I want to contribute to an organization by creating internal communication strategies that improve transparency, support leadership alignment, and foster a strong, inclusive workplace culture.
Dakota Carter
@dakotacarter
Strategic communicator with 7 years experience, passionate about mission-driven messaging.
What I'm looking for
I am a versatile marketing and public relations specialist with a strong background in strategic communications. My experience includes managing internal communications and customer relationship management (CRM) to support student enrollment at Chennault Flying Service. I excel in writing announcements, email campaigns, and outreach content calendars, ensuring that messaging is consistent across various platforms.
Previously, I served as the Media Relations Manager for the Air Force Thunderbirds, where I led internal communications and campaign planning for over 130 team members. I managed social media for more than 2 million followers, maintaining the brand voice and writing press releases, talking points, and internal leadership updates. My collaborative approach has allowed me to align messaging across teams for national events, enhancing our public outreach efforts.
With a solid foundation in public affairs from my time in the U.S. Air Force, I have honed my skills in crisis communication and content creation. I am passionate about connecting with audiences through effective messaging and am committed to supporting organizational goals through strategic communication initiatives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Media Relations Manager
Air Force Thunderbirds
Jul 2022 - Jul 2025 (3 years)
Led internal comms for 130+ member aviation team, which included consistent updates, morale messaging, executive support, and onboarding content. Trained spokespersons, built SOPs, managed crisis comms, and produced multimedia content to connect team culture and ensure message alignment.
Public Affairs Specialist
U.S. Air Force
Jan 2019 - Jun 2022 (3 years 5 months)
Led strategic communications for high-visibility missions across national platforms. Developed messaging for internal and external audiences, coordinated with press and government stakeholders, and produced multimedia content to enhance public understanding and support of Air Force operations. Supported executive leadership with talking point, and community engagement.
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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Associate of Science, Aeronautics
2022 - 2024
Studied aeronautics at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, completing an Associate of Science degree. Currently finishing a Bachelor's in Aeronautics.
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