ERIK SWANSON
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Creative Communications Specialist with
an excellent record of technical writing
success through website management,
social media communications, and email
marketing efforts. At the Department of
Energy's Office of Fossil Energy and
Carbon management, I have experience
with energy management systems,
technologies, and writings. With
comparable experience on Capitol Hill
and various trade associations, I have
extensive experience and success in
research, analytics, and dissecting
technical language.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Skilled in website development,
graphics, Photoshop, Adobe CS,
InDesign, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Polling, Communications, Grassroots
organizational structures, and social
media management.
Media kit preparation.
Speechwriting, Copywriting, and
Technical Writing.
Video production, scriptwriting, and
editing.
Tampa, Florida Cell: 281-***-**** Email: ****.*********@*****.*** CAREER SUMMARY
Manage press release process for funding opportunities in coordination with National Laboratories and the Department Headquarters.
Manage website content development and implement strategies to enhance usability; maintained internal intranet.
Developed communication strategies that include direct stakeholder engagement, media out reach and social media content creation. United States Department of Energy - Communications Specialist Washington, DC
09/2020 to Present
Draft press releases, media advisories, talking points, social media posts, and speeches.
Work with colleagues in various departments to create a unified messages through public relations efforts, in conjunction with various events. Drafted regular member communications to encourage lobby efforts for title agents. Led lobby delegations regularly on Capitol Hill
Produced original video content including scripts for members of congress and their staff including the Speaker of the House.
Assisted in speechwriting, press release, social media content, and video production support.
Collaborated to organize grassroots support efforts. Created and amplified social media content.
Traveled with the candidate and executive staff to speaking engagements. American Land Title Association- Fellow
Washington, DC
01/2019 to 05/2019
United States House of Representatives- Fellow
Washington, DC
01/2017 to 12/2019
Wendy Long for United States Senate- Deputy Manager New York, NY
02/2016 to 11/2016
Carly Fiorina For President- Campaign Analyst
Manchester, NH
05/2015 to 02/2016
American Hotel and Lodging Association- Communications Coordinator Washington, DC
06/2019 to 09/2020
EDUCATION
The University of Tampa
Deans List
Member of Phi Alpha Theta Honor
Society
Masters of Business Administration (MBA),
Expected 2022
The Catholic University of America
Bachelors of Arts: History 2019