Allison Conti

About Allison Conti

Experienced Public Relations, Marketing, and Event Management professional with a…

Experience

1. Public Affairs Specialist

   Norfolk Naval Shipyard

   Sep 2019 — Present · Norfolk, VA, US

   Coordinate, design, plan and execute various public affairs programs for Norfolk Naval Shipyard in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.Track, analyze and evaluate annual communication and engagement goals to provide timely, accurate and relevant information to workforce, community, and media.Pitch and write strategic stories to support communication objectives.Maintain friendly and diplomatic relationship with local media, public officials and members of the community to ensure maintenance of shipyard’s reputation as a responsible steward of taxpayer dollars.Prepare and distribute news releases, develop print, social and digital content and strategy to meet organizational goals, including editorial content.Design communication plans and marketing collateral for various shipyard programs.Create and edit written and visual media content using Microsoft Word, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe InDesign for public release and use on various social media platforms and by the media.Write, edit and assist with the design of the shipyard’s monthly magazine, “Service to the Fleet.” Ensure adherence to Associated Press (AP) and Navy style guides.Analyze the impact and effectiveness of print materials and offer recommendations for improvement when necessary.

Education

• George Mason University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History

  2008 — 2012

• S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University

  Master of Science - MS, Public Relations

  2019 — 2021