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Advising and providing support to the organization on its broader communications strategy centered on national/federal campaigns including writing and placing editorial pieces in major news publications and developing/maintaining relationships with reporters. Working with external vendors to develop new storytelling, video, photo and messaging assets to support digital advertising campaigns.Oversee, manage and troubleshoot the organization's communications technical assistance portfolio that assists state and community advocacy organizations in more than 40 states.Ensure all internal and external materials are consistent with the organization's language, look and mission.Develop, implement and oversee the organization's communications budget and manage the communications team.

Boston, Massachusetts

I provide strategic communications support to several projects within Community Catalyst. Most notably the Center for Consumer Engagement in Health Innovation (the Center), the Dental Access Project and our work advocating for policy-oriented solutions to the high cost of health care. Generally, this falls under;Communications Planning Developing yearly communications plans with all projects that identifies audiences, measurable goals and strategies to ensure a successful year. Overseeing a large, yearly project involved in developing and lifting up individuals’ stories to illustrate how aspirational policy goals can be accomplished by everyday people. Working with programs to develop communications-oriented dissemination plans for new products (fact sheets, whitepapers, toolkits, etc…) that are developed in-house. Member of the organization’s Evaluation Team that assists programs in developing SMART/SMARTIE goals.Digital Media Oversight of the Center’s Twitter (@CCEHI) and involved in the development of social materials for relevant publications across all programs on multiple platforms. Providing analytics reports that measure the effectiveness of our digital outreach. Working with outside vendors on website development and maintenance.Marketing/Promotion/Writing Development of supplemental communications promotional materials to highlight new policy publications or related resources. This could include but is not limited to: Press releases/media advisories, press outreach/pitching, sample social for partner organizations and pp-ed development.Technical Assistance Providing communications counsel to state and community health advocacy groups across the country working on a diverse array of health equity and access issues. Conducting trainings to health advocates and communications on a wider array of issues including Media Training, Opposition Messaging, Message Development, Report Distribution and Communications Planning.

Boston, Ma

Managing senator’s media and constituent outreach and messaging through a variety of platforms including the senator’s website (Drupal & Wordpress), Facebook (personal account and fan page) and Twitter. Producing media advisories, press releases, picture releases, talking points, mailers and e-newsletters for distribution. Organizing and promoting roll-outs and press conferences. Fostering relationships with reporters and handling all media requests. Preparing and producing cable shows for local access channels.

Lansing, Michigan

Managing writing staff and producing a variety of media materials for caucus members, including caucus leadership. This includes, but is not limited to; press releases, media advisories, talking points, website language, TV scripts, electronic and print newsletters and the development of caucus messaging. Proofreading all written materials and using social media as a means of reaching out to the community. Also responsible for campaign materials including CTE pieces, walk cards, website text and lobby letters.

Organizing workgroup materials in anticipation of the hiring of a Program Director to oversee the Michigan Consumers for Healthcare Advancement, a non-profit coalition advocating consumer input into the implementation of the new Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act in Michigan.

Mi State Senate

Preparing talking points, press releases and e-newsletters on legislative issues. Assisting constituents and interest groups with legislative questions and bill proposals. Accompanying Senator on the Senate floor with voting, legislative information and amendment preparation. Handling all introduced legislation including but not limited to: testifying before committees; research drafting and introduction of legislation; preparation for committee; and meeting with lobbyists, interest groups and policy staff on legislative business

Representative John Espinoza (03/06 - 09/08)Representative Gary McDowell (01/06 - 03/06)Democratic Communications (10/05-01/06)

Personal responsibility of achieving fund-raising and letter writing expectations. Integrating new personnel into office setting and working with them through their training to ensure their success. Factually discussing environmental legislation with citizens across the state.

Ba, Theatre

Political Science

Took some classes out of boredom and convenience.