Development Public Relations

Keiana M.G. Page

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S eeking opportunity as

C ommunications Associate

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M edia, Communications, and Public Relations Specialist

Achievement-driven Communications/Public relations specialist with outstanding qualifications and experience in multiple phases

of nonprofit and political communications. Detailed, results-oriented professional with an extensive record of accomplishment in

increasing visibility of low-key and high-profile organizations. At ease with budget limitations, deadlines, and high pressure

situations. Strong ability to influence story angles, forge strategic alliances, and build consensus. In-depth program management

experience from conception to implementation through team development and leadership skills. . Available for travel and

relocation.

Areas of Expertise

Nonprofit communications Public & media relations

Political public relations Media spokesperson

Writing and editing Creative media strategies

Development of training materials Web & Print Content Development

Graphics design Media event planning & advancement

Professional social networking Photography

Professional Experience

Virginia Senate Democratic Caucus Richmond, VA

Communications Director, 1/2011 to Present

Establishes local and national media and public contacts for disseminating information.

Recommends public relations course of action in crisis and in routine public relations

situations.

Acts as organization spokesperson, representing officials at in media interviews, meetings,

and at local and state functions.

Identifies potential public relations problems and advised officials on preventative actions.

Coordinates press conferences, events and special projects.

Oversees the development and use of public relations strategies.

Plans and manages publicity and promotional events and internal information programs.

Advises officials on interview techniques before media contact.

Initiates, develops, and maintains media contacts for disseminating information.

Researches and writes talking points and position papers on selected topics for elected

officials.

Writes materials for and directs the layout of informational materials such as news releases,

bulletins, and fundraising materials.

Produces and edits audio-visual materials used to generate media coverage and social

networking.

Operates various cameras and audio-visual equipment.

South Carolina Democratic Party Columbia, SC

Communications Director, 10/2007 to 1/2011

Initiated, developed, and maintained media contacts for disseminating information.

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Planned and managed all publicity or promotional events, internal information programs, or

public information programs for a small employer.

Acted as organization spokesperson, representing officials at in media interviews, meetings,

and at local, state and national functions.

Identified potential public relations problems and advised officials on preventative actions.

Coordinated press conferences, events and special events, including the South Carolina

Democratic Party s annual Jefferson-Jackson Dinner.

Oversaw the development and use of public relations strategies.

Planed and managed publicity and promotional events, including a series of gubernatorial

debates.

Advised officials on interview techniques before media contact.

Wrote materials for and directed the layout of informational materials such as news releases,

bulletins, and fundraising materials.

Directed the production of printed publications and created content for newsletters and mass

emails using Results Mail and Swiftpress

Assisted in coordination of and oversaw operations of the SCDP s First in the South Primary

Media Filing Center

Managed Party website and social networking sites and email distribution lists using Simple

content and Drupal

Developed instructional materials and facilitated media workshops for Campaign University

and other Democratic Party training sessions

The Clinton Chronicle Clinton, SC

Staff writer, 1/2006 to 10/2007

Covered a wide range of areas, including news, local government, crime, education,

healthcare, and lifestyle as a full time staff writer and photographer for a weekly newspaper.

Provided complete and compelling coverage of anticipated and spontaneous news.

Earned award for writing and photojournalism from the South Carolina Press Association.

Education

Benedict College Columbia, SC

Bachelor of Arts, 12/2005

Major: Communications l Graduated Suma Cum Laude

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