amy dampney

* The $150M Toowoomba Regional Council NDRRA Flood Recovery Program included repair or reconstruction of roads damaged during the December 2010 and January 2011 floods. * As a Senior Communications and Community Engagement Consultant I was required to: * Write, implement and evaluate community engagement and strategic communication plans and programs * Meet with key stakeholders and respond to community enquiries * Write, edit and coordinate the design, production and distribution of a wide range of communication materials including newsletters, reports, presentations, briefing documents, media releases etc. * Assist in coordination of events * Design, implement and analyse stakeholder surveys

The purpose of the USQ Corporate Identity Project was to strengthen the USQ brand internally and visually. The Project resolved issues relating to the use of USQ logos, colours and the fulfilling lives tagline, through the creation and implementation of clear policies and guidelines. As part of the Project we also developed and implemented a USQ Brand Toolkit and an associated training course. Key deliverables included: - Writing a funding submission, project initiation document, project plan and project reports - Overseeing the procurement process, including shortlisting applicants and organising and sitting on a selection panel for a brand agency (Melbourne-based Cato was selected) - Overseeing development of a new logo and re-fresh of all associated branding materials - Developing and implementing a ‘USQ Brand’ training course for internal stakeholders

As Communications Manager for USQ I was responsible for overseeing the strategic and tactical management of the Public Relations function at the University. My role included the creation, implementation and evaluation of various communication plans and reputation management. I was also responsible for hiring and managing members of the communications team, including part-time employees working at satellite campuses.

* During my time with the ABC in Brisbane, I worked as a Producer on the 612 ABC Brisbane Breakfast Program and the Conversation Hour. I also assisted The Country Hour team on request. * Working at the ABC is never dull! In this role I particularly enjoyed meeting people from all walks of life, along with my day-to-day responsibilities: * Select, research, schedule and conduct interviews on a variety of subjects * Write crisp, clear, accurate & engaging copy under pressure, while adhering the strict editorial guidelines * Implement strategies to improve time spent listening * Develop contacts, partake in networking opportunities and participate in community engagement events * Update relevant ABC webpages

* During my time in London I worked as a member of the European Prime Brokerage team at Merrill Lynch. Based on the largest trading floor in Europe, the role provided an exciting introduction to the world of finance. * As a sales and marketing assistant I was responsible for: * Organising corporate events, including roadshows, roundtables and cocktail receptions, under the direction of the Global Head of Capital Introduction * Responding to media requests and scheduling interviews with financial journalists * Production of various marketing materials, including brochures, pitch books and PowerPoint presentations * Coordinating post event feedback and analysis * Maintaining the CRM database and sales pipeline

* Following University I worked as a specialist Rural Reporter for the ABC in Orange, Muswellbrook, Tamworth and Lismore. As part of the role I travelled extensively across New South Wales and learnt the tools of the trade from wonderful mentors. * Reporting to the Producer of the NSW Country Hour I was required to: * Research, produce and present a 20 minute live program each weekday morning on ABC Local Radio * Re-package stories for state and national audiences, including * Provide live crosses from disasters, elections etc. * Represent the station and respond to listener enquiries * Move frequently at short notice and ‘hit the ground running’, including placements in Orange, Muswellbrook, Tamworth, Lismore and Bega.

* I have enjoyed working as a sessional lecturer, tutor and marker in Public Relations at USQ since 2011. As part of this role, I prepare and deliver lectures and tutorials to on-campus and distance students. * Courses I have taught include: * PRL1002 – Introduction to Public Relations * PRL2001 – Issues and Crisis Management * PRL2003 – Writing for Public Relations * PRL3012 – Public Relations Research * PRL5002 – Strategic Issues and Crisis Management * Are you interested in studying PR or communications? Head to Public Relations at USQ:

* I have worked as a Freelance Communications Consultant since 2010. As part of this role I have completed various projects for clients in the public and private sectors. * The majority of work has included: * Preparation of communication and stakeholder engagement plans * Issues management assessments and reports * Media analysis and reports * Various writing contracts including media releases, feature articles, website content etc.

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