Vanessa Marquette Email & Phone Number

Syracuse, Ny, Us

Syracuse, Ny, Us

Syracuse, New York, United States

Syracuse, New York, United States

- Pitch stories to local, regional and national media and connect media outlets to our experts in a timely manner. My focus areas are related to veterans, national security, law, international relations, religion, public affairs, animals, mental health, and climate change.- Write press releases, tip sheets, and media advisories related to current events, new research and breaking news- Frequently meet with my designated faculty and staff to discuss op ed placements and media pitch ideas- Maintain great relationships with various producers and reporters- Work with all communications teams on campus to align on media coverage and strategies- Conduct media training to groups or individuals interested in speaking with media- Help handle campus crises by attending events, responding to media requests, and statement dissemination - Help manage our Syracuse University News social media channels with our designated team- I successfully landed over thousands of media hits for various faculty, staff, and university initiatives in outlets such as The New York Times, AP, CNN, Fox News, POLITICO, Newsweek, USA Today, CBS News, Daily Mail, and more.

Syracuse, New York Area

- Managed social media for 10 social media pages for Syracuse University's Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) and Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA).- Wrote, edited, posted, and scheduled all content.- Created and maintained content calendars and content strategies for each platform, as well as the overall communications strategy.- Composed social media toolkits for events, research reports, partners, funders, and more.- Set annual goals for each social media platform.- Worked with research and design teams to make data digestible and newsworthy for the audiences.- Ensured branding and social media guidelines were always up to date.- Oversaw accessibility for all videos on social media channels.- Hosted a monthly video series called “What’s Brewin’” (Playlist below).- Led the annual #IVMFheartsData campaign.- Took on public relations and website duties as assigned (~30% of the job).- During my tenure, the social media channels reported the following growth (since May 2021):385% increase in followers.1,167% increase in engagement.2,495% increase in impressions.

Fort Benning, Georgia

- Wrote news stories for print and online- Assisted in editing stories, captions, headlines, and advertisements - Designed the community section pages for the printed newspaper- Operated as a key social media leader for the Facebook and Twitter pages- Took photos to complement online and print stories- Worked in conjunction with the Fort Benning Maneuver Center of Excellence, Army Public Affairs Office

Fayetteville, North Carolina Area

- Received Employee of the Month Award in April 2015- Developed and managed a community Scavenger Hunt that brought in over 1,500 new followers on the Credit Union’s social media pages and landed an interview with ABC11 Eyewitness News (see below) - Launched a new responsive website and acquired skills in various content management systems- Served as the lead writer and editor for all marketing communications materials such as web content, newsletters, email blasts (both internal and external), press releases, etc.- Prepared and administered marketing communications campaigns for local charities and organizations- Coordinated and supervised credit union events- Oversaw social media conversations, posts, and graphics- Organized vendors for marketing campaigns and events- United Way Campaign Manager for 2012, 2013 and 2014

Fayetteville, North Carolina Area

- Interviewed various local businesses to gather information- Wrote articles for the magazine

Rome, Ny

- Revamped the social media presence of the Center through Facebook and Twitter- Booked vendors to sell their products at a variety of festivals for the Center- Interacted with local businesses to secure advertisements and promotional items- Planned and executed events for the local area

St. Bonaventure, Ny

- Promoted the Division I athletic programs, specializing in men’s and women’s college basketball- Created and distributed posters to area businesses in recognition of community support

Olean, Ny

- Designed annual newsletters (2010–2012)- Strengthened volunteer outreach in the community through events and press releases- Actively served on entrance interview panel for homeless shelter admission- Gained an enhanced understanding of mental health issues, homelessness, and addiction

Rome, Ny

- Provided professional customer assistance- Created a personnel computer database for the Benefits Manager- Strictly adhered to policies regarding confidential handling of personal information

Master Of Science (M.S.), Communications

Dual Degree Program, Master Of Arts Degree In Integrated Marketing Communications; Bachelor Of Arts Degree In Psychology

Activities and Societies: - Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences (January 2009 – Present) - The National Society.

Education record

I participated in a semester study abroad program right outside of Sydney, Australia. I completed 14 credit hours in the following.