JUDITH MALVEAUX

5349 Magnolia Tree Lane, Charlotte, NC 28215 | (C) 504-220-9677 www.judithmalveaux.com | judithamalveaux@gmail.com PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Results-oriented communication strategist talented at public speaking and presentation development. Offers deep media contacts and extensive experience with internal communications and employee engagement. Proactive media and communication professional with 8 years in internal and external communications, social media, blogging and media relations. Deadline-driven and highly motivated strategic communication consultant with firm grasp of corporate messaging and branding. Possesses strong work ethic, as well as exceptional writing, editing and research skills developed from more than 20 years of experience in journalism. Communication consultant with strengths in internal communication and community relations. Frequently attends webinars and professional development opportunities to stay current on communication trends.

SKILLS
Natural leader Advanced knowledge of AP Style Superior verbal and written communication skills Adobe Photoshop Analytical thinker PowerPoint and Prezi presentations Exceptional attention to detail Adobe Illustrator Excellent interpersonal skills Web content generator and designer Creative thinker SharePoint Brand development and management WordPress Crisis communication Social Media, including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Pinterest and podcasts

WORK HISTORY
Communication Instructor 08/2013 to Current Central Piedmont Community College, Mecklenburg County, NC Teach introduction to communication classes, instructing students on developing interpersonal communication and public speaking skills. Communications Consultant 03/2013 to Current Malveaux Creative Services, LLC , Mecklenburg County, NC Direct communications for North Carolina Public Charter Schools Association, including strategic communication planning, pitching news stories, holding communication-related workshops and editing news releases. Advise school leaders on developing marketing plans, crisis communication planning and increasing partnership opportunities with local businesses and agencies. Develop strategic communication and marketing plans for small businesses and nonprofits. Organize and lead community workshops on marketing, public relations and social media for small businesses. Multimedia/Internal Communications Specialist 03/2006 to 2/2013 Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, Charlotte, NC Managed employee recognition program by creating marketing materials, establishing and maintaining relationships with community partners who funded the program and coordinating program promotion and publicity. Revamped media relations employee group, adding two-way communication opportunities and more employee interaction with community partners. Meeting attendance increased by more than 300 percent. Created nationally recognized internal strategic communication plan by examining district's existing strategic plan, vision and mission and developing quantifiable internal communication goals. Researched brand on social media and enacted plan that included Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest and podcasts. Developed annual strategic budget communication plan based on stakeholder research, resources and SWOT analysis. In one year, more than 1,200 employee emails were personally answered and weekly communications were sent updating employees and answering questions. In another year, materials were developed to assist employees with self-advocacy for pay increases, which led to all staff receiving a 3-percent raise. Coached school-level and district leaders on communication tactics and employee engagement. Wrote and edited district fact sheets, news releases and newsletters. Worked with local media, internal departments and community partners to promote key initiatives. Organized internal and external meetings, including publicity and led focus groups to support district initiatives. Drafted speeches for elected officials, district executives and school-based leaders.

JUDITH MALVEAUX
5349 Magnolia Tree Lane, Charlotte, NC 28215 | (C) 504-220-9677 www.judithmalveaux.com | judithamalveaux@gmail.com
Freelance Writer The Palm Beach Post & South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Palm Beach County, FL Composed articles about Palm Beach County events and organizations. 02/2004 to 02/2006

Web Reporter 06/2002 to 02/2006 LRP Publications, Palm Beach Gardens, FL Wrote and edited stories for education websites and newsletters. Worked with educators and researchers to develop electronic and print news content. Edited submissions from educators and authors for publication. Freelance Writer 10/2001 to 05/2002 The Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA Wrote articles profiling schools, churches, neighborhood programs and community organizations. Managed all reporting for annual giving campaign. Reporter 09/1998 to 09/2001 Daily Press, Newport News, VA Covered education and youth issues. Initiated teen forums to increase youth readership. Developed and coordinated community forums on issues such as the Confederate Flag and legacy of Nat Turner. Landmark Intern Landmark Communications, Norfolk, VA Wrote news stories for the Virginian-Pilot and the News & Record. 03/1998 to 09/1998

EDUCATION
Master of Arts: Communication Queens University of Charlotte - Charlotte, NC Master Certificate: Business Administration Tulane University - New Orleans, LA Online certificate program, featuring courses in management, marketing and human resources. Bachelor of Arts: Mass Media Hampton University - Hampton, VA 2013 2010

1997

ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Organized and managed department internship program. Workshop presenter on marketing and public relations for the 2013 North Carolina Public Charter Schools Association Conference. National School Public Relations 2010 Conference Presenter. Arts & Science Council 2008 Emerging Artist Grant recipient. Member of National School Public Relations Association 2008 Gold Medallion Award-winning team.

AFFILIATIONS
Communications Team for GenerationNation Strategic planning team for University City Bible and Leadership Institute Social media team for University City Church Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Public Relations Society of America National Association of Professional Women

HOBBIES
Creative writing Photography Jewelry making Consignment shopping