Donald W. Perkins
Press Assistant @U.S. Department Of Education
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WORK HISTORY
Press Assistant @U.S. Department Of Education
Washington, DC, US
Format and mock up official press releases using Adobe Creative Suite, supporting rapid clearance and distribution to national, state, and local media.Communicate weekly Department of Education accomplishments (“wins”) to the White House, ensuring alignment with administration priorities and coordinated messaging.Draft internal memoranda and briefing materials for the Secretary, supporting decision-making and external communications.Assist with press operations and media relations, including dissemination of materials, monitoring coverage, and compiling daily and weekly press clips and mentions for senior leadership.Contribute to social media strategy and execution, drafting copy and creating visuals aligned with leadership priorities and policy rollouts.Design graphics and digital assets using Canva to accompany announcements, policy initiatives, and media moments.Develop high-performing digital content to amplify official messaging, including posts that reached 2M+ views, significantly expanding audience reach.Launched and manage a stakeholder newsletter, synthesizing policy updates, announcements, and media coverage for external audiences.
EDUCATION
Keene State College
Bachelor's degree, Political Science and Government
ABOUT DONALD W. PERKINS
I am a people first and communications professional with experience supporting press operations, digital strategy, and message development in a fast-paced public affairs environment. Currently serving as a Press Assistant at the U.S. Department of Education, I work at the intersection of policy, media, and storytelling, helping to translate complex initiatives into clear, compelling narratives for the public.My background in education policy and communications has shaped a broader interest in international relations, humanitarian issues, and public diplomacy. I am particularly interested in how education, strategic communications, and values-based messaging can strengthen America’s global leadership, foster cross-cultural understanding, and advance democratic principles abroad.I am motivated by the belief that effective communication is a form of diplomacy, whether informing the American public, engaging international partners, or elevating issues such as global poverty, access to education, and human development. Through my work, I aim to build the skills necessary to contribute to future roles in press, public affairs, or international-facing communications, where messaging and policy intersect on a global stage.Long-term, I hope to leverage my experience in government communications to support U.S. engagement abroad and humanitarian efforts that reflect both American interests and American ideals.
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