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Kevin Maloney

Spokane

Summary

Proven Media Relations Manager with a track record of elevating brand visibility for MultiCare Health System through strategic story pitching and cultivating strong media relationships. Expert in spokesperson training and AP style writing, demonstrated by high-quality coverage and enhanced reputational objectives. Balances problem-solving skills with high ethical standards to achieve strategic communication goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Media Relations Manager, Inland Northwest Region

MultiCare Health System
2016.05 - Current

Media Relations Management

  • Primary contact for local, regional, and national media.
  • Produces compelling press releases and media materials that resulted in high volumes of quality coverage to meet strategic and reputational objectives.
  • Measures success of media relations efforts through regular reporting and analysis of key performance indicators.
  • Trains company spokespersons for high-stakes interviews, resulting in polished and confident performances.
  • Establishes strong relationships with key journalists, editors, and influencers within the industry.
  • Completes crisis communication management courses

Director of Communications

South Seattle College
2013.01 - 2016.05
  • Increased media coverage through targeted press releases and proactive media outreach.
  • Monitored media coverage and provided regular updates to leadership.
  • Provided training for media spokespeople.
  • Improved social media presence with tailored content strategies for each platform, resulting in higher audience engagement.
  • Managed crisis communication efforts.
  • Spearheaded rebranding initiative, aligning visual identity with company values and strategic direction.
  • Allocated funds for all college advertising with strategic campaigns.
  • Provided supervision of the Communications Department while creating a positive working environment.


Director of Communications

Spokane Shock
2005.12 - 2012.04
  • Produced an unprecedented amount of media coverage successfully pitched and placed award-winning stories on television.
  • Coordinated all player, coaches and administration interviews
  • Enhanced brand visibility by developing and executing strategic communications plans.
  • Edited and produced all content including press releases, game notes, social media content, award-winning game day programs and web content
  • Cultivated relationships with high-profile non-profit organizations for events and campaigns..


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism: Public Relations Sequence

Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA
08.2000

Skills

  • Story pitching
  • Brand Messaging
  • Spokesperson Training
  • Spokesperson
  • Cultivating strong working relationships with media
  • Extensive background in AP style writing including press releases and feature stories
  • Problem-Solving
  • High ethical business and personal standards

Additional Information

References

  • Lori Meyers, AVP Corporate Communications, MultiCare Health System (Current supervisor)

Phone: 206.915.7384 Email: lori.meyers@multicare.org


  • Stephanie Ellis, Chief Nursing Executive, MultiCare Pulse Heart Institute (Colleague)

Phone: 509.998.2655 Email: elliss@multicare.org


  • Earnest Phillips, Vice Chancellor of Public Relations and Strategic Initiatives, Seattle Colleges (Colleague)

Phone: 702.349.2323 Email: earnest.phillips@seattlecolles.edu


  • Otto Klein, Senior Vice President, Spokane Indians (Colleague)

Phone: 509.343.6814 Email: oklein@spokaneindians.com


  • Larry Weir, Eastern Washington University Sports Broadcasting (Colleague)

Phone: 509.981.4782 Email: larryjweir@hotmail.com

Timeline

Media Relations Manager, Inland Northwest Region

MultiCare Health System
2016.05 - Current

Director of Communications

South Seattle College
2013.01 - 2016.05

Director of Communications

Spokane Shock
2005.12 - 2012.04

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism: Public Relations Sequence

Western Washington University
Kevin Maloney