Nice thread Jon. I am working, but doing consulting work and looking for something permanent:
Communications, marketing and public relations professional with strong writing, editing, and presentation skills. Experienced in print and broadcast media and development of marketing collateral across multiple formats, including Web, TV, radio and print. Extensive background in writing, editing, promotions, advertising, media relations and special event management, including live television and radio presentations. BA in History and Journalism. Bi-lingual (English/Spanish), working knowledge of Italian and Portuguese.
I have strong management experience, including run a 162-person department in two languages simultaneously.
I am multicultural, as most of my career has been spent in Latin America until relocating to the states last year with my wife's job transfer. Looking for something from NY to Philly, or South Florida.
Here are some of my highlights:
Successfully re-branded organization when it was ending programs, changing focus and risking alienating supporters. Kept investors engaged by crafting message strategy based on expansion and donations remained steady.
Created, launched and managed Spanish-language media syndicate that provided content on pop culture topics to newspapers in United States and Latin America. Opened new markets in Latin America and U.S. which filled underserved niche with a new product. Secured more than 20 clients in first few months.
Slashed operating costs and reduced head count by 58% in one department to counteract slumping sales. Reorganized operations and cross-trained employees, improved productivity and increased product line.
Crafted bi-lingual image campaign to humanize a multinational corporation facing protests over an unpopular project. Newspapers endorsed the project and company showcased the campaign as an example of good communications management.
Researched, wrote and edited a briefing book to prepare the Puerto Rico Governor and Cabinet for national convention. The policy recommendations were later incorporated into the government platform.
Worked on campaign to lobby U.S. Senate leadership and garner support for bill authorizing status plebiscite in Puerto Rico.