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Erin DeMerritt

Concord,CA

Summary

Strategic communications professional with a passion for leveraging digital and traditional media to drive impactful messaging. Fluent in the language of social media, consistently delivering compelling content across social platforms to engage and inform diverse audiences.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Public Information Officer II

Bay Area Air Quality Management District
San Francisco, CA
08.2024 - Current

Manages all agency social accounts with 60,000 followers over 11 platforms, including X, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Nextdoor; grew total social following by 12%.

Launched the agency’s first TikTok account, developing a tailored content and paid strategy that aligned with both the platform's unique audience and the brand voice.

Implemented inaugural influencer campaign, boosting audience growth by 3% and attaining a 4.8% average engagement rate.

Calmly responds to air quality emergencies to disseminate essential public health information via live TV, print, and radio interviews on local, statewide, and national news outlets.

Crafts communications plans, press releases, media advisories, executive statements, and articles on complicated and sensitive subjects with precise and compelling language.

Owner & Operator

LDM Holdings, LLC
Concord, CA
11.2017 - Current
  • Manages entire operational spectrum. Ensures all practices comply with applicable housing regulations.
  • Executes advertisements on platforms such as Zillow to boost property visibility and achieve full occupancy.
  • Leverages market research to identify property trends, pricing strategies and competitive advantages.
  • Directs vendor negotiations to establish maintenance terms.

Public Information Officer

Bay Area Air Quality Management District
San Francisco, CA
08.2019 - 08.2024

Executed paid advertisements on Google, LinkedIn, Nextdoor, and Meta to elevate agency programs. Most recent campaign led to a 30% increase in applications and oversubscription of the Clean Cars for All program.

Leveraged AI to create SEO-friendly content for social media platforms with average engagement rates from 3 – 7%. Proficient in a variety of editing tools, including Adobe Suite, CapCut, and Canva.

Utilized social listening software to stay updated on trends and better connect with audiences, enhancing brand reputation.

Used metrics analysis to guide strategic planning.

Livestreamed events using AV equipment to ensure seamless visual presentations.

· Responded to media inquiries on tight deadlines, often coordinating with external stakeholders and cross-functional teams, to maintain and enhance agency reputation.

· Managed and mentored interns; served as Acting Manager in March and April 2023.

Communications Intern

Bay Area Air Quality Management District
San Francisco, CA
10.2018 - 09.2019

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration – Concentration in Marketing

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA
05.2019

Skills

Exceptional Verbal & Written Communication Content Creation

Creative Video Production & Editing

Meta Ads Manager, Nextdoor Ads, LinkedIn Campaign Manager, Google Ads Audience Analysis Email Automation G Suite Applications Hootsuite, Sprout Social

Certifications Memberships

  • Google Ads Search Certification
  • Member: California Association of Public Information Officials
  • Member: Direct Marketing Association of Northern California
  • Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher RYT-200
  • Marketo Certified Associate (previous)

Certification

· Google Ads Search Certification

· Member: California Association of Public Information Officials

· Member: Direct Marketing Association of Northern California

· Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher RYT-200

· Marketo Certified Associate (previous)

Timeline

Public Information Officer II

Bay Area Air Quality Management District
08.2024 - Current

Public Information Officer

Bay Area Air Quality Management District
08.2019 - 08.2024

Communications Intern

Bay Area Air Quality Management District
10.2018 - 09.2019

Owner & Operator

LDM Holdings, LLC
11.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration – Concentration in Marketing

San Francisco State University
Erin DeMerritt