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Michael Brandy

Jacksonville,US

Summary

Seeking selection as a Navy Officer, bringing over fifteen years of dedicated service to the United States Navy as a seasoned Petty Officer First Class. Petty Officer Brandy's experience has forged skills in leadership, strategic communication, and mission-focused execution. Brandy's intelligence, insight, and organizational abilities, paired with excellent decision-making skills ensures I'm ready and eager to take on the challenges and responsibilities of a Public Affairs Officer in the United States Navy

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Marketing and Communications Manager

Florida State College at Jacksonville
03.2023 - Current
  • Increased brand awareness by developing and executing strategic marketing campaigns for various programs including TRIO VUB, Military Veteran Service Center, Firefighting and Adult Education among others
  • Manages and organizes marketing communications operations, including TV and radio production, media communications, web marketing and print advertising
  • Employs critical communications skills utilizing email, Microsoft Teams, press releases and FSCJ Social Media to manage agency relationships and specialty communications
  • As the Marketing Manager for FSCJ, Brandy has successfully led initiatives that resulted in significant increases in enrollment metrics. During the summer term, credit hours reached 97,482, a 9.9% increase compared to the previous year, surpassing the goal of 90,195. Similarly, clock hours totaled 195,076, a 15.5% increase from the previous year, exceeding the goal of 178,374. This effort also raised FSCJ's unduplicated headcount to 13,998, approaching the goal of 16,542
  • For the fall term, Brandy's marketing strategies contributed to 138,865 credit hours, marking a 7.6% increase year-over-year, though short of the 176,094 goals. Clock hours soared to 153,516, a remarkable 32.6% increase from the prior year, though the goal was 244,438. FSCJ's combined unduplicated headcount reached 16,625, aiming towards the goal of 26,190
  • Collaborated with the production team on multiple FSCJ commercials that played a key role in boosting student enrollment

Navy Corpsman (Reserves)

US Navy
04.2014 - Current
  • Petty Officer Brandy has led and instructed sailors in the administration of over 3,000 immunizations which led to over 90% medical readiness in support of a deployable military force using experience and knowledge as Immunizations LPO
  • As unit squad leader Petty Officer Brandy communicated pertinent information to assigned squad and presented detailed Navy training to the entire unit using leadership and communication skills
  • Using communication, data recognition and teamwork, Petty Officer Brandy worked in the capacity of a Command Fitness Leader as an ACFL (March 2015 – March 2018, September 2019 – Present) by leading a team of 3 ACFL's in the coordination of administering the NAVY PRT fitness test for over 350 sailors and uploading results into PRIMS. In addition, Brandy and the ACFL team organized over 51 physical fitness sessions to increase morale and overall fitness which has resulted in a 93% PRT passing rate
  • Effectively communicated with reservists and active volunteers by disseminating funeral honor opportunities on Group Me application as the Honor Services Reservist Liaison
  • Received Letter of Appreciation for providing quality medical care at the Bahrain Branch Medical Clinic during AT May 2018
  • Received an impact Navy Achievement Medal for working as a CFL with a 100% pass rate and helped increase overall medical readiness to 88% on February 26, 2019.

Medical Assistant

NIVA HEALTH
02.2023 - 04.2023
  • Utilized communication, data recognition, and time management to process paperwork for patients which led to timely and proficient provider appointments
  • Used communications and customer to answered clinic phone calls and provided patients with medical instructions approved by the physician which led to 85% patient compliance
  • Relied on time management and clinical practicality to manage patient flow to keep the physician on schedule for patients that produced a 100%customer satisfaction score on an optional customer survey

Editor

First Coast News
04.2022 - 12.2022
  • Evaluated, selected, and edited over 630 scenes for pacing, entertainment value, and continuity, which led to 200 stories successfully airing on television using project management
  • Organized assets by collecting data from camera media, transcoding files and managing file backup to a digital asset management system in a shared media encoder file which led to a 100% retention of media files using data recognition
  • Coordinated with on-scene reporters and photographers to verify audio and record live shots which have led to 60 successful live segments on air utilizing communication.

Healthcare Service Technician

Agiliti Health Services
01.2015 - 03.2022
  • Combined time management and customer service to produce the timely delivery of 7,634 pieces of medical equipment to nursing stations which resulted in an Employee in the Spotlight award in August 2021 due to a 100% customer satisfaction survey from the nursing staff at UF Shands
  • Conducted a daily inventory of medical equipment in 123 patient rooms and 100% inventory of 55 crash carts using problem-solving skills and critical thinking which led to an overall 88% accountability of Agiliti equipment at UF Shands facilities
  • Used critical thinking and problem-solving to update 378 pieces of medical equipment for patient safety and redistribution

Navy Corpsman/COVID Mobilization/Active Duty

US Navy
04.2020 - 07.2020
  • Participated in the 2020 Covid-19 Mobilization (April 17, 2020 - July 6, 2020) in support of Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton: worked in the Sterile Processing Department and trained to decontaminate and assemble 2,112 instruments and sterilize 493 sets of instruments which overall improved patient safety with a 1.6% infection rate, which is less than the 3.2% national infection rate
  • Public Affairs Representative: collected and took over 200 pictures and videos of EMF CP and created a shared Google document for viewing using communication, content creation, and teamwork during the COVID-19 mobilization which increased morale
  • Fire Team Leader for MOB detachment: Mustered and 10 sailors in addition to completing daily taskers with a 24-hour turnaround of data to leadership using analytical thinking and precise communication.

Navy Corpsman (Active Duty)

US Navy
03.2006 - 04.2014


Field/Clinic Corpsman Quantico, VA Dec- 2006 - Feb 2009


  • As a junior sailor, Brandy mastered data comprehension and clinical skills, administering over 4,700 immunizations and 1,500 blood draws, boosting medical readiness while also managing over 4,000 medical records, leading to the OCS Clinic's successful J-Co inspection in 2007
  • Utilized medical knowledge and communication to provide direct care of 5 Marine Platoons which led to 461 members successfully completing OCS
  • Grasped clinic SOPs (standard Operating Procedures) for 24-hour watch standing duties at OCS Clinic to deliver stellar on-call medical care as well as accurate medication distribution to the Quantico Brig prisoners
  • Received End of Tour Navy Achievement Medal on March 26, 2009


Shipboard Corpsman March 2009 - March 2012


  • As Medical LPO Brandy provided medical care to over 300 shipboard members which led to an effective response to 6 medical emergencies and 96% military retention by focusing on communication, patience, and customer service
  • Maintained accurate medical documentation in the SAMS database, leading to two C-1 medical inspections and an FSO-M certification, making the USS Barry deployable for the 2010 AURIGA and 2011 Enterprise Strike Group deployments
  • Using time management and critical thinking Petty Officer Brandy analyzed 3M manuals to successfully complete maintenance on over 400 shipboard items and 20 spot checks which led to a 100% 3M audit inspection as the Work Center Supervisor and as the Damage Control Petty Officer
  • Promoted Military Welfare and Recreation events as the MWR spokesman using verbal and presentation skills while managing 6,000 dollars of the MWR budget as the Treasurer which lead to 4 successful audits and 44 recreation events that increased morale
  • Assisted in the coordination of 4 PRT cycles and 10 FEP sessions for over 300 sailors which led to an 85% PRT passing rate onboard the USS Barry as the ACFL using interpersonal skills, and data recognition
  • Employed leadership, communication, and medical experience to give effective lifesaving battle dressing training, CPR , and Command INDOC training to shipboard members
  • Received an impact Navy Achievement Medal for providing quality medical care in 24-hour periods in addition to efforts as WCS, DCPO and MWR Treasurer


Education Program Administrator Navy Hospital Pensacola April 2012 - April 2014


  • While stationed at Pensacola Hospital Petty Officer Brandy increased the efficiency of medical training programs as program administrator for ACLS, PALS, NRP, ALSO, and STABLE by organizing and supervising 33 provider courses which housed 303 students and led to a 100% pass rate while diligently distributing of certification cards through the use of communication with the American Heart Association utilizing data analysis and project management
  • Organized 15 FEP sessions to improve physical fitness in addition to assisting in 2 PRT cycles which led to a 90% passing rate leaning on motivation, teamwork, and experience as ACFL
  • Assisted in the supervision and instruction of 10 BLS courses guiding 72 students to a 100% pass rate as a certified BLS instructor using social skills and instructor familiarity
  • Received an End of Tour Navy Achievement Medal on March 12, 2014.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Communications

University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
12.2021

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
07.2015

Coastline Community College
Fountain Valley, CA
08.2014

Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL
12.2011

Central Texas College
Killeen, TX
07.2011

Northern Virginia Community College
Annadale, VA
12.2008

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Adaptable
  • Leadership
  • Team building
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent Communication
  • Dependable
  • Planning and Coordination

Certification

  • Registered Medical Assistant, 12/31/2024
  • CPR Certification, 05/31/2025
  • Class D Security License, 06/14/2023
  • Hootsuite Certification 2017
  • Field Medical Training School Graduation
  • Medical Secretary USMAPP Certification

Internships

Inside Swoop-Internship | Inside Swoop University of North Florida 01/2021 - 12/2021

  • Collected data from various sources to determine facts and opinions and fashioned it into a cohesive story for social media using data recognition,communication, and teamwork
  • Produced and edited approximately 40 Inside swoops videos using Adobe Premiere Pro about various topics in news using critical thinking, software proficiency, storytelling, and commitment to deadlines
  • Worked the teleprompter for 10 live and 30 pre-recorded videos for Inside Swoop using teamwork, software proficiency, and reading ability


Radio DJ-UNF Internship | 95.5 WSKR Spinnaker - Jacksonville, FL 10/2021 - 12/2021

  • Produced and hosted 9 1-hour shows on 95.5 WSKR Spinnaker Radio at the University of Florida while researching facts, figures, and the history of music tied into the theme of the show using computer and software proficiency, equipment knowledge, and verbal skills
  • Researched global music rights before airing songs and collaborated with the program director for pre-approved music using reading ability, teamwork, and concise communication
  • Played songs that fitted the station's format and monitored song length to avoid dead air while building broadcast storylines to interest listeners and grow the station’s audience by use of brand development, verbal skills, and software proficiency


Jacksonville Sharks- Internship | Jacksonville Sharks 1000 W Bay St - Jacksonville, FL 08/2020 - 08/2021

  • Customized brand message to reach and capture target audience interest and drive engagement relying on social media by using critical thinking, software proficiency, and content creation by producing 30 original videos, and 400 sports graphics, which increased online engagement on social media
  • Created shared Goggle document which included all social media and online database passwords for working multimedia staff and interns at the Jacksonville Sharks media office which increased proficiency of online database management
  • Conducted 6 pre-game and post-game interviews in addition to having recorded game footage, interviews, and captured photos and uploaded to the Sharks social media accounts using verbal skills,team relations, content creation, and social media proficiency
  • Co-wrote and produced a Sharks at Half halftime show where myself and a co-host discussed stats and situations that stood out in the first half of the game and uploaded to Facebook utilizing social media savvy, verbal and presentation skills


ESPN3 Internship | ESPN3 University of North Florida - Jacksonville, FL 01/2021 - 04/2021

  • Operated television cameras and set up equipment for 20 live sports broadcasts which combined for over 50 hours of quality television by use of attention to detail, teamwork, troubleshooting skills, and equipment proficiency
  • Relied on equipment knowledge, data recognition, and collaboration to operate scoreboards for over 10 sporting events including soccer,volleyball, and baseball
  • Organized over 50 photos,10 videos and recorded 3 promotional videos for the University of North Florida athletes with Adobe Premiere
    Pro and Photoshop programs by using teamwork, software proficiency, attention to detail, and project management


ESPN WRUF Writer-Internship | ESPN WRUF Gainesville, University of Florida 05/2016 - 04/2017

  • Pitched and developed new columns, consistently increasing readership with proven sports and reporting expertise using effective communication, commitment to deadlines, and collaboration
  • Used analytical thinking, typing skills, and storytelling to produce 30sports articles with 30 extracted soundbites for ESPN WRUF online website
  • Created 25 sports news update voiceover that were broadcast on 98.1 FM 850 am to bring listeners up to speed on sports by leaning on concise communication and software proficiency
  • Employed verbal mastery, time management, and social media to sideline report 6 local sporting events, interview coaches, players as well as provide updates on ESPN’s WRUF Twitter account in addition to writing and posting articles summarizing the sporting event on the ESPN WRUF website

Volunteer Work

Navy Funeral Honor Guard 2019- Current
• Team Lead for funeral honor services rendered
• Participated in proper Navy Customs in the folding of the flag
• Participated in proper Navy Customs in the playing of the bugle
• Participated in the proper Navy Customs using the M-14 for proper loading and unloading as a member of the firing party
• Total 67 Funerals
Word of Life Ministries Pantry Niagara Falls, NY Dec 2010 – Current (3 – 4 Times a year)
• Assisted in the organization and placement of food supplies
• Broke down cardboard boxes for NY State recycling purposes
• Assisted in the assembly of food packages for families

Jacksonville Out of Darkness Walk (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention) November 2021

• Assisted in the setup of tables and chairs for local vendors

• Participated in the 3 - 5 mile walk as medical stand-by for the event with 0 medical emergencies

• Assisted in the breakdown and clean up at the end of the event
Jacksonville City Mission Oct-Dec 2020, Aug – Dec 2022, April -July 2023
• Allocated meals to the less than fortunate
• Distributed clothes based on season to the less than fortunate
• Assisted in cleaning the kitchen after the end of meals
Ivey Ranch Park Association June 2020
• Participated in the removal of weeds and foreign objects near plants on the ranch
• Planted new flowers and plants around the ranch
• Cleaned up tools at end of the event
• Received Letter of Appreciation
Gaming Arts and Music Convention Jacksonville Aug 2017, Aug 2018, Aug 2019
• Assisted in the setup of the event.
• Cleaned the floor of the location before the event
• Broke down the event by cleaning up the location
Jacksonville Art Walk July 2022
• Distributed Art Walk brochures to local civilians
• Assisted in the advertising of the event via social media
• Assisted in the placement of new art before the event
NAS Jacksonville MWR Barracks Bash April 2018
• Assisted in the setup of games and entertainment
• Distributed plates, forks, drinks, and food
• Received Letter of Appreciation
Jacksonville Beach Clean-Up September 2017
• Assigned personnel to sections of the beach to access garbage
• Walked beach removing foreign objects, and debris
• Collected the total garbage and placed it in the dumpster
I Will 9/11 Tribute Movement Norfolk, VA September 2013
• Assisted in planting new flowers and plants around the 9/11 memorial
• Assisted in planting American flags around the 9/11 memorial
• Assisted in clean up and breakdown of the event
Marine Corps Marathon Washington DC October 2007 and October 2008
• Stand by for Medical Emergencies during an event at a designated station totaling 16 hours
• Organized medical bags with appropriate medical equipment
• Distributed water to marathon runners at a designated station
TBS Quantico VA Mass Casualty Drill August 2007
• Set up 8 medical tents for Mass Casualty Drill
• Organized medical equipment for the event
• Received Marine Corps Letter of Commendation
Presti Karate Tae Kwon Do Class Lead (Red Belt Black Stripe) January 2004 -June 2005
• Lead class in warm-ups and end of the class stretch
• Assisted Karate instructor with lessons for the class
• Instructed class in proper form and techniques of Tai Kwon Dow

Timeline

Marketing and Communications Manager

Florida State College at Jacksonville
03.2023 - Current

Medical Assistant

NIVA HEALTH
02.2023 - 04.2023

Editor

First Coast News
04.2022 - 12.2022

Navy Corpsman/COVID Mobilization/Active Duty

US Navy
04.2020 - 07.2020

Healthcare Service Technician

Agiliti Health Services
01.2015 - 03.2022

Navy Corpsman (Reserves)

US Navy
04.2014 - Current

Navy Corpsman (Active Duty)

US Navy
03.2006 - 04.2014

Bachelor of Science - Communications

University of North Florida

University of Florida

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Florida State College At Jacksonville

Coastline Community College

Saint Leo University

Central Texas College

Northern Virginia Community College
  • Registered Medical Assistant, 12/31/2024
  • CPR Certification, 05/31/2025
  • Class D Security License, 06/14/2023
  • Hootsuite Certification 2017
  • Field Medical Training School Graduation
  • Medical Secretary USMAPP Certification
Michael Brandy