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Jennifer McDonald

Irvine,CA

Summary

Internal Communications leader with over 15 years of experience enhancing employee engagement and organizational culture across various sectors. Expertise in crafting and implementing effective communication strategies that drive change and achieve measurable outcomes. Proficient in developing engaging content for multi-channel campaigns and facilitating open communication between leadership and staff.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Internal Communications Specialist

TISTA Science and Technology Corporation
Rockville, MD
05.2023 - Current
  • Increased employee engagement by 70% through multi-channel communication campaigns (email, Teams, and intranet).
  • Led engagement campaign for two annual all-employee surveys, attaining over 98% participation.
  • Formulated and executed internal communication strategies aligned with mission, vision, and strategic priorities.
  • Developed impactful executive messaging and newsletters, elevating leadership visibility and fostering employee alignment.
  • Crafted slide presentations, newsletters, videos, infographics, and announcements to reinforce internal initiatives.
  • Managed internal events like town halls and executive conferences, driving higher attendance and participation.

Communication Manager

Foundation Risk Partners
Irvine, CA
09.2019 - 05.2023
  • Designed employee communication materials comprising brochures, announcements, posters, and presentations intended for a range of client industries.
  • Elevated employee engagement by over 60% through strategic collaborative initiatives.
  • Managed various communication projects under tight deadlines, boosting client retention and referrals.
  • Executed content strategies that enhanced brand messaging and reinforced long-term client relationships.

Internal Communication Advisor

Aflac
Laguna Hills, CA
06.2014 - 09.2019
  • Crafted tailored communication materials to inspire employee engagement and enhance benefits awareness.
  • Delivered targeted employee group presentations, customizing content to audience needs.
  • Maintained consistent messaging across various internal communication channels aligned with corporate objectives.
  • Elevated talent attraction and retention through implementation of enhanced benefit programs.

Global Corporate Communications Manager

Valeant Pharmaceuticals International
Aliso Viejo, CA
03.2004 - 07.2012
  • Developed and executed global communication strategies aligning with corporate objectives at site-specific levels.
  • Oversaw internal and external corporate websites, directing comprehensive redesign to enhance usability and engagement.
  • Composed corporate press releases from the initial outline to the final executive endorsement.
  • Generated annual reports for five consecutive years, partnering with cross-functional teams.

Corporate Communications Specialist

SICOR Inc.
Irvine, CA
09.1999 - 02.2004
  • Advanced employee engagement strategies to boost understanding of stock option and purchase plan details.
  • Developed content for annual reports, internal newsletters, and intranet platforms serving global audiences.
  • Managed brand image transition, encompassing corporate logo and materials refresh.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Arts and Sciences

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
05-1996

Skills

  • Internal communications strategy
  • Engagement campaigns
  • Change management communications
  • Executive messaging
  • Content creation
  • Crisis communications
  • Stakeholder management
  • Video editing
  • Graphics development
  • Digital communications
  • Intranet management
  • Corporate storytelling
  • Event execution
  • Press release writing

Affiliations

  • Public Relations Society of America
  • Ragan Communications, Internal Communications
  • Scouting America, Board of Review Chairperson

Certification

  • Life & Health Insurance License, California
  • Certified Equity Professional, Santa Clara University

Timeline

Internal Communications Specialist

TISTA Science and Technology Corporation
05.2023 - Current

Communication Manager

Foundation Risk Partners
09.2019 - 05.2023

Internal Communication Advisor

Aflac
06.2014 - 09.2019

Global Corporate Communications Manager

Valeant Pharmaceuticals International
03.2004 - 07.2012

Corporate Communications Specialist

SICOR Inc.
09.1999 - 02.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Arts and Sciences

University of Southern California

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