Micah Azzano Email & Phone Number

Washington, District Of Columbia

Oversees multiple federal and nonprofit contracts, and manages the staff supporting these efforts. Projects include work with the Health and Human Services Family and Youth Services Bureau (FYSB), U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Department of Labor, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Defense and Amputee Coalition. Ms. Azzano is a communications expert with extensive experience in event management and webinar support, as well as… Show more Oversees multiple federal and nonprofit contracts, and manages the staff supporting these efforts. Projects include work with the Health and Human Services Family and Youth Services Bureau (FYSB), U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Department of Labor, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Defense and Amputee Coalition. Ms. Azzano is a communications expert with extensive experience in event management and webinar support, as well as overseeing outreach and relationship building with partners and champions for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Her work includes a mix of project management, internal communications, external communications and digital strategy, as well as proficiency in project management and communication tools including Cision, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Drupal, Trello, InDesign, Excel, Word, Google for Business Tools, Constant Contact, MuckRack, Canva, Monday.com, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, and other supporting software. Show less

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Communications expert and database administrator tasked with developing and managing communication plans and eight distinct databases. Regular tasks and responsibilities include:•Directing and editing the productions of print and digital client requested documents and communications including website content, company brochures, customized program reports based database queries, mass email and mailings, as well as developing regular outreach communications to program subject matter… Show more Communications expert and database administrator tasked with developing and managing communication plans and eight distinct databases. Regular tasks and responsibilities include:•Directing and editing the productions of print and digital client requested documents and communications including website content, company brochures, customized program reports based database queries, mass email and mailings, as well as developing regular outreach communications to program subject matter experts, program staff, and other niche audiences. •Managing eight individual grant competition programs’ database systems supporting and tracking the information for 20 plus onsite grant reviews. •Maintaining regular communications and contact with high profile federal clients within the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Department of Labor and other departments; and providing customers with regular project updates on major tasks and deliverables. •Developing and managing customized competition databases; tailoring database modules, tables, forms, and reports to client specifications; uploading data generated from multiple sources into competition databases using modified queries and linking to external sources; and validating information within the database for accuracy regarding final outcomes and deliverables.•Generating monthly reports for customers and providing on-site assistance with all aspects of the federal grant competitions such as applicant screening, assigning and tracking application review status with subject matter exports, maintaining current final scores, and developing ED’s final rank order of applicants with recommendations for funding. Show less

College Park, Md

Manages and directs all communication and outreach efforts designed to increase visibility and media coverage. This includes using social media and other cost effective outreach strategies and tactics to proactively identify promotional opportunities that further National History Day’s (NHD) mission and annual goals. Regular tasks and responsibilities include:• Identifying and cultivating creative marketing opportunities that engage target audiences and generate both funding opportunities… Show more Manages and directs all communication and outreach efforts designed to increase visibility and media coverage. This includes using social media and other cost effective outreach strategies and tactics to proactively identify promotional opportunities that further National History Day’s (NHD) mission and annual goals. Regular tasks and responsibilities include:• Identifying and cultivating creative marketing opportunities that engage target audiences and generate both funding opportunities and program participation.• Managing, maintaining, and updating the NHD website, 100leaders.org, and multiple NHD social media accounts including: Twitter, Facebook, and the Voice of NHD Blog.• Providing recommendations for updating NHD’s systems and web presence, including launching a new NHD website (new.nhd.org) that will replace the current website at www.nhd.org. • Managing and directing junior staff members on projects to ensure consistency and quality.• Developing and executing strategic communications plans and providing regular progress reports for the NHD Board of the Directors on the status of current public affairs efforts.• Developing and pitching stories to regional, national, and international media, and cultivating on-going relationships with key reporters.• Working closely with and periodically assisting more than 60 affiliate coordinators with media strategies and communications.• Increasing the organization’s brand recognition through strategic media placements and mobilizing the 10,000 member of the NHD network.• Promoting new programs and ensuring active participation in online courses, special website projects, and other NHD events and activities. • Writing, editing, and distributing clear and compelling pitch letters, press releases, op-eds, and articles. Show less

Arlington, Va

Manages the Kratos Learning Communications Department and its team in providing national initiatives the support needed to reach and engage audiences. Directs all online media outreach and content development efforts related to client programs and projects. Offers recommendations regarding new technologies and oversees their implementation. Provides daily content updates and analyzes user engagement. Regular tasks and responsibilities include: • Integrating the use of social media tools… Show more Manages the Kratos Learning Communications Department and its team in providing national initiatives the support needed to reach and engage audiences. Directs all online media outreach and content development efforts related to client programs and projects. Offers recommendations regarding new technologies and oversees their implementation. Provides daily content updates and analyzes user engagement. Regular tasks and responsibilities include: • Integrating the use of social media tools into national campaigns within government agencies and illustrating their role in achieving goals.• Providing regular updates to key partners and stakeholders through press releases, blogs, newsletters, webinars, and meetings.• Developing and managing web content, layouts, and designs across multiple websites supported by government agencies and foundations. • Implementing cutting edge communication and public relation solutions supporting federal and state initiatives and programs including: ELL-U, Policy2Performance, and Designing instruction for Career Pathways. • Directing state and national integrated communications campaigns involving media, third party organizations, and federal administrators. • Writing and executing communications and marketing plans for multiple accounts for the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Department of Labor, and the Open Society Institute.• Promoting and maintaining three online communities supporting federal initiatives to target audiences, using creative cost effective solutions, including new media and direct marketing.• Mentoring and managing communications staff and coordinating with the art and technology directors on new innovative initiatives and campaigns. Show less

Washington, Dc

Specialized in providing client services related to digital media campaigns. Provided daily updates to clients and senior staff and responded to online content and media contacts at the regional and international levels. Managed the social media and other online accounts for high-profile clients to foster the growth of their online presence and afford them control over their online reputation. Reviewed and recommended new online tools for clients to engage niche target audiences related to… Show more Specialized in providing client services related to digital media campaigns. Provided daily updates to clients and senior staff and responded to online content and media contacts at the regional and international levels. Managed the social media and other online accounts for high-profile clients to foster the growth of their online presence and afford them control over their online reputation. Reviewed and recommended new online tools for clients to engage niche target audiences related to international policy. Directed and managed the company’s junior staffs’ daily tasks and assignments. Regular tasks and responsibilities included:• Providing high-level guidance to clients on a wide range of public relation needs, including: advocacy, social media strategies, and media relations.• Working closely with Account Directors and Vice Presidents overseeing the day-to-day operations of client programs with a primary focus on developing quality press materials, media relations, and digital media relations. • Developing and implement comprehensive social and traditional media campaigns, along with supporting materials.• Updating and maintaining constant communication and activity across several social media platforms on multiple accounts for clients.• Managing and maintaining working relationship with clients and serve as the day-to-day client contact on multiple accounts.• Organizing regular news scans on topics and issues of interest to clients and craft responses and actions to coverage as needed. • Delegating and monitoring junior team members’ work, and providing regular feedback on assignments for quality assurance purposes. Show less

Washington, Dc

Developed and maintained online and print content materials related to client initiatives, and informed federal appointees of new media tools and their applications to outreach efforts. Worked with the creative team and senior management to develop innovative audience engagement ideas that could be implement across projects and utilized both new media and traditional outreach strategies. Regular tasks and responsibilities included:• Providing on-site public relations and outreach support… Show more Developed and maintained online and print content materials related to client initiatives, and informed federal appointees of new media tools and their applications to outreach efforts. Worked with the creative team and senior management to develop innovative audience engagement ideas that could be implement across projects and utilized both new media and traditional outreach strategies. Regular tasks and responsibilities included:• Providing on-site public relations and outreach support to the communications director and public affairs staff at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Employment and Training Administration (ETA). • Serving as liaison to creative team to produce and oversee publication, logo and design projects development, including: initiating creative briefs, developing dissemination plans and managing vendors. • Writing, editing, and disseminating communications materials through various communications channels including multiple Web 2.0 websites. • Developing, editing, and managing content for government initiative websites. • Creating, populating, and monitoring professional networking site for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). • Managing and maintaining ETA materials and products for distribution. • Producing and implementing strategies for ETA internal communication campaign. • Coordinating branding, messaging, and outreach for new ETA initiatives and programs. Show less

Washington, Dc

Assisted senior communications staff with developing and planning internal communication activities, and provided content to regularly update the internal employee intranet website. Addressed media requests and work closely with on-air talent to promote and book speaking engagements. Under the direction of senior communications staff, aided in the crisis communication planning and outreach during an employee strike. Regular tasks and responsibilities included:• Assisting with the planning… Show more Assisted senior communications staff with developing and planning internal communication activities, and provided content to regularly update the internal employee intranet website. Addressed media requests and work closely with on-air talent to promote and book speaking engagements. Under the direction of senior communications staff, aided in the crisis communication planning and outreach during an employee strike. Regular tasks and responsibilities included:• Assisting with the planning and promotion of internal events and staff volunteer effort with So Others May Eat and other local non-profit organization.• Researching and writing feature stories for NPR intranet and internet sites focusing on issues related to NPR employees. • Reviewing, editing, and testing newly revised intranet website’s usability, functionality, content consistency, and syntax.• Responding and assisting senior communications staff with listener concerns, public announcements, and media concerns IT department strike. Show less

• Organize and manage reporters and technical needs for press conferences.• Write and distribute press releases and pitch letters. • Contribute to organization and planning of the Iba Awards Ceremony. • Develop creative marketing and advertising, plans, copy and visuals.

M.A., Communication And Organizational Leadership

B.A., Public Relations And Advertising

Activities and Societies: The Mirror (student newspaper), Delta Delta Delta, KDRU (student radio station), Mid America PRC

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