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Karen Kerr

Portmore

Summary

Dynamic Public Relations Media Manager with a proven track record at Revivaltime Restoration Worship Center RTRWC. Expert in multimedia production and reputation management, successfully enhancing brand visibility through strategic press releases and impactful media campaigns. Adept at fostering media relationships and managing crisis communications, driving growth and engagement across diverse platforms.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Public Relations Media Manager

Revivaltime Restoration Worship Center RTRWC
03.2014 - Current
  • Organized successful press conferences and events to showcase new product launches or important company announcements.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams on integrated campaigns for amplified reach and impact.
  • Conducted comprehensive competitor analysis to identify opportunities for differentiation and growth within the market landscape.
  • Boosted brand awareness through the creation of engaging press releases and media pitches.
  • Improved overall PR strategy by conducting regular audits of current practices and making necessary adjustments based on findings.
  • Developed targeted messaging for various audiences, tailoring content to resonate effectively.
  • Oversaw content creation for a variety of channels including blogs, social media, newsletters, and website copy.
  • Managed crisis communications, mitigating potential damage to the company's reputation.
  • Managed internal, external, and crisis communications.
  • Communicated with media weekly to build relationships and optimize press coverage.
  • Produced and distributed internal and external communications.
  • Aligned projects and daily activities with company vision, strategies and tactics.
  • Oversaw social media presence and aligned posts to include branding and trending ideas.

Manager

Mc Donald’s
04.1992 - 06.1999
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.

Education

High School Diploma - Geography, History, Physics, Math, English

Convent of Mercy Academy (Alpha)
Kingston
09.1991

Skills

  • Video editing
  • Internal communications
  • Multimedia production
  • Photography
  • Social media strategy
  • Community relations
  • Reputation management

Accomplishments

I successfully brought the church I represent into the broadcast media world and updated its media practices to achieve a more prominent media presence. Joined forces with other ministries working together and generating a large audience, especially overseas. Engaged in dynamic videography at events featuring well known performers thereby attracting attention from wide ranging countries and people.

Affiliations

Revivaltime Tabenacle Worship Center

Interests

Audience engagement (Audio visual) - Media (videography) - Graphics (Flyer design) - Photography

Video editing -Creative writing & proofreading

Timeline

Public Relations Media Manager

Revivaltime Restoration Worship Center RTRWC
03.2014 - Current

Manager

Mc Donald’s
04.1992 - 06.1999

High School Diploma - Geography, History, Physics, Math, English

Convent of Mercy Academy (Alpha)
Karen Kerr