Paula Saha Email & Phone Number

Springfield Township, Nj, Us

New Brunswick, Nj

Newark, Nj

Instructor for the introductory journalism course at Rutgers University.

Manage donor events, conferences, public relations and marketing for non-profit news site NJ Spotlight. Establish and manage content partnerships, coach staff on best practices for online publications, track metrics to inform growth. More than tripled Facebook following through paid and earned means, and led exponential organic growth on Twitter. Took on increased responsibilities spanning multiple aspects of NJ Spotlight operations including: weekly and promotional email campaigns; ad server management; sponsor communications; grant writing; funder and donor relations; producing public discussion and donor events. Conceived, planned and led logistics for NJ Spotlight’s first major conference, NJ Spotlight On Cities, a daylong, multi-track event with over 60 speakers and 200 attendees.

Newark, Nj

Media strategy, publicity, internal and external messaging for one of the nation's largest performing arts centers. Secured and managed media coverage for performances, arts education programs and special events. Managed social media to an increase in Facebook followers of over 60 percent; created social media content; planned special events; wrote talking points and presentations for Center leadership; conceived and executed promotions with marketing department; wrote internal newsletter; developed “brand voice” for NJPAC website; wrote and revised copy and managed assets for website redesign.

Founding partner in startup public relations firm that specialized in promoting and raising the profile of nonprofit organizations.Developed and executed a 12-month tri-state media campaign to promote the American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. Pitched and placed articles and op/eds in major regional media outlets, including newspapers, magazines, television, radio and internet. Wrote and edited press releases, op/eds, profiles, website content, quarterly newsletters and annual report for the American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey.

Consulted with the New Jersey State Bar Association to co-produce video on program providing free legal services to returning veterans. Duties included developing script from research and interviews, writing script, questioning subjects on-camera, editing assistance and music selection.Handled social media and public relations for NJ Spotlight, a public policy news website start-up.Media relations liaison for the Northeast office of Earthjustice, a non-profit, environmental law firm. Duties include drafting and shopping op/ed pieces and reaching out to local reporters in advance of breaking stories.

Staff writer and community news columnist for New Jersey's largest newspaper, specializing in municipal coverage, environmental policy and general news features.

Covered education and Syracuse City Hall

Wrote articles and assisted with layout and website for The University Record, the internal publication for staff and faculty at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.

Masters, Journalism

Bachelors Degree, English, American Culture

Bachelor'S, English And American Culture