Kerri Brusca Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

Greater New York City Area

Create fresh narratives that define consumer, corporate, crisis communications strategies and positioning for entertainment, and personal publicity clients within event, comedy, film, TV, music, podcast, publishing, streaming /tech, CPG.+Senior communication lead for accounts; oversee and generate global press coverage for high-profile events, executives, brands and artists release initiatives +Lead special event organization and execution including satellite and virtual media tours, press junkets, red carpets, media rooms, launch parties and screenings/premieres+Serve as a role model for professionalism, high standards, and leadership for account teams; Actively mentor direct reports +Provide executive media training and interview preparation+Create and execute collateral materials for campaigns including crisis communications strategies +Oversee and facilitate public relations campaigns for:-Music Festivals/ Events: Milwaukee Summerfest, New York City OZY Fest, Ft. Lauderdale Tortuga Music Festival, Bud Light Super Bowl Music Fest, Bud Light Backyard Tour-Music Artists: Phillip Phillips, Rick Astley, Russell Watson, Dion, Frankie Ballard, Colbie Caillat, Gin Blossoms, Ludovico Einaudi-Corporate & Entertainment Brands: Rodale, Turner Classic Movies, Comedy Dynamics/The Nacelle Company, Bud Light and On Location Experiences, WNYC-Nonprofit Organizations (and events): UNITAS, DKMS, Milwaukee World Festival-Comedians: Jim Gaffigan, Sebastain Maniscalco, Tiffany Haddish, David Cross, Ali Wong, Reggie Watts, Maria Bamford, Eddie Izzard, Craig Ferguson -Film, Television & Streaming: Netflix Down to Earth with Zac Efron, Netflix The Toys and Movies That Made Us, Disney+ Behind the Attraction (with Dwayne Johnson), Hulu There’s… Johnny, Netflix Kevin Hart's Guide to Black History-Publishing: Authors Maria Rodale, Marc Meyers,Jenny Mollen-Consumer Product Goods: Nguyen Coffee Supply, Bud Light, Flying Embers,nuuds Basics Clothing, Issei Mochi Gummies

New York, Ny

Provide marketing, public relations, communications, and artist relations expertise for corporate initiatives, as well as established and new artists at largest independently owned record label in North America.+Directed and facilitated public relations strategy and targeted campaigns for music artists: Jon Batiste, Michael McDonald, Dave Stewart, Vanessa Carlton, Dee Snider-Twisted Sister, The Pretty Reckless, The Hold Steady, The Wiggles, Alvin & The Chipmunks, Kidz Bop Music+Supervised Media Relations team of 10 responsible for over 30 artists in a fast-paced environment; ensured team members met goals with hands-on guidance+Introduced unconventional publicity campaigns to promote new artists at dawn of social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Vine, Snapchat, YouTube); established artists' narrative and online presence via social platforms and digital media outlets+Leveraged personal network to secure strategic marketing partnerships between artists and brands: W Hotels, Monster Energy Drinks, Steve Madden, Macy’s, McDonald’s+Organized SXSW initiatives and showcases for Artery Recordings, Razor & Tie, and Washington Square Records from 2011-2014+Global media outreach and scheduling, national and regional press management, managed interviews, photo shoots, television appearances, artist and tour schedules, press conferences, press junkets+Curated strategic events with fully immersive, engaging brand experiences, including concerts, meet and greets, album release parties, film screenings, showcases, red carpets+Created and implemented long-term, media promotional strategies that generated awareness and millions in revenue for artists+Led new signing and pitch meetings with artists and managers including Foreigner, Vanessa Carlton, The Sword, Neil Sedaka, Michael McDonald and many more

Ran an independently owned consultancy which managed the professional careers of music artists, actors, independent labels and entertainment executives.+Direct and facilitate promotions, marketing, and public relations campaigns for music and entertainment companies, actors, musicians: Carly Simon, Jordin Sparks, Gloria Estefan, Jamie Lynn Sigler, BeBe Winans, Barry Manilow, Jennifer Knapp, and more+Presided over management arm of company with responsibilities including career development and guidance, overseeing strategic marketing and public relations initiatives, contract negotiations, budget coordination, tour development+Initiated unique branding initiatives with leading brands: Starbucks, Cunard, Disney, Revolution Studios, Michael Kors+Produced live concerts for international music artists: Carly Simon, Carole King, Diana Ross, John Fogerty, Rob Thomas, America, Davy Jones, David Cassidy+Executive Producer for Carly Simon: A Moonlight Serenade on the Queen Mary 2 (nominated for 2005 Emmy Award)

Spearheaded public relations campaigns for major entertainment initiatives, including album and book launches, television and film releases with print and online features, television appearances, and special events.+Created high-profile events and secured media coverage for concerts, launch parties, premieres and screenings+Executed fully integrated press campaigns for Weezer, Paulina Rubio, Carly Simon, Jamie Lynn Sigler, Yo-Yo Ma, Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon Film Score, Off Broadway musical Love Janis, Yahoo! Music+Assisted in the execution of press campaigns for Lenny Kravitz, The Wallflowers, The Who, Tina Turner, Trisha Yearwood, Mos Def, Fiona Apple, No Doubt, Macy Gray.

Provided strategic brand counseling, strategy development, and public relations for Alloy, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, UrbanFetch, The Olympics.+Managed high-profile special events, concerts, release parties, speaking engagements, podcasts, and webcasts+Generated revenue through continuous business development: initiated, pitched, and secured new clients