Phyllis Heller Email & Phone Number

Bethesda, Md, Us

Bethesda, Md

As a high-energy professional with a strong track record in brand storytelling and media relations, I help individuals, organizations, and companies, share their stories with the media and the general public, with the goal of raising their public profile. Services I offer include branding, platform building, media coaching, workshop and presentation development, and event management.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Created and implemented successful media outreach campaigns for books published by Sterling, Hachette, The Experiment, Henry Holt, St Martin's, and Harper Collins. Initiated and nurtured lasting relationships and collaborations between clients and major organizations and nonprofits in their area of expertise.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Developed and implemented publicity and marketing campaigns for clients through regional and national outlets including print, broadcast, blogs, and websites. Recent placements include DATELINE, NPR, AP, The New York Times, The Washington Post Magazine, Next Avenue.org, PeopleCommunicationsCreated pitch letters and press materials. Provide clear, timely, and effective communications messages to journalists and the public on a variety of topics including those sensitive or… Show more Developed and implemented publicity and marketing campaigns for clients through regional and national outlets including print, broadcast, blogs, and websites. Recent placements include DATELINE, NPR, AP, The New York Times, The Washington Post Magazine, Next Avenue.org, PeopleCommunicationsCreated pitch letters and press materials. Provide clear, timely, and effective communications messages to journalists and the public on a variety of topics including those sensitive or controversial in nature. Public OutreachContacted and developed alliances with community leaders, advocacy groups, and museums on behalf of clients. Produced live events, conducted press conferences, released media advisories. Show less

Greater Los Angeles Area

Researched, interviewed and scheduled guests for late night talk show pilot for ABC television personality. Executive Producer of highly rated original television movie for CBS. Produced Public Service Announcements for Non-Profit Groups.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Produced segments in the studio and on location for nationally syndicated television talk show. Researched and booked interview subjects. Coordinated and cleared elements for storytelling including photographs, legal documents, and news footage. Wrote scripts under tight deadlines. Interview subjects included celebrities, newsmakers, and individuals with captivating stories to tell. Worked closely with editors to create finished shows and promos.

Ny, Ny

Designed and implemented successful campaigns for best-selling books, including TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE by Mitch Albom, FAILING AT FAIRNESS: How America’s Schools Cheat Girls by David and Myra Sadker, and THINKING IN PICTURES by Temple Grandin.Provided outside support to publicity and marketing departments of major publishers, public relations agencies, and healthcare corporations, on high-profile projects. Planned and executed multi-city publicity tours. Juggled multiple projects.… Show more Designed and implemented successful campaigns for best-selling books, including TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE by Mitch Albom, FAILING AT FAIRNESS: How America’s Schools Cheat Girls by David and Myra Sadker, and THINKING IN PICTURES by Temple Grandin.Provided outside support to publicity and marketing departments of major publishers, public relations agencies, and healthcare corporations, on high-profile projects. Planned and executed multi-city publicity tours. Juggled multiple projects. Trained and supervised four full-time public relations and 15 interns. Set and managed campaign budgets.Media RelationsNegotiated hundreds of appearances on broadcast media such as Oprah, 20/20, and NPR. Obtained coverage in major print outlets such as in the pages of THE NEW YORK TIMES, TIME, and NEWSWEEK. CommunicationsWrote and edited press kits and multi-media presentations. Entered confidentiality agreements with news agencies and cleared information subject to the agreement for release.Public OutreachProduced public forums to shed light on race and gender discrimination in our classrooms, resulting in the development of in-service workshops and the formation of grassroots organizations to spread awareness and support changes in school policies. Collaborated with nonprofits to raise awareness of treatments for health issues including peri-menopause, fertility, depression, headaches, and eating disorders. Show less

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), English & Film Studies

Digital Communications Management And Social Media Marketing Certificate, Marketing

Television Writing

Continuing Education Courses In Advertising