Kata H. Burke
Annapolis,MD
Summary
Fifteen years of experience in communications, digital media, and speechwriting. Expertise in team management, messaging strategy, and content development. Big believer in storytelling.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Speechwriter
Johns Hopkins Medicine
Baltimore, MD
09.2024 - Current
- Serve as the primary writer and editorial gatekeeper for the Dean of the Medical Faculty and CEO of Johns Hopkins Medicine, producing content including speeches, presentations, correspondence, op-eds, video scripts, and social media posts.
- Spearhead the strategic messaging of the Office of the Dean/CEO, shaping the thought leadership platform of one of the world's leading medical institutions.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to plan and implement communications strategies that align with the institution's vision and priorities, and enhance the Dean/CEO's visibility with local and international audiences.
Speechwriter, Executive Communications
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Washington, DC
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Draft speeches, briefings, op-eds, and press statements for President and CEO Suzanne P. Clark, the board chair, and other senior executives.
- Advise the President and CEO and other senior executives on messaging strategy for key Chamber policies and priorities.
- Manage the social media platforms of the President and CEO, including Twitter and LinkedIn.
- Draft monthly communications to the board, Chamber members, and Chamber staff.
Deputy Director of Communications, Senior Speechwriter
Office of Governor Larry Hogan
Annapolis, MD
06.2019 - 01.2023
- Led a team of ten and managed the Governor's press office, overseeing media relations, speechwriting, and digital media.
- Developed media strategy and messaging calendars for major policy announcements, including education, infrastructure, environment, and economic initiatives.
- Advised the Governor on media outreach and brand management, as well as crisis communications.
- Oversaw outreach and communications for state agencies, including nearly 120 public information officers.
- Served as chief speechwriter for Governor Hogan, responsible for drafting national addresses, talking points, releases, and op-eds.
Senior Speechwriter
Office of Governor Larry Hogan
Annapolis, MD
05.2015 - 06.2019
- Chief speechwriter for the Governor, Lt. Governor, and First Lady of Maryland.
- Crafted and edited remarks, op-eds, talking points, briefings, and releases for Governor's Executive Office and Cabinet Secretaries.
- Coordinated with Governor and senior leadership team to finalize messaging strategy for key administration policy initiatives and press events.
Associate Producer
Fox News Sunday with Chris Wallace
Washington, DC
06.2013 - 05.2015
- Managed weekly show production open for top-rated national Sunday political show, from innovative initial concept, through development, to final production.
- Drafted show scripts, assisted in booking guest interviews, scheduled production, and oversaw video editing process.
- Managed the show's website and developed promotional content for social media.
Segment Producer
Fox News Channel
Washington, DC
07.2009 - 06.2013
- Booked guests for daytime news programs focused on politics and foreign policy.
- Maintained a wide-ranging network of business, political, and general news contacts.
- Conducted field-produced guest interviews for breaking news stories.
Education
Bachelor's Degree, English Language and Literature -
University of Maryland, College Park
Timeline
Executive Speechwriter
Johns Hopkins Medicine
09.2024 - Current
Speechwriter, Executive Communications
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
01.2023 - 09.2024
Deputy Director of Communications, Senior Speechwriter
Office of Governor Larry Hogan
06.2019 - 01.2023
Senior Speechwriter
Office of Governor Larry Hogan
05.2015 - 06.2019
Associate Producer
Fox News Sunday with Chris Wallace
06.2013 - 05.2015
Segment Producer
Fox News Channel
07.2009 - 06.2013
Bachelor's Degree, English Language and Literature -
University of Maryland, College Park