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NICHOLAS BASKERVILLE

Woolloomooloo,NSW

Summary

Developed strategic communication and stakeholder engagement skills in fast-paced corporate environment. Successfully managed multiple projects, ensuring effective messaging and brand consistency. Looking to transition into new field, bringing versatile skill set and keen ability to adapt to new challenges.

Offering strong interpersonal abilities and adaptable communication skills, with genuine interest in professional growth within communications sector. Contributes foundational understanding of communication strategies and adeptness in digital content creation. Ready to use and develop analytical thinking and creative problem-solving in Senior Communications Consultant role.

Driven, articulate, and adaptable professional with strong foundation in strategic communication and relationship management. Possesses solid understanding of key communication principles and advanced proficiency in crafting strategic messaging and media relations. Committed to leveraging these skills to enhance organizational impact and foster stakeholder engagement.

Communications professional with significant experience in crafting strategic messages and managing public relations. Excels in team collaboration and adapting to evolving challenges. Skilled in media relations, content creation, and stakeholder engagement. Known for delivering impactful results and driving communication initiatives forward.

Communications professional with proven ability to develop and implement effective communication strategies. Known for fostering team collaboration and consistently achieving results by adapting to changing needs. Skilled in media relations, content creation, and crisis communication.

Work History

Senior Communications Consultant

Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association
  • Developed strategic communication plans to enhance stakeholder engagement and awareness of orthotic and prosthetic services.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful messaging for advocacy initiatives and industry events.
  • Conducted comprehensive research to inform communication strategies and improve public understanding of orthotic and prosthetic technologies.
  • Created informative content for various platforms, including newsletters, social media, and professional publications, ensuring consistency in branding.
  • Led workshops and training sessions to educate members on effective communication practices and resource utilization.
  • Analyzed feedback from stakeholders to refine messaging approaches, enhancing overall communication effectiveness within the organization.
  • Established strong relationships with media representatives to promote association initiatives and increase visibility within the community.
  • Oversaw project timelines and deliverables, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and adherence to best practices in communications.

Consultant

Alt-Media
  • Supported new business development efforts by preparing compelling proposals showcasing agency capabilities.
  • Spearheaded employee engagement initiatives that resulted in higher retention rates and overall job satisfaction among staff members.
  • Negotiated partnerships with external vendors, leading to cost savings and enhanced service offerings for clients.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop integrated marketing campaigns that drove measurable results for clients.
  • Cultivated relationships with reporters and editors from top-tier media outlets to secure high-impact placements for clients'' news stories.
  • Delivered data-driven insights to inform content strategies, leading to improved engagement metrics.
  • Managed budgets and resources efficiently, ensuring projects were completed on time and within scope.
  • Evaluated campaign performance using analytics tools, providing actionable recommendations for improvement based on findings.
  • Led crisis communications efforts, mitigating potential damage to client reputations.
  • Increased media coverage for clients with targeted press releases and media outreach efforts.
  • Conducted thorough market research to identify opportunities for growth and expansion in the communications landscape.
  • Assessed competitors'' communication strategies to identify gaps and opportunities for differentiation.
  • Developed strong relationships with key industry influencers, resulting in increased brand visibility.
  • Reinforced brand identity through cohesive messaging across all channels including social media, website content, and print materials.
  • Streamlined internal communications by creating consistent messaging and branding guidelines.
  • Aligned internal stakeholders around key messages, contributing to a unified corporate voice and vision.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by developing and implementing strategic communication plans.
  • Worked with marketing teams to design campaigns and communications.
  • Updated company media platforms to align with changing internal goals and external variables.
  • Acted as liaison between media and company during press releases and interviews.
  • Enhanced media statements and presentations before sending to general public or media organizations.
  • Monitored effectiveness of various campaigns and communication strategies.
  • Used various social media platforms for media and blogger outreach.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with public by utilizing strategic plans.
  • Developed and implemented social media strategy to increase engagement and reach new audiences.
  • Produced and distributed brochures, newsletters and press kits.
  • Conducted media relations and responded to media requests for information.
  • Managed media relations for organizations to produce successful results.
  • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to identify key messages and create compelling content for press releases and other materials.
  • Engaged in professional networking to maintain strong relationships with communications and media professionals to drive partnerships and effective dissemination of mass communications.

ANZ Manager, Audience Development

PR Newswire
  • Championed thought leadership programs that positioned clients as industry experts in their respective fields.
  • Supported public relations managers with writing, researching and preparation of materials
  • Created and executed targeted PR campaigns to raise awareness of organization and initiatives.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with media representatives to secure widespread coverage and feature stories.
  • Studied objectives, promotional policies or needs of organizations to develop public relations strategies influencing public opinion or promoting ideas.
  • Coordinated media interviews with organization staff, board members and volunteers.
  • Developed comprehensive media outreach plan to increase visibility of organization in local, regional and national markets.
  • Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting brand image, and worked with news media to spread positions.
  • Facilitated press conferences and other outreach events to raise visibility of organization.
  • Prepared or edited organizational publications such as employee newsletters or stockholder reports for internal or external audiences.
  • Increased revenues and supported business goals by developing public relations strategies and campaigns.
  • Developed strategic communication plans to enhance stakeholder engagement and awareness of orthotic and prosthetic services.
  • Wrote press releases and other materials utilizing SEO practices.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful messaging for advocacy initiatives and industry events.
  • Conducted comprehensive research to inform communication strategies and improve public understanding of orthotic and prosthetic technologies.
  • Created informative content for various platforms, including newsletters, social media, and professional publications, ensuring consistency in branding.
  • Led workshops and training sessions to educate members on effective communication practices and resource utilization.
  • Analyzed feedback from stakeholders to refine messaging approaches, enhancing overall communication effectiveness within the organization.
  • Established strong relationships with media representatives to promote association initiatives and increase visibility within the community.
  • Oversaw project timelines and deliverables, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and adherence to best practices in communications.
  • Supported new business development efforts by preparing compelling proposals showcasing agency capabilities.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop integrated marketing campaigns that drove measurable results for clients.
  • Negotiated partnerships with external vendors, leading to cost savings and enhanced service offerings for clients.
  • Spearheaded employee engagement initiatives that resulted in higher retention rates and overall job satisfaction among staff members.

Communications Manager

Community Broadcasting Association of Australia Q

Account Manager -PR Media Intelligence

Medianet

Consultant

Media Stable
  • Monitored media coverage and produced detailed reports to analyze impact of PR efforts.
  • Cultivated relationships with reporters and editors from top-tier media outlets to secure high-impact placements for clients'' news stories.
  • Delivered data-driven insights to inform content strategies, leading to improved engagement metrics.
  • Managed budgets and resources efficiently, ensuring projects were completed on time and within scope.
  • Evaluated campaign performance using analytics tools, providing actionable recommendations for improvement based on findings.

Account Manager - AAP Newswire

Australian Associated Press (AAP)

Account Director

Isentia

Reporting Manager (NSW)

Rehame Media Monitoring

Education

Bachelor Of Media (in Writing) -

Macquarie University
Sydney, NSW
2006

Timeline

Senior Communications Consultant

Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association

Consultant

Alt-Media

ANZ Manager, Audience Development

PR Newswire

Communications Manager

Community Broadcasting Association of Australia Q

Account Manager -PR Media Intelligence

Medianet

Consultant

Media Stable

Account Manager - AAP Newswire

Australian Associated Press (AAP)

Account Director

Isentia

Reporting Manager (NSW)

Rehame Media Monitoring

Bachelor Of Media (in Writing) -

Macquarie University
NICHOLAS BASKERVILLE