Stephanie Schultz Email & Phone Number

Lead global media and public relations efforts to build awareness of Garmin products and technologies through press release writing, award submissions, company statements and quotes. • Drive awareness of Garmin’s robust product lines and demonstrate their unique advantages of compelling design, superior quality and best-in-class value to media and the general public.• Develop and execute complex public relations strategies, including press releases, media advisories, company statements and quotes.• Communicate strategies to Garmin offices and teams in other countries and assist in translation and localization of messaging.• Attend and represent Garmin at industry tradeshows and media events.• Plan and execute media events surrounding new product introductions, tradeshow activities and other special events.

Lead global media and public relations efforts to build awareness of fitness products and technologies, and facilitate editorial coverage in print, broadcast and online media.• Drive awareness of Garmin’s fitness products and demonstrate their unique advantages of compelling design, superior quality and best-in-class value to media and the general public.• Develop and execute complex public relations strategies, including press releases, media advisories, product pitches, company statements and quotes.• Communicate strategies to Garmin offices and teams in other countries and assist in translation and localization of messaging.• Attend and represent Garmin at industry tradeshows and media events.• Plan and execute media events surrounding new product introductions, tradeshow activities and other special events.

Olathe, Kansas

• Communicate a deep understanding of Garmin's fitness product line and the competitive landscape through press releases and pitches.• Attend and represent Garmin at industry tradeshows and media events.• Plan and execute media events, pitches and demos − large and small − surrounding new product introductions, tradeshow activities and other special events.• Assist Garmin's social media team in developing fitness−related content for thecompany's social media channels.

Kansas City, Missouri Area

• Increased ratings by developing, coordinating and executing relevant, daily newscasts for a large market audience.• Communicated with reporters, photographers, anchors and editors to create compelling newscasts.• Wrote, edited and researched show elements, including teases, sound bites, stories and show opens.• Managed time requirements for commercials, news stories and newscast schedule to ensure optimal workflow and broadcasts.• Created graphics, maps and animations to accurately portray the station’s branding and mission.• Edited anchor and reporter stories for content, pertinent details and grammar to ensure consistency and accuracy.• Eliminated workflow disruptions by quickly resolving team inquiries.• Assisted new producers with training of brand consistency best practices, effective messaging and operational protocol to optimize performance and story effectiveness.• Increased viewership for two shows by 230% from the previous year to drive station revenue and sales of commercial space.

Topeka, Kansas Area

• Wrote feature articles and story ideas for utilization in publications, by freelance journalists and other media.• Strengthened brand awareness by creating, reviewing, updating and managing social media outlet content to improve exposure and visibility.• Coordinated with media and travel writers to schedule interviews, provide materials and arrange visits to ensure minimum workflow downtime.• Authored, edited and revised content for Internet, print and media usage.• Assisted with development and implementation of marketing materials, including brochures, fliers and itineraries to support outreach activities.• Photographed Topeka events for social media venues, writers and media inquiries.• Responded to media inquiries regarding press releases and photo requests, while cultivating relations to support organizational objective fulfillment.• Created monthly sales and tourism newsletters showcasing Topeka to improve user interest and traveler volume.• Promoted and publicized the city’s first-ever food truck festival, securing 10k+ attendees from across the United States and earning adoption into an annual event, while supporting local vendors, such as hotels, restaurants, shopping venues and attractions.

Topeka, Kansas Area

• Organized and developed daily newscasts while writing and checking story facts to ensure accuracy.• Showcased featured content to sustain relevancy and peak interest in the user market.• Coordinated with news director, associate producers and photojournalists to determine content needs.• Enhanced broadcast content by leveraging video, graphics, interactive maps and station branding.• Wrote news in a clear, concise manner for television, website, social media and mobile platforms.• Distributed breaking news information through numerous platforms expeditiously.• Provided creative ideas to anchors, reporters, associate producers and photojournalists to increase station ratings, online page views, social media engagement and enhance overall quality of information delivery.• Provided content for the station's website and social media outlets to drive engagement and user interaction.• Produced two shows that consistently ranked in the top 5% in the nation per capita and a #1 ranking for newscasts in the viewing area.