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COMMUNICATIONSHagertyMarketing Communications | 2022-2023
Develop integrated marketing concepts and communications with a focus on insurance agents and products. CentigradeBusiness Strategy | 2022
Developed business strategies and corporate communications for a global technology client with a focus on connectivity and infrastructure. MG StudioPartnerships | 2016
Connected lifestyle and automotive brands with a new exhibit space located in downtown Los Angeles. Ballantines PRPartnerships | 2016
Provided automotive industry insight and expertise with regards to new-client outreach and partnerships. AutoblogContent Creator & Producer | 2015-2016
Provided production support and special events content. Trivia: Referred to as Bragasaurus because...I don’t know why.
blipshiftMedia Relations & Partnerships | 2015-2016
Increased brand partnerships and outreach for automotive apparel company. Provided executive team support and insight regarding new business and expansion of creative efforts. Sometimes snatched a sticker. RX SpeedMedia Relations | 2015
Expanded brand outreach via media relations and corporate pitching for recently launched automotive start-up. Company acts as a marketplace aggregator, focusing on aftermarket parts, and also provides exclusive editorial content targeting enthusiasts and weekend mechanics alike. Mazda North American OperationsProduct Communications & Brand Experience | 2010-2014
Managed communications for Product Planning, R&D and Design; served as first point of contact (“face of brand”) for national media; and supported additional programs developed by Motorsports, Auto Shows and Brand Experience teams. Trivia: Wrote an estimated 134 (!) press releases. Kia Motors AmericaProduct Public Relations & Motorsports | 2008-2010
Increased brand awareness and media relations via consistent national outreach and social media presence. Obtained key leadership role in support and development of motorsports program during its inaugural year. Stood as corporate liaison to newly-constructed Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia on PR-related projects and corporate messaging. Public Relations Analyst | 2006-2008 Managed 14-location national media relations fleet. Created annual budget proposals, coordinated vehicle orders and approved loan requests. Handled logistics and provided on-site support for all media events nationwide. VIDEO & DIGITALTangentVectorProducer | 2020-2021
On-location: Nationwide Managed video content development, production and creative for global media brand Hagerty. Weekly series included Buyer's Guide, Modified, The Next Big Thing and Rated as well as the Daily Driver daily news show. Coordinated promotions, logistics and budgets of video productions for a variety of clients in commercial, marketing and editorial sectors. → Check out my complete TangentVector portfolio See Me See YouProduction Assistant | 2015
On-location: NYC Supported production of a short-film chronicling a day in the life of a NYPD officer. Sheeko SheekoProduction Assistant | 2015
On-location: Toronto Supported production of Somalian-focused podcast/web series' first season. Show covers varying topics, such as culture, relationships and current events. Gemma & The BearProduction Assistant & Extra | 2014-2015
On-location: NYC Supported production of an award-winning fantasy-comedy web series. Jason Whitaker, DPAssistant | 2014-2017
On-location: North America Assisted director of photography on a variety of film projects in as-needed support roles including production assistant, sound recordist, set decorator and lighting. DISTINCTIONSPublic Relations Society of AmericaJudge, Bateman Case Study Competition | 2015-2018
Served as a panel judge for phase one of the Public Relations Student Society of America's (PRSSA) annual competition, which gives PR students an opportunity to apply their classroom education and internship experiences to create and implement a full campaign. Principal judging takes place at the New York headquarters of PRSSA's parent organization, the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). The 2015 competition received 60 student-team entries from across the United States. The 2016 competition received 70 submissions from 300 student participants. For 2017, 67 student teams entered the competition. In 2018, 84 entries were received with 20 garnering honorable mention distinctions. #BragaCaresLifetime Achievement Recipient | 2013-present
A lifestyle? A movement? A what-the-what LOL? #BragaCares is all these things--except being my creation. It's carved an eye-rolling path through the social media landscape before leapfrogging into everyday exchanges where hashtags symbolize sarcasm (i.e., texts, emails). I couldn't stop it, but maybe sometimes a failure is really a success. ♥ *shrug* Follow here: Twitter | Instagram MentionablesPerson of Interest | dates vary
Sometimes people write about me. ETCETERALa Compagnie Des Vins SurnaturelsBack-of-the-House Hustler | 2015-2017
Performed behind-the-scenes wizardry before, during and after weekday dinner and weekend brunch services. Occasional taste tester. Frequent ball buster. But not those last two things combined. |
EDITORIALRecurrent VenturesWeekend Editor | 2024-present
The Drive is an automotive publication that began as a YouTube channel. The online news outlet covers automotive, mobility, and transportation with original reporting and deep analysis . Learn more here. → Check out my The Drive portfolio Capital OneContributor, Auto Navigator | 2022-present
Capital One Auto Navigator is a free service that lets consumers shop for used and new cars, compare prices, and get pre-qualified for financing. Learn more here. → Check out my Capital One portfolio J.D. PowerContributor | 2020-present
J.D. Power is a global market research company known for its surveys on consumer satisfaction, product quality, and buyer behavior in a number of industries. Learn more here. → Check out my J.D. Power portfolio CarGurusContributor | 2020-present
CarGurus is the most visited automotive shopping site in the U.S., offering more vehicle listings than any other major online marketplace. Learn more here. → Check out my CarGurus portfolio InsideHookContributor | 2022-2023
InsideHook is a men's luxury lifestyle resource. For more than a decade, the platform has been a passionate and trusted advisor, delivering news and entertainment for discerning modern gentlemen. Learn more here. → Recent work: Motor1Contributor | 2016-2022
A division of the Motorsport Network, Motor1.com is a global outlet that caters to car enthusiasts as well as new- and used-car buyers alike. Content is produced into 10 international editions and available in nine languages. Learn more here. → Check out my Motor1 portfolio ForbesContributor, Wheels | 2022
Forbes is an internationally-recognized leader in business news and insights, covering topics such as finance, investing, and marketing for nearly 80 years. Learn more here. → Selected work: Lincoln Model L100: Celebrating 100 Years of Visionary Design Roadshow by CNETContributor | 2020-2021
Part of the CNET family, Roadshow focuses on everything automotive. From expert reviews and buying advice to breaking news and industry insights, Roadshow covers it all. Learn more here. → Selected work: RideContributor | 2019
Ride is a venture by Kelley Blue Book/KBB.com that goes beyond traditional automotive coverage to focus on technology and trends in the pursuit of mobility. Learn more here. → Check out my Ride portfolio AutoGravityContributor | 2019
AutoGravity is a one-stop shop for car buyers, offering vehicle reviews, dealership inventories, and financing options. Its AutoGravitas section offers additional resources such as industry news, shopping advice, and money tips. → Check out my AutoGravity portfolio AutoweekContributor | 2018-2019
Autoweek is a subscription-only bi-weekly covering the automotive industry with an enthusiast mindset--from new vehicles, classic cars, motorsports, and the technology and products that keep them running. Learn more here. → Check out my Autoweek portfolio New York Daily NewsContributor, Autos | 2016-2018
The Daily News is one of New York's most iconic media brands and boasts the #1 readership in NYC. Learn more here. → Check out my NYDN Autos portfolio HagertyContributor | 2018
Hagerty is a global leader in collector car and boat insurance but at its core the family-run business is as much about developing and maintaining a passion as it is about protecting prized possessions. More than insurance, Hagerty provides editorial content on everything from current collectibles to future classics. Learn more here. → Selected work: The 10-millionth Ford Mustang rolls off the line at Flat Rock CARFAXContributor | 2017-2018
CARFAX is the leading source of vehicle history information in North America, offering consumers the most comprehensive database available. The CARFAX Blog offers tips on car buying and vehicle maintenance as well as provides coverage on industry news and car reviews. Learn more here. → Check out my CARFAX portfolio Internet BrandsContributor | 2017
Internet Brands is a portfolio of companies covering automotive, health, home/travel, and legal sectors that offer both web solutions for businesses and informative websites for consumers. Learn more here. → Partial portfolio below: Digital TrendsContributor, Autos | 2016-2017
With more than 24 million unique visitors monthly, Digital Trends is one of the most influential portals when it comes to consumer electronics news, reviews, and analysis. Learn more here. → Selected work: Mandatory (formerly Crave Online)
Contributor, Design & Culture | 2015-2017
Formerly Crave Online, Mandatory continues to cover all things men's lifestyle--entertainment, fashion, dining, relationship, trends, and the occasional weird news (because why not?). Learn more here. → Check out my Mandatory portfolio Bobit Business MediaEditorial Assistant | 2003
Produced copy for B2B publications in automotive, transportation, security and public safety sectors as well as managed content and artwork for corporate newsletter. → Selected work: UCLA Daily BruinContributing Writer, Arts & Entertainment | 2002
Assignments included: film, TV and music reviews; coverage of major industry events; and a weekly opinion column. Frequent caption/copy collaborator; occasional hate-mail receiver. → Selected work: |
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