Brian Melso

Head of Operations, Communication & Media @Byram Hills Central School District

Armonk, NY, US

Byram Hills exemplifies a multifaceted educational institution encompassing four campuses and five buildings, where my department plays a pivotal role in orchestrating a level of communication akin to that of tier-1 collegiate establishments. My scope of responsibilities extends to- Elevating District communication to a tier 1 collegiate standard- Devising and implementing streamlined communication channels facilitating effective interactions between staff/faculty and District stakeholders- Supervising and directing Media/Communication personnel and operational facets- Pioneering progressive communication benchmarks for the District, encompassing crisis management, emergency communication protocols, mass dissemination strategies, and dynamic social media utilization- Undertaking final content scrutiny prior to dissemination across multiple mediums, encompassing print, social platforms, and video- Serving as a trusted Communication/Media consultant for Superintendents and Administrators- Overseeing the role of Website Administrator for all District-affiliated websites- Assuming the dual mantle of Creative & Technical Director, responsible for producing cutting-edge, sophisticated District content- Holding the positions of Administrator and content creator for all social media channels- Fostering strategic collaboration with District C-Level Superintendents and Administrators- Nurturing the role of Graphic Designer for high-end District print materials, encompassing trade magazines, calendars, and brochures- Acting as a District Brand Ambassador, fostering synergistic partnerships with Athletics, District Office, school buildings, and volunteer organizations- Exercising fiscal stewardship by managing departmental budgets and providing consultative input for grant proposals.