Sheldra Brigham, Ma Email & Phone Number

Houston, Tx, Us

As the External and Employee Communications Lead, I spearhead strategic internal and external communication campaigns to elevate the awareness and visibility of the Harris County Flood Control District. My role encompasses the planning, coordination, and execution of diverse communication channels, including newsletters, email marketing, social media, and brochures. I organize press conferences, groundbreaking events, and other media outreach initiatives, while also creating and editing video content for a wide range of internal and external purposes.I collaborate with local, state, and federal partners such as FEMA, the General Land Office, and the Army Corps of Engineers to effectively communicate our initiatives to the public. As a media spokesperson, I maintain robust media relations and activate as part of the Joint Information Center with the Harris County Office of Emergency Management during severe weather events.

In my four-year tenure as a PRSA Houston board member, I contributed to the strategic direction and activities of the organization. My roles involved participating in board meetings, offering insights into public relations practices, and collaborating with fellow board members to enhance the chapter's initiatives. I actively engaged in decision-making processes to support the goals and growth of PRSA Houston.

As a board member and organizer of the Houston Fire Department's Operation Stocking Stuffer Toy Drive, I played a pivotal role in managing one of the largest toy drives in the city. My responsibilities encompassed diverse areas, including fundraising, sponsorship packet creation, event planning, setup coordination, volunteer management, treasury activities, social media and media relations, as well as website development. Additionally, I effectively managed sponsor relationships, contributing to the success of providing toys to over 7,000 families in need each year.

Houston, Texas

In my role as the Communications Manager/Public Information Officer for the Houston Fire Department, I played a pivotal role in gathering and distributing factual information to the media. I oversaw the production of printed and video materials for public dissemination, organized special events including news conferences and awards ceremonies, and actively managed the department's social media accounts and email marketing content. My primary focus was on highlighting the commendable work of firefighters and narrating their stories. Additionally, I established and maintained a department newsletter, featuring articles, pictures, and videos that showcased various aspects within the department while providing crucial information to our internal audience.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Area

In my role as a crime beat reporter in Oklahoma City, I meticulously gathered information from various sources, including personal interviews, contacts, wire services, press conferences, and question-and-answer sessions. My responsibilities involved sifting through police reports and jail blotters to identify potential stories. Each day, I crafted multiple scripts in both broadcast and print styles, adhering to deadlines set by the news department and web team. Active on social media, I managed pages on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat, regularly posting updates.As a news anchor, I researched current events across local, state, national, and international domains. I prioritized and organized stories based on their newsworthiness and interest, presenting the most important aspects first. During newscasts, I introduced reporters covering specific stories and posed relevant questions to address public inquiries.

Beaumont, Texas

As an adjunct instructor, I took on the responsibilities of crafting course syllabi, tracking student progress, and delivering class instruction. Beyond formal teaching, I provided guidance to students outside the classroom. My courses, tailored for broadcast journalism students, encompassed a range of subjects including Intro to Broadcast, TV Field Reporting and Writing, Digital Editing, Introduction to Mass Communication, TV Writing and Performing, Intro to Speech, and the weekly student newscast. To enhance learning, I developed detailed manuals to acquaint students with materials vital to the news industry, contributing to their comprehensive understanding of the field.

As the main news anchor at FOX 4 News for nearly 8 years, I played a crucial role in informing and educating others about dynamically evolving issues, spanning local, national, and international news. I delivered daily events with professional insight on complex issues and selected stories relevant to our viewers. Daily responsibilities included script writing and editing, as well as hands-on tasks like video editing and newscast production.

Generate daily story ideas.Report on breaking news.Produce news packages. Produce live reports. Fill-in Anchor

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Broadcast Journalism

Ma, Public And Corporate Communication

Broadcast Journalism