John Winn

About John Winn

With over 25 years of service in the U.S. Air Force (Active duty and Reserve) and 20 years as a Federal employee, I bring extensive experience in project management, leadership, communication skills and reliability to any task at hand. Throughout my career, I have successfully led teams of 20+ members in demanding environments and played a pivotal role in the success of the organizations I have been a part of. I have developed skills that have profoundly influenced my civilian career trajectory.Initially trained as a Munitions Systems Specialist, I spent over a decade traveling the world before transitioning to a new career path. In 2011, I joined the Air National Guard to pursue my passion for communications and media production, which led me to earn a degree in communications.My professional journey continued with Hewlett-Packard, where I started in their virtual training studio before securing a full-time position as a Public Affairs Specialist with the Idaho Air National Guard. Progressing in my career, I served as the Public Affairs Superintendent for the Utah Air National Guard\'s 151st Air Refueling Wing, collaborating with senior leaders on information campaigns, policy interpretation, and strategic planning.In 2021, I enhanced my expertise by completing the rigorous Public Affairs Communication Strategy Qualification (PACS-Q) course at the Defense Information School in Fort Meade, MD, and graduating from the Senior NCO Academy at Maxwell AFB-Gunter Annex, AL.Relocating to Salem, Oregon in 2022, I assumed the role of Public Information Officer and spokesperson for the City of Salem before joining the U.S. Forest Service\'s National Press Team in Washington, D.C. In addition to my responsibilities with the Forest Service, I currently serve as an Air Force Reservist with the Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs office in Washington, D.C.I am enthusiastic about this phase of my career and remain dedicated to serving the community as a public servant. My profound interest in outdoor activities and land management, combined with my comprehensive education, training, and professional background, fuels my commitment to making a positive impact in my current role.

Experience

1. Public Affairs Specialist, Smsgt, U s Air Force Reserves

   United States Air Force

   Sep 2022 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   I serve as an Individual Mobilization Augmentee to the Public Affairs Superintendent, Secretary of the AirForce Public Affairs office, Pentagon. I provide communication, advice and planning support for AirForce priorities, issues, and initiatives. Additionally, I evaluates the effectiveness of communicationproducts, processes, and programs in order to recommend adaptations and changes for future plans and operations

Education

• Defense Information School

  Public Affairs & Communication Strategy Qualification course (formerly PAQC)

  2021 — 2021

• Purdue University

  Masters of Science (M.S.), Communication, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

  2015 — 2017

• Boise State University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, Media Production Emphasis

  2010 — 2013

• Community College of the Air Force

  Associates in Applied Science, Munitions Systems/Ordinance Technology

  2001 — 2013

• Defense Information School

  Broadcast Communication Specialist, Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician