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Ricardo Prieto

Clearwater,FL

Summary

An accomplished communications professional with a decade of experience leading editorial teams. Offering excellent management and organizational skills to coordinate multiple, concurrent projects. Articulate writer with talent for creating engaging content for public, media and corporate entities.

As an Editor and Communications Manager at Charter Communications, I spearheaded the creation of a National News department for Spectrum Networks. The department grew from an idea into a fully operational National News network with millions of daily viewers.

With a solid background in media relations and corporate communications, I possess a unique blend of skills that enables me to effectively communicate messages to diverse audiences. I have a keen eye for identifying newsworthy angles and consistently deliver high-quality content that engages and drives conversation. My experience has equipped me with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to remain calm and focused in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Editorial and Communications Manager

Charter Communications
01.2020 - Current
  • Leads a strong, experienced communications team that plans and executes SOPs for coverage of worldwide events
  • Runs daily editorial meetings with company leaders nationwide to ensure our messaging advances the company's mission and values
  • Represent my Department at company webinars and corporate meetings
  • Oversee my Department's administrative duties; scheduling, budgets, employee onboarding, training guides, etc
  • Approve news content distribution across multiple media platforms such as: cable television, streaming services, social media, and Youtube
  • Craft clear and engaging employee communications through emails, newsletters, Sharepoint sites, event planners, and more.

National Content Producer

Charter Communications
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Spearheaded the creation of a new National News and Communications Department at Spectrum News.
  • Oversee training and mentorship of new hires
  • Cultivate working relationships with public relations officials, government agencies, political figures, and leading experts from across the nation
  • Review data metrics of my Department's performance
  • Present findings to executive-level company stakeholders through oral presentations.

Associate Producer

Charter Communications
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Video-logging and editing
  • Press release sourcing and writing
  • Break down complex topics into easily digestible news stories for diverse audiences

Producer

WPLG Local 10
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Build hour-long live newscasts seen in Broward, Miami-Dade, and Monroe counties
  • Communicate and coordinate with 2 anchors and 3-4 reporters/photographers in the field daily, pitch story ideas daily
  • Delegate assignments to associate producers/writers.

Education

Bachelor's in Communications -

University of Miami
Miami
05.2014

Skills

  • Strategic Communication
  • Internal Communications
  • Media Relations
  • Brand Messaging
  • Time Management
  • Public Speaking
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Strong Analytical Thinker
  • Corporate Communications
  • Project Management
  • Content Development
  • Writing & Copyediting

Certification

  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • COMP TIA A+ Certification

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Editorial and Communications Manager

Charter Communications
01.2020 - Current

National Content Producer

Charter Communications
01.2019 - 01.2020

Associate Producer

Charter Communications
01.2016 - 01.2019

Producer

WPLG Local 10
01.2015 - 01.2016

Bachelor's in Communications -

University of Miami
Ricardo Prieto