Driven communications professional bringing an expansive background in media and public relations across the public and private sector. Experienced in leveraging partnerships to achieve corporate storytelling objectives.
- Served as main media contact and spokesperson for Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston.
- Developed and executed communications and marketing strategy using a wide array of tactics across paid, earned, shared and owned media.
- Provided strategic counsel for the Premier, Cabinet Ministers and MLAs on communications and media relations.
- Achieved the Premier’s communications objectives through preparation of communications materials including speeches, press releases, media statements and community op-eds.
- Provided strategic advice to a range of clients on communications and media relations.
- Provided guidance to clients on managing issues and risk relating to brand reputation/recognition.
- Developed marketing and communications plans to support achieving client’s strategic objectives.
- Created comprehensive social media content for clients in a range of sectors.
- Conducted extensive media monitoring research, producing media coverage reports for clients.
- Supported consultants in producing materials to support communications objectives of clients.
- Covered parliamentary committees, producing comprehensive reports and briefing notes on committee proceedings.
- Drafted all external communications materials for the Centre, including the digital newsletter and website content.
Media Relations
Brand and Reputation Building
PR Strategy Development
Issues Management
Social Media Marketing
Media Monitoring