I communicate by proactively planning and then engaging communities on a variety of platforms, monitoring what is being said, both online and in traditional media, and ultimately, by telling true brand narratives well.
Help facilitate thought leadership (i.e. credibility, expertise, strong social voice, community value) for organizations through the creation and marketing of newsworthy, targeted and compelling content and through the utilization of new and social media tools have increased online conversations, community engagement and organizational presence.
Using strategies, creativity and a background in journalism & PR I've discovered, listened to, engaged and formed mutually beneficial relationships w/ individual publics and stakeholders (e.g. brand ambassadors), which in turn has supported larger organizational objectives of increased visibility and, customer satisfaction & the fostering of community.
Edited contributor's news articles, video and blog posts and developed compelling multimedia content for the site.
Participated in the strategic forming of coalitions with other local media in an effort to broaden and increase our audience & the impact of our content
Utilized new media technology to interact with our audience and present them with individualized stories/news relevant to their interests.
Managed and produced content for the political blog 'Politikos Discourse.'