Nicole Levine
Upland
Summary
Dynamic communications professional with a proven track record at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, excelling in content strategy and storytelling. Achieved a 60% open rate for a digital newsletter while leading innovative editorial projects. Skilled in collaboration and content creation, consistently delivering high-impact narratives that resonate with audiences.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Communications Specialist
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Los Angeles
06.2015 - Current
- Senior editor for a consumer-focused digital newsletter highlighting Cedars-Sinai Medical Network experts. The recent edition scored a 60% open rate, far exceeding the industry benchmark of 42%.
- Identify and write compelling stories that support the institution's strategic business goals for Cedars-Sinai's owned channels.
- Senior editor for Cancer Annual Report.
- Collaborate with marketing, photo/video, web production, external communication, and internal communications to create innovative storytelling approaches to appeal to multiple audiences.
- Assign and edit stories, working with freelance and staff writers.
- Contribute to website, brand hub, and advertising writing needs.
Senior Media Relations Specialist
City of Hope
Duarte
04.2013 - 06.2025
- Conceived and pitched new stories for a leading National Institute of Cancer-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Notable placements included Associated Press, Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, and numerous local and national television outlets.
- Produced content for website, blog, publications, and social media channels, routinely garnering high engagement across channels.
- Developed communications plans for major events and research initiatives.
Senior Media Relations Specialist
Cedars-Sinai
Los Angeles
05.2008 - 04.2013
- Earned multiple national media placements monthly promoting the Regenerative Medicine Institute, obstetrics and gynecology, gastroenterology, the Cedars-Sinai Weight Loss Center and other key service lines. Notable outlets: New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal.
- Produced effective news releases for innovative programs and research.
- Wrote and edited blogs for external outlets, including Huffington Post.
Metro Editor
San Bernardino Sun
San Bernardino
04.2006 - 05.2008
- Led a department of 25 employees, including assistant editors, reporters and columnists.
- Planned and edited content for adaily newspaper, two weekly publications, and a website.
- Lead special sections and series from conception to publication.
- Coached, hired, and evaluated editorial employees.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communications
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC06-1999
Skills
- Content strategy
- Storytelling techniques
- Editorial management
- Content creation
- Collaboration
- Story development
- Content editing
Timeline
Senior Communications Specialist
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
06.2015 - Current
Senior Media Relations Specialist
City of Hope
04.2013 - 06.2025
Senior Media Relations Specialist
Cedars-Sinai
05.2008 - 04.2013
Metro Editor
San Bernardino Sun
04.2006 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communications
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
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