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Professional Summary
Director of External Affairs responsible for proactively creating the corporate identity of the organization through new and traditional media channels. Oversee the writing and editing of event scripts, speeches and shareholder documents. Familiar with advertising, promotional materials and press releases.
Core Qualifications
Experience
Director of External Affairs, April 2012 – PresentLos Angeles Department of Social Affairs– Los Angeles, CA
- Devise and implement external communications plans that help deliver the organization’s mission and strategy to the public.
- Implement media relations programs that give the organization a positive image with the public and reassure all stockholders that their investments are in safe hands.
- Arrange conferences, write speeches and present presentations for senior executives.
- Develop relationships with community-based organizations and municipal bureaucrats to increase community utilization of services.
- Educate the community about issues affecting it and broaden the community support network for social services.
- Guide all written and information communication relayed to the public and develop the organization’s political contacts.
Director of External Affairs, August 2008 – May 2012
Monterey Social Center– Monterey, CA
- Managed the social media aspects of the organization to establish a coordinated communications strategy that showcased the organization in a positive light.
- Engaged in electronic marketing, public relations and advocacy outreach programs.
- Created a supportive environment for the community and public, promoting grassroots advocacy and voter registration.
Education
2008 Bachelor of Science, Social WorkUniversity of California – Los Angeles, CA