Wendy Walch

Public Information Officer Planning Specialist @Maryland Department Of Emergency Management Mdem

Hanover, MD, US

Plan, develop, and deliver clear, engaging content for the State of Maryland’s 6.3 million residents, reaching audiences across 7 social media platforms and official web channels- Coordinate strategic messaging with 75+ internal and external stakeholders, ensuring consistent brand alignment and proactive communication planning- Write, edit, and design educational content, press materials, and public updates for a combined following of 72,300+ on X and other platforms- Develop and execute 1–3 public education campaigns per month, with average monthly output of 20–30 targeted posts- Achieved campaign engagement reach as high as 78.21% through effective audience targeting and clear, accessible messaging- Create branded graphics and multimedia assets using Canva and AI tools to enhance digital storytelling and visual impact- Monitor SEO and basic analytics to assess message performance and adjust content strategy for maximum reach and clarity- Collaborate cross-functionally to prepare strategic communications plans, educational outreach, and internal updates that strengthen stakeholder trust.

University of South Carolina

Bachelor's degree, Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics