Renie Dugwyler

Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (JCSO)

01.2019 - Current

Responsible for managing the communication of public safety information via various channels, including social media, websites, and in-person community events
Oversee digital media channels, including video production, photography, website management, and community speaking presentations, which promote JCSO's messaging, activities, and events.
Facilitating effective public engagement by informing the population about law enforcement incidents, public safety concerns, public service campaigns, crime prevention, employee recruitment, community presentations, community outreach events, and the agency's mission and policies
Utilize innovative technologies to monitor and archive social media communication and statistical data to achieve this objective
This approach enables me to understand JCSO's digital identity, impact, and reach to improve public safety and keep the community informed.

Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM)

06.2018 - 01.2019

As the Communications Specialist at DHSEM, tasks included media relations, graphic designing, video production, community preparedness activities, and creating risk messaging strategies for homeland security, public health, fire safety, and emergency management
Responsibilities included organizing community outreach programs to communicate with external partners and stakeholders
Provided technical and marketing assistance to all program areas within the Division
Led the graphic design needs of DHSEM, which involved designing, laying out, printing, and distributing official Division items such as annual reports, fact sheets, brochures, strategic plans, conference materials, and other divisional reports to promote the DHSEM brand and identity.

Colorado Attorney General's Office of Community Engagement

12.2015 - 06.2018

Communications, social media and digital specialist, outreach, and event planning for the Office of Community Engagement (OCE), Department of Law by partnering on solutions to prevent domestic violence and sexual assault, substance abuse, human trafficking, and consumer fraud and promote school safety in Colorado.
Served as the Colorado lead for the social media management for the Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention (RXConsortium) campaign "Take Meds Seriously." Provided detailed social media analytics and reports for the RxConsortium monthly meetings
Supported the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and RxConsortium workgroup for expertise in media planning, strategy, marketing, branding, media buying, content communication, and grant budget and contract review for Take Meds Seriously campaigns
Responsibilities involved analyzing trends, platform use, and marketing item proposals to promote OCE to partners, citizens, and stakeholders
Analyze and developyearly strategy plan for communications and promotion of the OCE mission through online and social media to expand our reach to stakeholders and partners and inform the general public.

University of Colorado

01.2010 - 01.2015

Implement technology-based business solutions to streamline existing processes and make them more efficient
Use Google Apps, website tools, social media, print and multimedia needs, and data collection methods
Web design, branding publications, marketing, and promotion for events and program design needs
Responsible for managing the Graduate Teacher Program's (GTP) expenditures related to general funds, grants & contracts, personnel, and facilities
Hires, trains, and supervises student associates
Manages program administrative functions, providing Leadership, oversight, and coordination to each
Coordinated the program's menu of services with the board or Regents for graduate students campus-wide and the Lead Network
Assisted in interpreting and implementing policies and procedures—drafted budget reports for the Director's review and approval and day-to-day budgetary oversight and planning.

Women of Faith Women’s National Conference

2007-2009

Coordinated and developed public relations with non-profits and the private sector in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho for attendance at WOF National Conferences
Significant arena events (55,000-75,000 people attendance)
Public relations and marketing with area media contacts for promotion of the event
This included planning large outreaches, community support, speaking, and meeting with city area non-profit and private sector outreaches: web presence and multimedia campaigns.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Enhanced volunteer engagement by implementing effective recruitment strategies and organizing orientation sessions.
Streamlined the volunteer onboarding process for improved efficiency and increased retention rates.
Produced compelling press releases and media materials that resulted in increased coverage.
Established strong relationships with key journalists, editors, and influencers within the industry.
Cultivated partnerships with external agencies to amplify reach of earned media coverage.

Regional and National Corporations

1990 - 2006

Creative Director for regional corporation businesses
Directed art staff of 5-12 designers
Liaison with the sales department, creating through finishing the production of multimedia sources
Store grand openings, media coverage, special events and promotion direction, and design
Worked with budgets of 350,000 for media trafficking, including newsprint, TV, and radio distributions
Art Director for a monthly magazine, oversaw layout, liaison with editorial department, print proof, ad, and editorial production
Companies included Downings, Silo, Super Valu, Cub Foods, and the International Arabian Horse Association (IAHA).
Developed style guides to promote consistent branding across projects.
Worked with creative teams to develop concept designs for campaigns that resonated with target audiences.
Utilized industry-standard software to design layouts and create storyboards for visual presentations.
Elevated brand awareness by creating visually striking marketing materials for print and digital campaigns.
Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to source materials and equipment needed for production.
Oversaw photoshoots from concept development to post-production editing, ensuring high-quality visuals that aligned with brand identity goals.
Built strong relationships with vendors such as photographers, printers, and illustrators to facilitate seamless project execution.
Directed photo shoots for print and digital media, reviewing each element against client standards and expectations.

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