Aaron Bledsoe Email & Phone Number

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

In the role of Senior Communications Specialist, I have the privilege of providing support to Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratory’s (WDL) communication efforts to align staff and partnering organizations. The Senior Communications Specialist demonstrates excellence in communications, analytic abilities, project oversight, presentation skills, customer service standards and follow-through with clients and colleagues. I develop content for internal communications and publications; including writing, copy editing, research and proofreading, while using appropriate communication mediums for various target audiences. Last but not least, I assist with planning efforts for special events.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Coordinate the production of promotional materials including, but not limited to print and digital collateral, broadcast emails and/or other materials. Coordinate the regular drafting, scheduling, monitoring and reporting of key analytics of engaging content for society social media accounts including, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram. Lead trainings for LISC partners, including Brew City Match businesses to engage local media, new marketing technologies, best practices and industry trends. Organize special meetings, media events and other projects such as research reporters and media outlets, press material creation, pitching, media monitoring and reporting. Support LISC annual event such as the Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation and lead the Crime Prevention Awards. Writes, edits, and designs articles, press releases, announcements, and general correspondence, and ensures distribution through appropriate channels to intended audiences. Reviews websites to ensure all information is up to date and presents a uniform message.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Created digital content and managed the Milwaukee Urban League’s Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn accounts. In addition, create content and work with webmaster to update Milwaukee Urban League’s website.Wrote and edited correspondence as well as press releases, radio commercials, and other communications for the Milwaukee Urban League. Created and distributed invitations and newsletters, as well as manage the contact information of Milwaukee Urban League donors and supporters using Constant Contact.Assisted Organizational Support and Special Projects Manager with planning and organizing of agency sponsored events and meetings including, but not limited to: Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon, Black and White Ball, Centennial Celebration events, Annual Meetings, Board meetings, and community events.Designed marketing and promotional materials including flyers, program brochures, visual presentations, information sheets and forms for the Milwaukee Urban League’s events and programs. Represent the Milwaukee Urban League on various community committees and workgroups that are designed to advocate for the needs of under-served populations in the Milwaukee community.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Managed the daily activities of the Office of the Milwaukee Urban League President & CEO, representing and communicating the interests of the President’s office to the Board of Directors, senior level managers, members, employees and the public. Organized meetings, scheduled appointments and maintained President’s calendar; while also multi-tasking and prioritizing President and agency needs on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.Managed all communications from in-person visitors, telephone callers and written correspondence. In addition, keep administrative files organized and accessible. Wrote and edited correspondence as well as press releases, radio commercials, and other communications for the Milwaukee Urban League. Prepared and maintained Board of Directors and Staff contact information. In addition, served as agency support for Board of Directors.Registered President and senior level management for meetings, conferences, and social events. Set up and maintained all databases (mailing lists, membership lists, community lists etc.).Assisted Management Support and Special Projects Coordinator with planning and organizing agency sponsored events and meetings including, but not limited to: Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon, Black and White Ball, Centennial Celebration events, staff meetings, Board meetings, and community events.Designed marketing and promotional materials including flyers, program brochures, information sheets, and forms for the Milwaukee Urban League.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Planned official events and lectures for the Center for Peacemaking. This included soliciting speaker recommendations, scheduling events, finalizing speaker contracts, handling travel and event logistics, and publicizing events.Responsible for the design of communications and promotional materials including advertisements, program brochures, information sheets, forms, and reports.Maintained the creation and updating of all digital content for the Center for Peacemaking website and email templates. This also included the editing and post production of promotional videos and media using Adobe Premiere ProAssisted the associate director with student recruitment. This includes interacting with current and prospective Marquette students and designing informational and promotional materials with the goal of increasing participation in the peace studies major and Center for Peacemaking programs.Interviewed and composed articles and short stories for the Center for Peacemaking’s programs that increased the center’s public and university profile.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Facilitated and collaborated in developing a nonviolence behavior education curriculum focused on teaching at-risk youth skills in effective communication, active listening, critical observation, mediation techniques, anger management, self-reflection, and problem-solving using group interaction, exercises and reflection. Provided professional development and coaching to school staff to help improve school culture and relationship building with students. Mentored transitioned students who transferred back into the Milwaukee Public School district.Managed Peace Works Assistants through professional development trainings, team building and educational enrichment activities. Maintained precise records of all students and activities; and gathered required data for reporting purposes.

Greater Milwaukee Area

Milwaukee Wisconsin

• Created treatments and potential questions for each segment • Wrote scripts for voiceovers of segments• On-Air correspondent who introduced segments and interviews featured guests• Produced and edited video segments using Avid Media Composer

Greater Milwaukee Area

Undergraduate student majoring in Broadcast and Electronic Communication and minoring in Social Welfare and Justice

Greater Milwaukee Area

• Assisted Segment producers create scripts for 5PM and 10PM shows• Interviewed guests on location being covered by the correspondents • Transcribed audio from various interviews and log into news database• Assisted field reporters and videographers during field production assignments

Master Of Arts - Ma, Digital Communication Strategies

Bachelor'S Degree, Broadcast And Electronic Communication

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast And Electronic Communication

Activities and Societies: National Association of Black Journalists Marquette University Television National Association.

Education record