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* Planned and executed Central Texas FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL) and FIRST® Tech Challenge (FTC) , regional youth robotics program for students K-12. * Produced over 12 local and regional tournaments for up to 2,000 participants in collaboration with cross-sector FLL and FTC Steering Committees of Sponsors * Served as primary point of contact for participants throughout tournament season, liaising with FLL and FTC teams/students, educators, mentors, sponsors, volunteers, US FIRST® headquarters and other supporters * Coordinated additional 25 FLL and FTC outreach and promotional events, working with appropriate venues and vendors

* Responsible for coordinating and managing the development and production of communications materials for all Development initiatives. * Works closely with institution senior management and with unit directors and Development offices in developing communications materials, proposals, and presentations materials to insure the efficient pursuit of private funding. * Oversees and writes speeches and develops advancement position papers for senior management. * Overseas production from draft creation through distribution of final product. * Executes, supervises or manages elements including: article/topic selection, research, contract writing/editing, vendor deliverables * Participates in working groups to plan, coordinate and execute original communications products and publications related to special events and programs. * Develops content for information brochures and news letters

* Coordinated public relations communications strategies * Wrote, edited and distributed a wide variety of PR materials, including press releases, media alerts, calendar listings and pitch letters. * Created, updated and maintained media lists * Utilized social media to communicate news

* Media Relations: Created media packets for clients * Community Relations: Gave plans to our clients to promote them to the community * Event Planning: Promoted events while helping plan them * Client Communications: Was in charge of keeping in contact with the employers

* Worked on the town brochure, conferenced with the clients and made the designs * Helped in the commissions office by filing papers and maintaining the website * Planned town events such as retirement parties and City Hall luncheons

* Ensure effective implementation of strategic plan and delivery of programs * Assist in continuing to develop TXPOST’s organizational structure, through fundraising support and supporting the day-to-day operations * Support the development and implementation of statewide policies that will secure the necessary resources to sustain new and existing high-quality afterschool and summer learning programs * Recruit and train a growing network of advocates from across the state to educate federal, state and local elected officials about the impact of high-quality out of school time programs * Spokesperson for organization to the community and a “face” to partners, stakeholders, potential funders and the public at large

* Assists previously incarcerated individuals and their loved ones with grievances, and provides resources for reentering society * Plan and manage social media campaigns across several different platforms including Facebook, Twitter, and Hootsuite * Identify new opportunities to continually improve the social media presence to engage supporters and promote legislation online * Create adult county data sheets for all Texas counties that offered information on pretrial, defense, probation, incarceration, and post-release phases of system involvement, with associated costs. * Developed and implemented TCJC's communications plan from the bottom up.

Provided support for publicity and related event planning for the district including logistical details, procurement of materials and equipment, solicitation of volunteers, and display of event collaterals while maintaining an adherence to brand standards. Organized, plan, and prioritize work for developing plans for accomplishing activities and projects; schedule work and activities including scheduling logistics for events, programs and recruitment efforts. Compiled statics and information for weekly, quarterly and annual reports. Maintained inventory of HCC brand giveaway items and special event collaterals.

* Develops, plans, and implements STEM education programs (After-school, In school, Summer Camps) for youth audiences. * Creates ways to engage a diverse audience, including existing and new audiences * Promotes strategic objectives and educational goals and supports the organization’s financial goals * Works with community stakeholders, including teachers, school administrators, site coordinators, and parents to support program goals and ensure successful program delivery * Provides accurate and timely analysis and reporting of program outcomes and goals. * Recruits, hires, and trains volunteers and staff * Organizes and purchases necessary program supplies and equipment * Adheres to program budgets and keep track of program financials

Introduction to Public Relations","Desktop Publishing","Global Communications","Campaigns and Promotions","Research Methods","Information Analysis","Writing for Public Relations","Writing for Mass Media","Media Law and Ethics"]