José Gabriel Paz

About José Gabriel Paz

Bilingual Public Relations professional recognized for robust communication skills and adeptness, with experience in project management, crisis resolution, and team leadership. Over ten years of Government experience working on strategic communications and political campaigns. Proven track record in fostering client relations while navigating complex challenges. Passionate about embracing new opportunities to broaden knowledge and skill, consistently striving for personal and professional growth.

Experience

1. Public Communications Specialist

   Broward County Transit Bct

   Apr 2024 — Present

   Lead the development and execution of high-level communication strategies to increase public engagement, brand alignment, and visibility of Broward County Transit’s services and major initiatives- Function as the senior communications point of contact, managing external relations with media, community partners, and stakeholders on behalf of the agency- Draft and oversee key messaging, including internal communications from the CEO, executive announcements, press releases, and public-facing materials across multiple channels- Spearhead community outreach programs and events, providing strategic direction and coordination to strengthen public trust and encourage community input in transit planning- Actively fill leadership gaps within the communications function, mentoring peers, and ensuring continuity of operations and message alignment across the agency in the absence of direct management.

Education

• Universidad del Salvador

  Associate's degree, Communication and Media Studies

• Western Governors University

  Master of Science - MS, Management & Leadership

• Universidad del Salvador

  Bachelor's degree, Public Relations/Image Management

Skills

• Corporate Communications
• Comunicaciones Internas
• Comunicaciones De Marketing
• Política
• Marketing Digital
• Medios Sociales
• Web 2.0
• Strategic Communications
• Prensa
• Online Advertising
• Consultor De Redes Sociales
• Team Leadership
• Comunicados De Prensa
• Redes Sociales
• Gestión Comunitaria
• Relaciones Públicas
• Estrategia De Mercadotecnia
• English
• Spanish
• Digital Marketing
• Microsoft Office
• Comunicaciones Estratégicas
• Social Media
• Medios Digitales
• Mercadotecnia
• Public Relations
• Internal Communications
• Marketing Communications
• Redacción De Contenidos Web
• Mercadotecnia En Medios Sociales
• Comunicaciones Empresariales
• Social Media Marketing
• Español
• Periodismo
• Publicidad En Internet
• Marketing Strategy
• Community Management
• Inglés
• Relaciones Con Los Medios De Comunicación
• Corporate Social Responsibility