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Grace O'Grady

New York,NY

Summary

A seasoned PR & Marketing professional with deep understanding of media landscapes and public relations strategies. Proven ability to drive impactful publicity campaigns and build lasting relationships with media outlets. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting swiftly to changing needs and priorities. Skilled in media relations, content creation, and brand management.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Publicist

WooGirlPR LLC
03.2025 - Current

Client Management & Strategy

  • Independently manage 3-4 client contracts and collectively oversee 10-16 clients from inception to completion, ensuring seamless campaign delivery and client satisfaction
  • Lead full client engagement cycle including initial proposal calls, weekly check-ins, strategy sessions, and closing calls to drive retention and account growth
  • Develop and execute comprehensive, customized PR and marketing strategies that differentiate authors and establish distinctive personal brands in competitive markets
  • Collaborate directly with clients and multiple publishing houses to coordinate campaign timelines, deliverables, and ensure smooth execution of book launches and promotional initiatives

Media Relations & Publicity

  • Build and maintain strategic media relationships through active in-person networking across New York's media landscape, expanding contact database and securing exclusive opportunities
  • Create compelling, customized media pitches tailored to journalist beats and outlet audiences to maximize placement potential
  • Research and develop targeted media lists across print, digital, broadcast, and podcast outlets aligned with client positioning and campaign objectives
  • Manage all interview logistics including asset collection, prep materials, and post-interview follow-up to ensure seamless media experiences

Digital Marketing & Content Creation

  • Design and deploy digital advertisements to drive awareness, engagement, and conversions for client book launches and brand initiatives
  • Develop social media marketing strategies to grow audience engagement and establish thought leadership
  • Create visually compelling social media content using Canva and InShot, including graphics, video content, and carousel posts optimized for each platform

Software Engineering Analyst

Accenture Federal Services
05.2021 - 05.2025
  • Analyzed software requirements and collaborated with teams to identify solutions.
  • Assisted in debugging and troubleshooting software applications for improved functionality.
  • Supported testing processes to ensure quality assurance and adherence to specifications.
  • Engaged in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to enhance code quality.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Finance & Accounting

Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA
05-2021

Skills

  • Integrated PR and marketing campaign development
  • Full-cycle client relationship management
  • Stakeholder management across publishers, agents, and clients
  • Strategic roadmap creation
  • Client onboarding and retention strategies
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Media training and prep
  • New business proposal development and presentation
  • Media relations strategy development
  • News angle development
  • Media pitch writing and customization
  • Database management (Muck Rack)
  • Interview coordination and logistics
  • Retargeting campaign development
  • In-person media networking and relationship building
  • Digital ad creation (Canva)
  • Social Media content creation (Canva, InShot)
  • Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn account management

Timeline

Senior Publicist

WooGirlPR LLC
03.2025 - Current

Software Engineering Analyst

Accenture Federal Services
05.2021 - 05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Finance & Accounting

Duquesne University