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Ania B. Prybyla Stilwell Geneva, NY 14456 (315) 781-2731 Ania603@yahoo.

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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Accomplished Communications Professional, seeking a position within the health industry or syndicated broadcast medium; possess background as a television news health segment producer, and communications and public relations manager in the not-for-profit sector. Strong verbal and written communicator with exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills; highly experienced at information gathering through methods of interview and research. Possess an enthusiastic and compassionate nature, and driven to help others. Proficient in: Communication skills (public relations, media relations, social media, crisis media communications, internal/external communication) Management skills Organizational skills

Problem solving skills

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

Food Bank of Central New York, Syracuse, NY Public Relations Manager

2010-2012

Planned and coordinated activities designed to create or maintain a favorable public image or raise hunger awareness for the Food Bank and engaged in fundraising activities to solicit and maintain funds for the agency Researched and wrote content for published agency correspondence including newsletters, thank you letters, annual report, e-newsletters, and anniversary Commemorative Issue to generate funds for the agency. Wrote interesting and effective press releases and secured numerous media placements. Coordinated and implemented media portion of Food Banks grand opening and other special events including visit from Food Network star, Sandra Lee, attended by state legislators and media outlets Created and distributed media packets resulting in consistent media outlet coverage Developed and maintained multifaceted social media campaign through Twitter and Facebook, and fostered the agencys website development. Identified audiences, determined the best way to communicate publicity information to them, and developed and implemented a communication plan. Established and maintained effective working relationships with clients and media representatives, and used these relationships to develop new business opportunities including media sponsorship of events (SavorSyracuse, Golf Tournament) and publicity stunts (Shed Light on Hunger). Developed and maintained multifaceted social media campaign through Twitter and Facebook

Freelance Writer, Geneva, NY Communications Consultant (Independent Contractor)

2009-2010 Ania Prybyla Stilwell Page 1 of 2

Researched and gathered information and conducted interviews. Wrote health-related articles and press releases based on clients needs. Collaborated with clients on media projects involving advertising and marketing to promote an intended public image for individual businesses and health agencies.

American Cancer Society, Rochester, NY 2009 Communications and Marketing Project Manager (Contract Assignment)
Executed strategic communications and marketing activities that promoted the Society. Proactively reacted to breaking news stories as relates to the Societys mission. Helped develop and execute strategic plans to help Society progress towards goals around colon cancer, breast cancer, and tobacco use. Wrote articles about guests of the Societys Hope Lodge facility which generated awareness and funds; press releases about fund raisers including provided the American Cancer Societys views through written newspaper Op-Ed columns. Executed activities across a range of communications disciplines including media relations, marketing, and internal and corporate communications.

WSYR-TV (NewsChannel 9), Syracuse, NY News Segment Producer

1996-2008

Planned and coordinated health and consumer-interest segments for television newscast Coordinated writing, directing and editing, and collaborated with outside agencies, for health-related events, theme broadcasts and health series such as raising awareness about youth obesity (9 Kids Challenge), explaining gender differences in heart disease and its symptoms (Womens Heart Health) and advocating early detection of breast cancer (BuddyCheck 9). Field reported, produced and daily wrote health material for Consumer Reports segment and the Family Healthcast - a franchise fronted by the stations lead female anchor. Developed and updated stations web page content and links in a timely manner. Responded to public inquiries, comments and suggestions to positively promote station and build public trust EDUCATION, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, CERTIFICATIONS, LANGUAGES B.A. Broadcast Journalism (cum laude), SUNY Oswego, Oswego, N.Y. A.A.S. Journalism Technology, SUNY Morrisville, Morrisville, N.Y. Grant Writing USA (2010), Syracuse, N.Y. Regents Certification, School of Ukrainian Studies Camp Counselor Certification for Ukrainian scouting organization PLAST Ukrainian, Polish and French COMPUTER SKILLS Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, Lotus Notes and PowerPoint Blackbaud Raisers Edge (fundraising Vocus (marketing and public relations and donor management software) software)

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