Matt Young

Director of Public Relations @Visit Lake Charles- Louisiana\'s Playground

Lake Charles, LA, US
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WORK HISTORY

Mar 2023 — Present

Director of Public Relations @Visit Lake Charles- Louisiana\'s Playground

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Lake Charles, LA, US

Boosted media coverage by 125% during first year through smart press outreach, creative story ideas, and hosting national and international media visits.• Helped put Lake Charles on the map with a full-episode feature on The Great Food Truck Race, bringing national attention to our food scene and culture.• Built strong relationships with journalists and influencers, leading to more coverage in top travel, food, and lifestyle outlets—all while keeping Visit Lake Charles\' brand message consistent.

EDUCATION

2002 — 2006

Louisiana Tech University

Bachelor of Arts, Communication, Political Science, Public Relations

SKILLS

Public RelationsEvent PlanningStrategic CommunicationsCorporate CommunicationsStaff ManagementSocial Media MarketingPublic SpeakingNon-ProfitsFundraisingCopywritingEvent ManagementHuman ResourcesNew MediaPublicityProgram ManagementBloggingFacebookEditorialCommunity DevelopmentMedia RelationsBudgetsManagementAdvertisingNonprofitsSpokespersonNewslettersStrategyStrategic PlanningCopy EditingEditingCrisis CommunicationsSocial NetworkingSpeech WritingPublicationsPress ReleasesSocial MediaAp StyleMarketing StrategyMarketing CommunicationsMarketing

ABOUT MATT YOUNG

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