Meaghan Agnew

Director of Communications and Public Relations @Museum of Science

Boston, MA, US

Lead the communications/PR department in developing and executing high-impact strategies that elevate the Museum’s reputation across local, regional, national, and international audiences—including media, the public, educators, policymakers, and leaders in science and technology.Oversee PR team that secured more than 1300 mentions in 2024 with a media value of more than $18 million and an audience reach of 1.6 billion. Serve as executive communications lead for the Museum’s President, managing a robust thought-leadership platform that includes 6–8 op-eds, 25+ LinkedIn articles, 12+ Board messages, and remarks for 10+ high-profile events annually.Cultivate and expand a media network of contacts, significantly growing earned media visibility and shaping the Museum’s public narrative across mainstream and sector-specific outlets.Lead all communications strategy and messaging for 4–5 public-facing crisis situations annually, ensuring clarity, alignment, and reputation protection under pressure.Oversee the development and dissemination of a wide range of editorial and press materials, including press releases, media advisories, statements, fact sheets, and executive messaging.Direct the strategy and execution of 40+ public and press events each year, supporting major launches, exhibitions, fundraising efforts, and institutional campaigns.Respond to 10–20 weekly media inquiries and manage 40+ annual film and television requests, positioning the Museum as a visible and trusted science voice.Provide strategic oversight for earned media and messaging tied to permanent and traveling exhibitions, film and theater premieres, education initiatives, public programming, advancement efforts, and digital engagement.

Boston University

Master's degree

Boston University

Certificate

Brown University

Bachelor's degree