Swaters

About Swaters

I am an energetic professional with more than 15 years of experience. To the table I…

Experience

1. Public Affairs Officer, Springfield Police Department

   City Of Springfield, Missouri

   Jan 2022 — Present

   Act as primary spokesperson contact between the police department, and the public and news media.• Manage, monitor, and curate content for Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.• Write clear, concise news releases.• Collaborate with numerous internal units and sections to identify key stories to enhance the department\'s public perception.• Navigate the fine line between transparency and protecting the integrity of confidential information while ensuring the public stays informed and the department\'s reputation upheld.• Distill complex information and industry-specific jargon into digestible content.• Advise department staff on public relations and communications best practices.• Plan and promote various community outreach events including Coffee with the Chief.• Look for new and innovative ways to engage with the community.• Compile and write public annual report, and annual crime report documents.• Manage and edit website content.• Build internal relationships and trust to best serve the department\'s outreach efforts.

Education

• Missouri State University

  Masters of Arts, Communication

  2010 — 2011

• Missouri State University

  Bachelor of Science, Public Relations

  2006 — 2010

Skills

• Press Releases
• Public Relations
• Media Relations
• Facebook
• Graphic Design
• Community Development
• Employee Relations
• Social Media Marketing
• Blogging
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Building Relationships
• Newsletters
• Social Media
• Event Planning
• Community Relations
• Editing
• Wordpress
• Social Networking