Mark Otte
Leander,TX
Summary
Insightful public relations professional focused on helping senior leadership achieve objectives by providing successful speeches, announcements and talking points. Remarkable verbal and written communication skills with a persuasive style and strong attention to both message and key details.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Affairs Manager
Texas Military Department
Austin, Texas
01.2022 - Current
- Oversaw team of communications and media relations professionals with focus on achieving results.
- Wrote engaging and successful press releases to control information and public opinion.
- Fostered positive relationships with key journalists in national publications and outlets.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Worked 40 hours per week
Public Affairs Specialist
Texas National Guard
Austin, TX
05.2017 - Current
- Worked 40 hours per week/ GS9
- Worked with foreign and NATO public affairs -Writing assigned news stories -Developing international messaging.
- Wrote speeches, press releases, media responses and public service announcements.
- Analyzed data to assess performance of different statements, posts and campaigns.
- Produced and distributed videos and other content for digital use.
Visual Information Manager
Texas Military Department
Austin, TX
05.2018 - 12.2022
- Worked 40 Hours per week/ GS11
- Developed and disseminated information materials to general public and to organization members
- Produced video, written and still content that conveyed organizational messages
- Maintained video/photography studio.
- Captured and distributed video of company events and workshops for publication on company website and social media pages.
- Managed all visual information equip.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
Public Affairs Specialist
Texas Military Department
Austin, TX
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Wrote speeches, press releases, media responses and public service announcements.
- Analyzed data to assess performance of different statements, posts and campaigns.
- Produced and distributed videos and other content for digital use.
- Updated social media accounts and websites.
- Established and promoted specific messages on behalf of the Texas Military Department.
- Prepared for public relations presentations and plans by gathering information on mission objectives, vision, brand strategy, competition and industry trends.
Copywriter
Motostalgia Auctions
Austin, Texas
06.2013 - 02.2018
- Worked 40 hours per week
- Edited content produced by senior executives, modifying text to conform to company-wide branding standards and publication guidelines.
- Wrote vehicle descriptions, ranging from 300-1000 words, of classic and exotic cars for catalog auction
- Communicated with consigners to develop clear and accurate description of their cars
- Researched and verified consignment history and condition.
- Collaborated with customer outreach personnel to ascertain audience demographics, incorporating collected data into future copy
Freelance Reporter
Austin American-Statesman, Mark Otte
Austin, TX
05.2015 - 01.2017
- Worked 10- hours per week
- Wrote news and feature stories
- Created and pitched unique story ideas
- Conducted Interviews and collected necessary information
- Delivered live reports from site of event
Team Leader
Cavalry Scout, Texas National Guard
Austin , TX
01.2002 - 01.2016
- Worked on weekend month while not deployed/ Worked over 40 hours per week while deployed
- Developed classroom curriculum and training for junior Soldiers -Truck commander in vehicle-mounted operations-
- Facilitated and oversaw training of junior Soldiers
- Facilitated Key Leader engagements.
Education
Defense Information School, Texas State University
Some College (No Degree) - Mass Communication
Texas State University
San Marcos, TXSkills
- Public Relations Strategies
- Materials Development
- Clear Communication
- Originality and Creativity
- Draft Writing
Timeline
Public Affairs Manager
Texas Military Department
01.2022 - Current
Visual Information Manager
Texas Military Department
05.2018 - 12.2022
Public Affairs Specialist
Texas National Guard
05.2017 - Current
Public Affairs Specialist
Texas Military Department
05.2017 - 05.2018
Freelance Reporter
Austin American-Statesman, Mark Otte
05.2015 - 01.2017
Copywriter
Motostalgia Auctions
06.2013 - 02.2018
Team Leader
Cavalry Scout, Texas National Guard
01.2002 - 01.2016
Defense Information School, Texas State University
Some College (No Degree) - Mass Communication
Texas State University
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