Samantha Barzilay Email & Phone Number

Washington, DC, US

• Design and implement HABRI’s portfolio of events, aligned to the organization’s program and partnership strategies
• Manage event project plans, including budget management, event production, vendor relationships, and event logistics
• Collaborate with HABRI’s internal and external communications and marketing team to develop high-quality materials, media releases, photos, etc. related to events and partner recognition
• Assess outcomes of each event and make design recommendations for continued improvement and value
• Develop effective working relationships with program partners and event hosts, looking for ways to grow and add value for all involved
• Organize and manage the fulfillment of corporate and nonprofit partnerships, working closely with the senior team to ensure understanding of relationships and expectations

New York, NY, US

• Communications:
• Established, executed and measured public relations campaigns and brand refreshes for leading global leading Fortune 500 companies in the health, technology, education, social impact and corporate public affairs sectors
• Worked at the intersection of business and policy to develop responsive, informed strategies to communicate through times of crisis, transition and organizational transformation
• Crafted authentic and relevant strategic messaging and storytelling that clearly articulates a client’s vision and commitment to key stakeholders, including employees, partners and communities
• Wrote client corporate documents such as impact reports, newsletters, leadership e-mails, FAQ sheets and message maps
• Secured bylines and earned media placements in both top-tier and trade publications based on client goals and objectives

New York, NY, US

New York, NY, US

- Coordinate wedding day on-site management and event logistics, assisting with vendor coordination, event setup and managing client needsLa Bella Planning & Design focuses on all the details, big and small, to make sure your vision comes to life and that your event is executed flawlessly. We work closely with you to ensure you enjoy and savor every moment.

Mclean, Virginia, US

• Comprised strategic social media plans for clients that include best practices, long and short-term goals, tactics and sample deliverables
• Managed several client social media accounts through HubSpot, creating and publishing organic content including text, images and videos daily
• Worked cross-functionally to write marketing content for several client e-newsletters, blogs, e-mails and infographics to boost sales and enhance lead generation
• Secured and wrote client bylines, with a focus on new, innovative and high-growth technologies
• Drafted award and speaking nominations for technology clients in the healthcare, hospitality, beauty and wellness, retail, telecommunications, CPaaS and IoT spaces
• Effectively communicated with clients daily via phone and e-mail, identifying new media opportunities, delivering status reports and providing strategic counselClients included: Fourth, TCN, User1st, Infinite Computer.

Washington, DC, US

• Drafted media advisories and press releases for the Director of Media and External Communications
• Managed press inquiries and coordinated press interviews via the press inbox and phone line
• Curated media lists on Cision to pitch targeted media
• Wrote multiple weekly newsletters regarding media coverage of the Chamber's executives, current policy issues in the U.S. government and stock market values

Washington, DC, US

• Digitally analyzed social media metrics for clients using Facebook Business to measure levels of engagement, unique views and online impressions
• Managed PAC database software to provide clients with the knowledge necessary to remain compliant with PAC laws and regulations in their respective fields
• Collaboratively worked with the Strategic Communications team to develop inline approaches for client advocacy and activism plans

Washington, D.C, US

• Created unique branding and media relations opportunities for both national and international clients in the technology, healthcare, urban mobility and lifestyle industries
• Pitched client narratives to top tier publications such as The Washington Post and CNN to garner press coverage
• Assisted account managers in drafting press releases
• Brainstormed diverse pitch angles to gain clients national and international publicity
• Drafted strategic messaging documents about framing client partnerships to the media
• Wrote weekly media coverage reports, informing clients of their news coverage, and that of their competitors

• Created and published content using Hootsuite to be posted on social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter
• Re-designed the MediaFile logo using Adobe Illustrator, re-branding the organization
• Drafted and published the weekly electronic news letter to be distributed to the student population MediaFile monitors the future of news, evolution of media, and how these changes affect the public. MediaFile is a.

• Organized and marketed prominent events within SMPA such as Decision Time with Chuck Todd, 2016 Debate Watch Party and the SMPA Awards Night with guest speaker Dana Bash.
• Organized catering, managed the events budget and created and tracked guest lists and RSVPs to all events
• Recruited and managed student volunteers to assist in maintenance of events
• Created Eventbrite, Facebook and Paperless Post invitations for all events

• Wrote quarterly articles to be submitted to The Arrow -- Pi Beta Phi’s internationally published magazine
• Lead social media outreach on Tumblr, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram promoting the brand of Pi Beta Phi at GWU
• Managed and updated the university sponsored Pi Beta Phi website
• Acted as a liaison between the Panhellenic Association of GWU and Pi Beta Phi by discussing events, issues and ideas concerning Greek life and delivering reports at weekly chapter meetings

• Drafted press clips regarding Maine’s current political issues for internal distribution
• Attended hearings and wrote memos for the legislative staff
• Assisted in drafting press releases
• Talked to constituents daily regarding legislation the congressman was working on and relayed any concerns to the legislative staff

Washington, District Of Columbia, US

• Crafted a detailed presentation for the heads of the organization regarding revenue and fundraising methods to meet yearly donor quotas
• Created the outline of a case study regarding how to improve the internal productivity of the organization through the examination of other successful organizations
• Drafted meeting briefs between the BPC and organizations such as Dropbox, Noble Energy and Pivotal Ventures, (Melinda Gates’ women’s advocacy organization)
• Supported BPC liaison with the Department of Defense and Department of Veteran’s Affairs by researching health initiatives implemented by multiple large corporations, comparing health benefits for military employees.
• Conducted outreach calls and wrote correspondence on behalf of former Senators to different heads of corporations

NEW YORK, New York, US

• Wrote weekly blog posts regarding the national movement to create open primary election systems
• Researched and created a report about the history of Nebraska’s nonpartisan Top Two primary election system with the goal of garnering support from Independent activists in Arizona
• Managed the organization’s media image by creating daily content for its Twitter account and designing content for the website
• Served as a Nation Builder administrator, drafting and sending support e-mails, adding supporter contact information and soliciting support from Independent voters through a telephone poll utilizing telemarketing skills
• Audio/Video equipment operator for the production of YouTube videos regarding recent open primaries news
• Acted as a YouTube video spokesperson for the 2015 Bonilla vs. Glazer Senate race in California

Master Of Arts - Ma, Media And Strategic Communication

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Political Communication