Erica George Email & Phone Number

Washington, DC

Oakland, California, United States

Drove the communications strategies for the A’s business operations, including player initiatives, community programs and fundraisers, corporate partnerships, marketing promotions, sales and ticketing, and plans to build a new ballpark; worked collaboratively with the baseball communications team to develop, organize, and pitch key messaging and stories to.

Oakland, California

Oversaw communications, including player/team-related media relations, during an abbreviated Major League Baseball season. Served as a team PR representative throughout the regular season and the postseason; facilitated hundreds of individual media requests in a completely virtual setting.

Oakland, California

Drafted and executed creative ways to tell the A’s business story to local and national media, resulting in more than $300 million in positive media coverage in two years. Established and grew relationships with local and national media, including TV, radio, and print.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Area

Secured positive local, regional, and national media coverage through targeted pitching and the creation of key communications materials, including press releases and media advisories. Created content and managed all social media accounts for the team, mascot Rumble the Bison, and Thunder Girls dance team with a total following of more than 10 million fans.

Miami, Fla.

Prepared game information and statistics to media members under deadline through the creation of media guides, season reports, minor league reports, and game notes.Drafted press releases and media advisories detailing team transactions, marketing and sales promotions, ballpark events, and community initiatives with the intent to create, support, and.

Gainesville, Florida

• Drove all internal and external communications through the creation of the e-mail newsletter, management of social media accounts and daily maintenance of the organization’s website
• Secured media coverage and served as the organization’s primary point of contact for events and fundraisers
• Established and fostered relationships with hundreds of donors and community members through the coordination of several events, including the Arc’s Annual Appreciation Breakfast

Gainesville, Florida

• Assisted in the day-to-day functions of the ballpark
• Supported the marketing team with in-game promotions and giveaways
• Created a welcoming environment and provided quality customer service to park visitors

Sunrise, Florida

• Launched and oversaw the social media portion of the “Red Rising” marketing campaign, which resulted in thousands of social media posts from followers, by creating online content, maintaining fan interaction and.
• Assisted with daily website maintenance and email marketing initiatives
• Wrote player feature stories for the team website
• Generated content and researched statistical data for the team’s 2014 NHL Draft Guide and 2014 Media Guide
• Coordinated media coverage, player interviews and photo sessions as necessary
• Drafted and distributed news releases announcing team transactions and upcoming events

Gainesville, Florida

• Updated social networking sites on a daily basis
• Maintained formal communication with organizations and potential sponsors
• Drafted press releases for local media outlets
• Recruited contributing writers from universities across the nation

Ocala/Gainesville, Florida

Wrote post-game stories and feature articles covering the top-ranked University of Florida softball team