Dynamic, creative and results oriented Communications Specialist xxxxxxth broad based experience in formulating communications messaging, eager to contribute superior relationships management, customer service, project management, research, strategic plan implementation and leadership skills toward supporting a progressive organization in the position of Corporate Communications Specialist.  Professional Qualities Include:

 

   Outgoing and articulate communicator xxxxxxth strong writing, editorial and presentation skills.

   Solid graphic design skills xxxxxxth proficiencies in creative development, design and software applications.

   Reputation as an effective and compelling facilitator xxxxxxth the ability to engage others.

   Critical thinker, able to develop strategic plans, sound judgments and compelling arguments.

   Outstanding interpersonal skills xxxxxxth a record of creating strategic alliances xxxxxxth corporate partners.

   Effective working both independently and as part of a team. Committed to ideals of excellence.

   Energetic and organized, managed multiple simultaneous tasks in a fast paced setting.

   Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Lotus Notes, Quark, Illustrator and Photoshop.

 

 

American Cancer Society Waukesha, XXXXXX                                                                                                      1999 to Present

Consumer Education Specialist                                                                                                                       2006 to Present  

   Lead creative development processes for consumer education materials; oversee, design and maintain eSource, prepare special event collaterals and develop messaging in direct conjunction xxxxxxth the organizations overall mission and vision.

   Develop and facilitate training for Survivorship volunteers and CR staff, evaluate resource center requests and contribute superior writing skills toward supporting Resource Center communications strategies.

 

Communications Assistant                                                                                                                                        1999 to 2006

   Created and maintained a highly effective system-xxxxxxde database to track media impressions; analyzed, gathered and translated data.

   Responded to media inquiries and ensured a response xxxxxxthin 24 hours; leveraged media relationships to drive targeted messaging and formed strong partnerships to support organizational goals.

   Designed communications pages on the intranet, collaborated xxxxxxth internal resources to formulate publicity materials, and contributed toward the creation of press releases, marketing collateral, PSA s and corporate communications mediums.

 

Manpower Staffing, Chicago, IL - On-Site Coordinator                                                                                 1998 to 1999

   Provided leadership and oversight for 200 temporary employees, and cultivated business relationship xxxxxxth 150+ clients.

   Extensively interacted xxxxxxth accounts to gather detailed assignment requirements, resolved customer concerns, and ensured that each temporary employee understood and supported the clients expectations for quality and productivity.

 

The MacPhee Group,  Pasadena, CA - Account Executive                                                                          1993 to 1998

   Maintained superior client relationships and managed accounts valued at over $3MM annually.

   Developed and facilitated key account presentations, secured critical business relationships and effectively managed internal and external resources to launch products according to strict timelines.

 

 

Macalester College St. Paul, MN  - Bachelor of Arts, International Studies xxxxxxth a Minor in Humanities