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Stephanie Grisham

Plainville,KS

Summary

Senior communications professional seeking to leverage experience in promoting organizations or people in a positive way and developing mass communications strategy. Passionate for media relations, crisis communications and informational messages to build brand image, inform general public of successes and initiatives, and influence target audiences. Excellent press relationships and writing skills, extensive experience as a spokesperson.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Communications Consultant

Democracy Now
Washington, DC
06.2023 - 12.2024
  • Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of current affairs relevant to the political landscape.
  • Developed and maintained close working relationships with members of press - local, national and International.
  • Planned/directed development and communication of organization initiatives to maintain favorable public or donor perceptions.
  • Applied communications expertise to help executives implement strategic plans for branding, marketing and public relations initiatives.

Press Secretary

United States White House
Washington, DC
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Represented the President of the United States with local, national and International media outlets.
  • Developed and maintained close working relationships with members of national and International press.
  • Traveled with the President and First Lady on domestic and International travel. Prepped them for media interviews, events, and bilateral meetings with world leaders.
  • Ensured timely responses to inquiries from media outlets regarding important issues facing the White House and nation.
  • Hired and oversaw staff of 80 in press and communications offices.
  • Held Top Secret security clearance, ensuring proper handling and routing of communications and classified information.
  • Expanded personnel skills by mentoring press and communications teams both individually and in groups.
  • Performed crisis management and preemptive communications planning for the President, First Lady nd members of White House Senior Staff.
  • Oversaw press and communications budgets and implemented effective financial strategies.
  • Spearheaded and approved speeches, talking points, press releases, and statements on behalf of the President and First Lady.

Press Secretary

AZ House of Representatives
Phoenix, AZ
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Advised Speaker of the House and Majority Caucus on policy initiatives, communications strategy and best practices when interacting with the press.
  • Managed daily media inquiries, responding in a timely manner with accurate information.
  • Wrote and distributed press releases on behalf of the Speaker and Majority Caucus to announce new policy initiatives or legislation for distribution to various media channels.
  • Researched relevant topics to provide valuable insights during meetings or discussions with regard to policy and potential legislation.
  • Facilitated interviews between the Speaker or members of the Majority Caucus and reporters, bloggers.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals to add value to communications team.
  • Cultivated relationships with local, regional, national, and International media outlets.

Director of Communications and Media Relations

AZ Office of Attorney General
Phoenix, AZ
02.2012 - 01.2015
  • Assessed communications and marketing projects against budgets and timelines, keeping team and assignments on task.
  • Advised the Attorney General and senior management on best practices when interacting with the press.
  • Prepared speeches, talking points, press releases and marketing materials for the Attorney General senior management.
  • Managed daily media inquiries, responding in a timely manner with accurate information.
  • Oversaw development of marketing materials such as brochures, presentations and advertisements on behalf of community outreach department.
  • Negotiated with marketing vendors to obtain most cost-effective pricing for product distribution.
  • Planned strategic communications and advertising campaigns for online, print and other mediums.
  • Oversaw the production of content for social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube.
  • Generated reports outlining the success of communications and marketing campaigns utilizing metrics from analytics tools.

Skills

  • Speech Writing
  • Public Relations Strategies
  • Communications Leadership
  • Public Speaking
  • Media Relations
  • Spokesperson Experience
  • Crisis Communications Expert

Accomplishments

  • Author of New York Times Bestseller, "I'll Take Your Questions Now"

Affiliations

  • President & founder of a non-profit animal sanctuary, Benjamin's Animal Sanctuary - www.benjaminsanimalsanctuary.org

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sr. Communications Consultant

Democracy Now
06.2023 - 12.2024

Press Secretary

United States White House
01.2017 - 01.2021

Press Secretary

AZ House of Representatives
01.2014 - 01.2016

Director of Communications and Media Relations

AZ Office of Attorney General
02.2012 - 01.2015

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