Dynamic communications professional with nine years of experience in professional writing, public affairs, crisis/issues management and media relations. Demonstrated experience in project management, event planning and social media implementation. Proven ability to effectively create content for a wide range of audiences across diverse genres and implement multi-channel communication strategies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Communications Manager
Intermountain Health
01.2022 - Current
Increased awareness of Intermountain's initiatives through well-crafted content, including newsletters, intranet articles, and executive updates.
Wrote a variety of patient/caregiver stories promoting Intermountain's culture and values.
Launched the Peaks Caregiver Brief in August 2023; created and managed weekly content.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment in internal communications strategies and tactics across the enterprise.
Evaluated the impact of internal communications efforts by tracking metrics, analyzing results, and making data-driven recommendations for improvements.
Supported organizational change efforts by creating clear and consistent messaging to drive understanding and adoption.
Built strong relationships with stakeholders to gather feedback on communication effectiveness and identified areas for improvement.
Built strong relationships and patients and caregivers by learning and sharing their stories.
Created engaging multimedia content, such as videos and infographics, to support key messages and increase caregiver understanding.
Served as an advocate for caregivers' voices by gathering feedback through focus groups conducted at our care sites and used the information gathered to inform our internal communications strategy.
Managed content on Broomfield's digital boards and Peaks screensavers.
Wrote leadership announcements and supported region RET with message crafting.
Assisted with the Peaks Region Leadership Call including scheduling, creating slide decks and providing on-site support.
Supported care site communications managers at events and through storytelling initiatives.
Managed regional video production including writing scripts and providing creative direction.
Served as the region public information officer when an incident command was stood up during an inclement weather activation; ensured timely and transparent information was shared with caregivers.
Coordinated with Creative Services to develop high-quality creative assets.
Communications Specialist
SCL Health
10.2021 - 01.2022
Researched, wrote and edited content for a variety of internal and external communication channels including the intranet, website, blogs and newsletters.
Supported the implementation of internal strategic communications plans and multiple tactics to fulfill the operational goals and objectives of the communications team.
Produced content for print/video and digital/social platforms.
Assisted with and managed content for communication platforms including The Landing, Hub tickets and care site TV monitors.
Created and maintained a regional editorial calendar for stories published to SCL Health's digital newsroom.
Served as a resource for care site communications managers and senior leaders.
Helped coordinate events at care sites.
Managed Hub tickets for the care sites and coordinated with Creative Services to produce high-quality visuals for marketing materials.
Created marketing collateral in Pica9 including flyers, brochures and posters.
Took photographs and videos during events for promotional materials and social media pages.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create cohesive messaging for promotional materials and events.
Account Executive
Incline Management
09.2018 - 01.2019
Participated in direct marketing campaigns through specialized promotional events designed to increase sales and product awareness for an automotive client.
Coached, mentored and trained new employees while building my own team from the ground up.
Mastered proven sales and marketing systems, performed product demos, maintained event compliance and enhanced overall customer relations.
Conducted first and second round interviews and participated in the direct hiring process.
Took part in daily and weekly networking events to enhance personal and professional development.
Communications Specialist
Health Management Associates (HMA)
08.2017 - 06.2018
Developed and implemented communications strategies across multiple platforms for HMA, HMA Medicaid Market Solutions and areas of consulting focus.
Worked with subject matter experts and graphic designers to create marketing materials, including brochures, announcements and event collateral.
Wrote bios and internal and external announcements for all new colleagues.
Collaborated with the Communications team and subject matter experts to develop website and social media content, including stories, case studies and blog posts.
Created content for company intranet and supported the digital media specialist to expand HMA’s social media presence.
Coordinated event sponsorships and marketing initiatives and assisted with event planning.
Public Affairs & Media Relations Specialist
U.S. Army (The Tolliver Group, Inc.)
06.2010 - 06.2014
Wrote and edited stories published in more than 15 defense publications, including Army AL&T Magazine,Armor and Mobility Magazine and Army Communicator.
Researched, wrote and published news and feature stories, press releases, talking points, digital content, interview and video scripts, congressional testimony, marketing collateral, employee newsletters, stockholder reports and program briefs.
Served as a liaison between the Public Communications office and local and national media, industry partners and internal and external stakeholders.
Developed and executed media plans and communications strategies; created and maintained editorial calendars; wrote stories resulting in positive coverage for the Army; coordinated media queries, interviews and placement of stories in trade publications, radio and television spots; prepared Army leaders in advance of media interviews.
Built and maintained strong working relationships with local and national media; pitched stories and events to print, broadcast and interactive media outlets; helped secure top-tier media coverage, including The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post and CBS.
Coordinated media relations efforts for a variety of government, media and industry events.
Established and maintained the organization's original social media platforms, including Facebook and YouTube; managed the redesign and launch of the public website including copywriting, editing and analytics; maintained the online press room; collaborated with the Army’s Office of the Chief of Public Affairs on social media strategies and initiatives.
Produced six videos promoting the Army’s network modernization strategy, including developing storyboards and scripts, conducting interviews, coordinating filming/production and managing the final editing process.
Coached senior Army leaders on strategic messaging prior to media engagements and provided advice to the Public Communications team on media outreach initiatives and public affairs activities.
Implemented media monitoring to track and measure coverage, enabling the team to assess success and adjust strategies as needed.
Public Relations Intern
The Rossman Group
09.2009 - 05.2010
Wrote and edited press releases, media advisories, letters to the editor and client reports.
Pitched stories and events to print and broadcast media resulting in statewide media exposure, including WLNS- TV 6, MLive and Lansing State Journal.
Monitored media coverage and trends, compiled daily press clippings for multiple clients.
Coordinated and attended press conferences at the State Capitol.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Integrative Public Relations, Political Science
Central Michigan University
05.2010
Skills
Superior Writing & Editing Skills
Media Relations & Outreach
Event Planning & Execution
Social Media Marketing
Website Content Development
Project Management
Timeline
Internal Communications Manager
Intermountain Health
01.2022 - Current
Communications Specialist
SCL Health
10.2021 - 01.2022
Account Executive
Incline Management
09.2018 - 01.2019
Communications Specialist
Health Management Associates (HMA)
08.2017 - 06.2018
Public Affairs & Media Relations Specialist
U.S. Army (The Tolliver Group, Inc.)
06.2010 - 06.2014
Public Relations Intern
The Rossman Group
09.2009 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Integrative Public Relations, Political Science
Central Michigan University
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