Lance Catchings

About Lance Catchings

Motivated communications professional and MA candidate in Strategic Communications, with a strong aptitude for innovation and creative problem solving. Exceptional skills in project management, leadership, and in‑depth research. Currently pursuing a Certified Public Manager (CPM) certificate to strengthen my public service leadership and organizational acumen. Collaborative communicator continually focused on building relationships and growing an audience and brand.

Experience

1. Community Heritage Marketing Coordinator

   Texas Historical Commission

   Nov 2023 — Present · Austin, TX, US

   Collaborate with the Community Heritage Development Division and agency staff to lead communications and marketing for the Heritage Tourism Program, Texas Main Street Program, and Certified Local Government programs. Developed and executed strategies to promote community-based initiatives, managed digital content (TexasTimeTravel.com) and marketing materials, ensured brand consistency, tracked key performance indicators, produced statewide tourism publications, and coordinated targeted campaigns and social media content. Represented the agency publicly among key stakeholders, serving as a front-facing advocate and ambassador.

Education

• Texas A&M University-Kingsville

  Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication/Journalism

  2008 — 2013

• Texas Certified Public Manager® Program

  Certified Public Manager (CPM)

• Texas State University

  Master of Arts - MA, Strategic Communications

Skills

• Event Planning
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• News Writing
• Facebook
• Research
• Journalism
• Feature Articles
• Social Networking
• Teamwork
• Ap Style
• Social Media
• Microsoft Office
• Media Relations
• Public Speaking
• Press Releases
• Time Management
• Microsoft Word