Stephen Russ Email & Phone Number

Stephen Russ is a Director of Communications for Digital Strategy at Child Trends. He possess expertise in editing, blogging, social media, digital media, newsletters and 23 more skills. Colleagues describe him as "I had the opportunity to work closely with Stephen on a number of initiatives within Beliefnet. He was part of a committee that worked with IT to improve and streamline the tools the editors used in an effort to make more efficient use of their time (and sanity!) During that time, Stephen demonstrated that he he was a brilliant editor/writer who also possessed a highly technical mind." and "Stephen is a talented writer who brought a wealth of creativity to the team. He has a vast knowledge of social media and producing content to increase virality. He is an innovative thinker and would be an asset to any organization looking to increase their impact on the web."

Listed skills include Editing, Blogging, Social Media, Digital Media, and 24 others.

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  Director Of Communications For Digital Strategy

  Child Trends

  2017 - Present - Bethesda, Md

  • Oversee all aspects of digital strategy for Child Trends by aligning all website, social media, and graphic design activities with the branding and goals of the organization.• Partner with researchers to present work in engaging ways designed to reach target audiences.• Assess web, newsletter, social, and ad campaign analytics to determine how to disseminate products and inform long-term strategic planning.• Oversee the publishing workflow of all digital content.• Follow technological trends and assess their usefulness to Child Trends.• Manage a digital media team of three full-time employees and numerous vendors, overseeing all staff development and assessing vendor performance.• Conduct user experience testing on digital products.• Create budgets, write contracts, and hire staff.• Lead the creation of interactive data visualizations by crafting a vision, assessing technology needs, giving creative direction, and devloping the user experience.• Manage projects in Asana.• Oversee all Child Trends newsletter, SEO, and Google ad campaign efforts.