Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

 

Senior Level Marketing & Communications Professional

Cultivate Business Relationships / Successfully Execute Marketing Strategies / Media Relations

 

Profile

 

w Strategic leader with the ability to execute marketing communications that clearly communicate value.

w Track record of creating and executing strategic communications' plans that clearly position, develop awareness, align perception and create distinction.

w Proven ability to manage crisis communications with confidence & achieve desired outcomes.

w Produce exceptional results with tenacity, self-confidence, and an ethical character that elicits respect; identify and leverage positive public relations activities to generate awareness of the value of the organization.

w Expertise in evaluating and optimizing communications plans and choosing high performing communications tools for maximized impact and minimal cost.

w Develop and execute communications strategies programs that demonstrate strategic insight, innovation, and creativity; integrate public relations programs with all elements of marketing mix.

w Ability to drive significant and measurable business impact through strategies to support goals.

w Accountable in a high-profile executive role, overcome complex business challenges and make high-stakes decisions within fast-paced, high-pressure environment using experience-backed judgment, innovation, strong work ethic and integrity.

w Track record of establishing strong media relationships and developing plans to support key events and strategies; develop messaging and content for announcements and presentations, write positioning statements and generate high-level press and broadcast opportunities when possible.

w Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with broad experience creating strong communications messaging.

 

Professional Experience

 

Youngstown Warren Regional Chamber of Commerce (2008 to Present)

Vice President, Education & Workforce Development

w Drive aggressive development initiatives to plan and execute growth initiatives for the Chamber s regional educational and workforce development program; ensure community awareness of workforce, training and educational offerings available through the Chamber of Commerce.

w Interact with local government representatives, educators, and business leaders to provide guidance and steerage for programming designed to enhance the region s K-12 and post secondary educational system; the Tri-County P-16 Program identifies achievement gaps and works in conjunction with regional University leaders to implement strategies to assist students in being better prepared for college level studies.

w Implement recruiting and workforce initiatives with Youngstown State University and Kent State University to provide recruiting opportunities for area businesses and students, and enhance workforce preparation.

w Hired Keynote Media group to promote Steel to Scholars program, coordinate with marketing representatives to develop brand awareness, program logo and marketing strategies to gain community support.

w Communicate project progress and results through public forums including an education column in the Youngstown Business Journal, local television and radio interviews, and regular meetings with local government officials to continue to drive support.

 

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WYTV News Channel 33, Youngstown, Xxxxxx

Main Anchor  (2001 to 2008)

w Performed anchor and education reporter duties; analyzed and interpreted news and information received from various sources in order to be able to broadcast the information.

w Wrote commentaries, examined news items of local, national, and international significance to determine topics to address, and served as anchor on 5, 5:30, 6, and 11 news program

w Gathered information and developed perspectives about news subjects through research, interviews, observation, and experience.

w Presented breaking news coverage on the anchor desk and from the field.

w Emceed local community events and hosted of Angee s Book Club.    

 

Additional Related Positions

 

WTOV News 9, Steubenville, Xxxxxx  (1999 to 2001)

  Anchor/Reporter/Producer

 

Clear Channel Radio, Youngstown, Xxxxxx (1995 to 1999)

Radio Talk Show Host/DJ

 

The Vindicator, Youngstown Xxxxxx (1999 to 2000)                                                            

Newspaper Reporter

 

Xxxxxx County Board Of Education, Warren, Xxxxxx (1995 to 1996)

Substitute Teacher                                                                       

 

Education &Community Volunteer Activities

 

The University Of Akron, Akron, Xxxxxx - Bachelor Of Arts, Political Science (1995)

 

Western Reserve Public Media Board

Xxxxxx County Workforce Investment Board

MCTA, Mahoning & Columbiana Training Association, Workforce Investment Board

Napa Valley to Mahoning Valley Chairperson

Rich Center for Autism, 2008

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

 

Name

Title

Company

Address 1

Address 2

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Date Here

 

Dear <Name Here>,

 

I have enjoyed much success in my career as a Marketing and Communications Executive, and am ready for additional responsibilities and challenges.  Please accept this letter and the attached resume as application for the position of <position here>. I am convinced after reading the description for this position on <location of job ad here>, that I am the ideal candidate for the job.

 

I have an excellent track record of cultivating business relationships and executing sales and marketing plans.  According to the job description for <position here>, you are seeking someone with the ability to <choose something from the job description here>.  I am well versed in <specific here> and know that I could be an integral member of your team.

 

Here a few examples of my success:

w Established excellent working relationships with local governmental officials and University representatives in driving support for educational and workforce development initiatives for the Youngstown Warren Regional Chamber of Commerce

w Became a highly regarded and well known television and radio personality in the Youngstown area; hosted community events, facilitated a popular book club and cultivated relationships with community leaders while supporting worthwhile causes and activities.

 

 

I would like to be considered for a position with <organization here> in which someone of my background could make a contribution. I will contact you soon to arrange for an interview. Should you require any additional information, I can be contacted at the phone numbers listed above.

 

Best Regards,