J Gray
Public Information Officer Iii @Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
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WORK HISTORY
Public Information Officer Iii @Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
Chicago, IL, US
Support primary agency spokesperson by crafting strategic media responses and providing expert media relations counsel for highly sensitive and confidential child welfare matters• Assist in the development of comprehensive internal communications strategies to engage staff across multiple DCFS offices and regional locations• Assist with social media content showcasing DCFS policies, awareness campaigns, policy achievements and initiatives that highlight the department\'s mission, values and vision• Help design and execute public awareness campaigns focused on child welfare prevention, safety and family preservation• Assist with coordinating media responses for emergencies and crisis communications across multiple DCFS offices and regions• Collaborate with the Governor\'s Press Office and other state agencies on multi-agency initiatives and emergency response protocols• Develop and implement comprehensive media policies and procedures for agency communications• Assist with media response strategy and messaging guidance, leveraging extensive journalism and broadcast experience.• Help manage relationships with local, state and national media outlets to ensure accurate coverage of agency operations
EDUCATION
Columbia College Chicago
MA, Journalism
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Bachelor's degree, Film/Cinema/Video Studies
University of Southern California
Psychology & Film
ABOUT J GRAY
Accomplished public affairs and media relations professional with 10+ years of progressive experience in government communications, crisis management and stakeholder engagement. Proven track record in managing sensitive and confidential matters across multiple state agencies. Expert in developing comprehensive media strategies, serving as Public Information Officer and building strategic partnerships with diverse stakeholders. Award-winning journalist with extensive newsroom management experience and a deep understanding of media operations.
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