Bill Begley

About Bill Begley

A versatile communicator and award-winning journalist. A respected media relations…

Experience

1. Marketing and Public Relations Manager

   City of Edmond

   Oct 2021 — Present · Edmond, OK, US

   As manager for a team of 7, leads all activities in the marketing and public information programs, including planning, directing, organizing, staffing, and training. Ensures a consistent marketing message aligned with the city’s mission and core values. Manages an award-winning team of professionals involved in all facets of communication including writing, design, video, photography, social media and website management and special events. Serves as the city spokesperson and point of contact for the media. Champions customer service by assisting a wide range of community stakeholders daily. Supports all city departments to ensure messaging and information is delivered accurately and timely. Stewards public funds by effectively managing assigned budget.

Education

• Texas Christian University

  Certified Public Communicator

  2018 — 2019

• Eastern Kentucky University

  Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communications

  1979 — 1983

Skills

• Editing
• Spokesperson
• Public Affairs
• Storytelling
• Emergency Management
• Copywriting
• Journalism
• Headline Writing
• Speech Writing
• Feature Articles
• Public Policy
• Photoshop
• Editorial
• Press Releases
• Publications
• Social Media
• Ap Style
• Magazines
• Corporate Communications
• Public Speaking
• Blogging
• Public Relations
• Internal Communications
• Local Government
• Organization
• Media Relations
• Communications Planning
• Online Journalism
• Sports Writing
• Crisis Communications
• Creative Writing
• Event Planning
• Radio
• Community Outreach
• Social Networking
• Web Content
• Copy Editing
• Strategic Communications
• Broadcast Journalism
• Newspapers