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Patrick DeChillo
Senior Account Executive, Communications Strategist
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Creative, motivated Senior Account Executive and Communications Strategist with over six years' experience in creative industries as a storyteller, media navigator, and connector. Film and television background as a development executive and narrative editor is blended with a history working in communications with startups and technology firms. A complete package that knows the market, messaging, and storytelling needed to cut through the noise of today's hyper-stimulated, content-driven culture.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Account Executive
Highwire PR
06.2022 - Current
- Develop media strategy and lead external communications initiatives for clients in the health tech and cybersecurity space
- Activate creative initiatives for clients across all media
- Lead client communications, craft copy, and manage teams to reach monthly PR goals .
- Navigate media trends and sharpen messaging to achieve desired outcomes for clients
Account Executive
VSC
04.2021 - 06.2022
• Managed innovative clients across venture capital, biotech, SaaS, consumer tech, and enterprise
• Guided account messaging + direction for PR initiatives
• Drafted crucial assets including press releases, website copy, social content, PR plans, and media pitches
Development Executive
Script Pipeline
12.2017 - 04.2021
- Developed and consulted on projects in all genres and formats
- Worked with writers to refine, edit and market their work
- Provided extensive written notes for projects entering production
- Connected emerging writers with management
Development Assistant
QC Entertainment
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Critiqued incoming material and provided notes on scripts
- Worked under Oscar-nominated producers during the production of GET OUT and BLACKKKLANSMAN
- Rolled calls, dealt with talent, major agencies, and production companies while developing new material
Communications Manager
The Oaks School
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Ran a one-person communications department at a high-end independent school in Los Angeles
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy, Political Science
Tufts University
Medford, MA 08.2009 - 2013.05
Skills
Writing
Editing
Market Analysis
Creative Development
Critical Analysis
Messaging
Client Relations
Interests
References
Justin Higgins- Director, Vision360 Partners. 336-905-0687
Tim Warner- President, Plazby Solutions. 406-461-4618
Matt Misetich- Partner, Script Pipeline. 310-251-5450
Timeline
Senior Account Executive
Highwire PR
06.2022 - Current
Account Executive
VSC
04.2021 - 06.2022
Development Executive
Script Pipeline
12.2017 - 04.2021
Development Assistant
QC Entertainment
06.2017 - 01.2018
Communications Manager
The Oaks School
08.2016 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy, Political Science
Tufts University
08.2009 - 2013.05
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