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Jessica Watts

Caldwell,United States

Summary

Self motivated, detailed and task-oriented team member with the ability to produce high-quality content engaging community members and builds brand recognition. Nine years of experience producing quality content under constant

deadlines; experienced in written and verbal communication. Adept at managing internal and external communications, crisis management, and cultivating strong relationships with stakeholders.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Communications

Caldwell School District
08.2021 - Current
  • Managed internal and external communications, including press releases, newsletters, social media content, and website updates to ensure consistent messaging across platforms
  • Built and maintained partnerships with local government, community organizations, and education stakeholders to promote the District’s mission and vision
  • Created Destination Education, a weekly video series highlighting students, educational opportunities, and athletics.

Public Information Technician

Central District Health
02.2021 - 08.2021
  • Coordinated and disseminated timely public health information related to COVID-19 through social media, press releases, and the health department website.
  • Worked with local government agencies, community partners, and healthcare providers to ensure accurate public health guidance
  • Liaison with local school districts regarding precautionary measures and consistent messaging.

Multi-Media Journalist / Reporter

ABC FOX Montana, Helena, MT
11.2018 - 11.2020
  • Responsible for all content coming out of the Capital City; covered breaking news, local events, and feature stories across platforms while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Conducted live reporting and on-the-ground coverage of major events, delivering real-time updates for online and

broadcast.

  • Operated video/audio equipment, edited footage, and produced compelling multimedia narratives

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Broadcast Journalism

Arizona State University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2016

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Wenatchee Valley College
Wenatchee, WA
06.2014

Skills

  • Internal & external communications (press releases, newsletters, social media, web updates)
  • Stakeholder & community relations; partnership building
  • Crisis communications
  • Videography; on-camera interviews; live reporting
  • Video editing; Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Social media marketing; content strategy
  • Team & project management
  • Clerk of the Board (agenda preparation, meeting minutes, records management, public notices

Timeline

Director of Communications

Caldwell School District
08.2021 - Current

Public Information Technician

Central District Health
02.2021 - 08.2021

Multi-Media Journalist / Reporter

ABC FOX Montana, Helena, MT
11.2018 - 11.2020

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Wenatchee Valley College

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Broadcast Journalism

Arizona State University
Jessica Watts