHode Island Housing
Coordinator/ Principal E & T Interviewer at State of Rhode Island Department of Labor & TrainingCoordinator/ Principal E & T Interviewer at State of Rhode Island Department of Labor & Training
Sr. Human Services Policy and Systems Specialist at Rhode Island Department Of HealthSr. Human Services Policy and Systems Specialist at Rhode Island Department Of Health