Stacy Graham-Hunt Email & Phone Number

New Haven, Ct, Us

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

• Lead crisis communications during high-profile challenges, including leadership transitions and budget shortfalls, ensuring transparency and stakeholder engagement.• Develop strategic communications plans to enhance internal and external engagement across digital, print, and social platforms.• Serve as a spokesperson and manage media relations, securing coverage in local and national outlets.• Prepare executive messaging, including press releases, talking points, and… Show more • Lead crisis communications during high-profile challenges, including leadership transitions and budget shortfalls, ensuring transparency and stakeholder engagement.• Develop strategic communications plans to enhance internal and external engagement across digital, print, and social platforms.• Serve as a spokesperson and manage media relations, securing coverage in local and national outlets.• Prepare executive messaging, including press releases, talking points, and video scripts, to align with organizational priorities. Show less

West Haven, Connecticut, United States

• Directed national and local communications strategies for high-profile clients, including nonprofits and educational institutions.• Secured media placements in regional and national outlets, increasing visibility and stakeholder trust.• Designed and implemented rebranding campaigns, aligning messaging with client missions.• Provided media training for executives to enhance public engagement and media readiness.

New Haven County, Connecticut, United States

• Developed comprehensive media relations and storytelling strategies for nonprofits and advocacy organizations.• Led crisis communications initiatives, ensuring timely and accurate messaging during high-pressure situations.• Collaborated with journalists to secure media placements that amplified client stories and missions.

New Haven County, Connecticut, United States

Connecticut

• Authored award-winning columns on race, gender, and cultural issues, earning recognition for impactful storytelling.• Covered high-profile events, including the Sandy Hook tragedy and Cheshire home invasion, crafting compelling narratives for diverse audiences.• Produced multimedia content for digital and print platforms, integrating video and photography to drive audience engagement.

Greater New York City Area

• Spearheaded a comprehensive rebranding initiative to increase accessibility and inclusivity, resulting in 20% membership growth.• Developed multi-channel marketing and public relations campaigns to elevate the organization’s visibility.• Produced events and communications that engaged a diverse member base of over 3,000 individuals and organizations.

New York, New York, United States

• Assisted production teams in creating promotional content and audience engagement strategies for major network initiatives.• Supported marketing campaigns, gaining experience in branding, creative storytelling, and entertainment media operations.

New York, New York, United States

• Coordinated logistics for high-profile events, including premieres of Bad Boys II ($270 million box office) and Tupac: Resurrection (Academy Award-nominated documentary).• Monitored marketing budgets for Sean John, a $525 million fashion label, and promotional campaigns for platinum-selling artists.• Collaborated with the NYC Marathon and Sean Combs to raise $2 million for New York City Public Schools.

M.S., Journalism

Activities and Societies: Society of Professional Journalists, Public Relations Society of America, Nieman Conference of Narrative.

B.S., Journalism

Activities and Societies: Black Student Union, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Xi Omicron Chapter, Journalism department intern

Summer Venture In Management Program (Svmp)

Business Management

Activities and Societies: Mahogany Dance Theater, Student Yearbook, Junior Class Cabinet

Early College Program, College Credits Earned

High School Diploma, Class Of 2000