Bentley Washington-Communications Specialist

Bentley “Chip” Washington Home: 901-***-****

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Memphis, TN 38106 ********@*********.***

OBJECTIVE

Persuasive and polished Communications Specialist eager to contribute expertise in marketing, public relations, internal employee relations, corporate communications, media relations and multi-media towards supporting the employer in achieving objectives.

AREAS OF STRENGTH

Employee Communications…Corporate Communications… Employee Relations…Recruitment…Special Event Planning… Press Releases … Marketing … Intranet Communications … Advertising Copy … Adherence to Deadlines … Strategic Marketing … Team Leadership and Training … TV News and Broadcasting … Media Relations…Public Speaking…Crisis Communications… Company Newsletters … Company Spokesman

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

TENARIS GLOBAL SERVICES (MAVERICK TUBE, INC.), Blytheville AR, Feb. 2007 to Present

Internal Communications Specialist

 Navigate effective internal employee communications activities through information-sharing campaigns, special events, internal newsletters, internet communications, regular meetings, and company's global Intranet.

 Maximize company awareness by actively supporting ongoing re-branding efforts and formulating strategies to enhance visibility within community.

 Continuously strengthen communication flow between employees and management as liaison to executive team.

 Assisted HR team in recruitment, employment and training of hourly employees.

 Prepare weekly employee articles and photographs for Tenaris Today Global Intranet website.

 Provide all story content; Chief writer, editor and photographer for monthly internal “Flash” newsletter publication.

 Help to initiate and develop a community relations plan to support greater outreach efforts.

HARRAH’S ENTERTAINMENT, INC., Tunica, MS, 2006 to 2007

Copywriter – Direct Mail Marketing

 Demonstrate innovating thinking in creating copy for special events and promotions in support of three Harrah's properties; Grand, Horseshoe, and Sheraton Casino and Hotels.

 Meticulously review written materials to ensure accuracy and consistency prior to dissemination.

 Captured cost savings by establishing 'in-house' ad agency in cooperation with several outside advertising and print vendors.

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, Memphis, TN, 2005 to 2006

Communications & Marketing Specialist

 Effectively collaborated with local management to formulate and execute powerful, high-impact and results-driven marketing initiatives.

 Applied dynamic interpersonal skills to train, motivate and mentor field staff in communication and marketing.

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TOUGALOO COLLEGE, Jackson, MS, 2001 to 2004

Media Relations & News Manager

 Strategically authored communication pieces to enhance the school's image and visibility.

 Played a leadership role in writing, editing and producing college’s publications.

 Forged, nurtured and maintained strong media relationships, vital to maximizing community awareness and admissions levels.

 Planned, coordinated and delivered communications training to upper management and staff.

MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, Jackson, MS, 2000 to 2001

Director of Communications

 Navigated the development and launch of a statewide public information and communications. plan, and spearheaded training for communications teams in 82 counties.

 Served as communications council to executive management team.

 Editor of monthly internal newsletter.

 Served as primary media spokesman for department.

JACKSON CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU, Jackson, MS, 1998 to 2000

Communications Coordinator

 As official bureau spokesperson, spearheaded media relations by creating brochures, newsletters and other publications geared toward the public.

 Merged creativity with outstanding organizational skills to write and distribute press releases, media advisories, and articles for local, regional and national tourism publications.

Broadcast TV Experience:

Weekend News Anchor / Reporter / Producer

WBBJ-TV, Jackson, TN, 2005 to 2007

Weather Anchor / Reporter / Producer

WHBQ-TV, Memphis, TN, 1995 to 1998

Weather Anchor / Reporter / Producer

WJTV-TV 12, Jackson, MS, 1994 to 1995

Police Spokesman / Community Relations Director

Jackson Police Dept., Jackson, MS, 1992 to 1994

Weather Anchor / Reporter / Videographer / Producer

WAPT-TV 16, Jackson, MS, 1991 to 1992

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications

Almeda University, Boise, ID, 2005

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Broadcast Communications

Cal State Dominguez Hills, Carson, CA, 1980

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