Jessica Grace

• Writing speeches for the CEO and executive management team.
• Producing media releases, media alerts, and responding to media enquiries.
• Managing the inbox.
• Developing and implementing strategic communication plans.
• Media for Bells Beach, including speech notes for the World Surfing League, advertorials and social media.
• Liaising with key stakeholders for various projects.
• Monitored media coverage of the organisation closely to identify opportunities for proactive outreach.
• Managed crisis communications, mitigating potential reputational damage.

· Responsible for producing stories and people profiles for the Agency's intranet.

· Publishing content on SharePoint.

· Coding.

· Working with stakeholders to guide communication plans and best use of internal channels.

· Produce questions/content for the Ministerial Office.

· Edit all content including images for plain English, accessibility standards, alternative text.

· Publishing video of the week.

· Liaising with internal/external stakeholders.

· Creating accessible SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures) for channels.

· Training and onboarding new staff.

· Collating data to suggest best practice communications.

Managing the inbox.

· Find, source and produce newsworthy content across editorial, advertorial and news writing

· Build strong contacts across community organisations, agencies and councils

· Report weekly to the editor and pitch feature story and news list

· Conduct interviews in a respectful, informed manner

· Liaising with national and local media outlets to maintain positive relationships and receive regular updates

· Build rapport with local council members

· Living magazine key journalist

· Photography for the people pages, Times covers and events

· Work to deadline and in conjunction with the sales team

• Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
• Boosted client satisfaction by identifying and addressing their specific needs through tailored business solutions.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams for the successful execution of business development initiatives.
• Secured long-term client loyalty by consistently delivering high-quality products and services tailored to individual business needs.