Elena Aguirre
@elenaaguirre
Strategic communications professional with expertise in public affairs and media.
What I'm looking for
I am a strategic and creative communications professional with over six years of experience in public affairs, digital media, social media management, and community outreach. My career has been marked by a proven track record of supporting high-profile campaigns at NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center, where I led bilingual engagement strategies and developed impactful print and digital content.
In my current role as a Communications Specialist, I coordinate and execute communication activities across various platforms, ensuring alignment with strategic messaging and goals. I have successfully managed social media platforms, directed public relations campaigns, and enhanced community outreach efforts, all while maintaining strong internal and external communication with stakeholders.
My educational background includes dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Communication Studies, focusing on Public Relations and Media Studies from California State University, San Bernardino. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to create meaningful connections and drive engagement in any organization I work with.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Communications Specialist
PCI Productions, NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center
Feb 2021 - Present (4 years 4 months)
Developed, edited, and disseminated agency products across various communication platforms, ensuring alignment with strategic messaging and goals. Led Spanish communication strategies, activities, and outreach initiatives. Coordinated and executed communication activities independently and as part of a team across various centers and divisions.
Public Relations Consultant
Fellowship of Christian Athletes: High Desert Soccer Club
Apr 2023 - Oct 2024 (1 year 6 months)
Coordinated, planned, and executed communication activities to raise awareness and inform stakeholders about organizational activities and accomplishments. Directed the creation and implementation of public relations campaigns and public activities. Managed social media platforms, including content creation and design, to engage new and existing audiences.
Digital Media Marketing Director
Oak Hills High School Boys Soccer
Oct 2021 - Oct 2024 (3 years)
Planned, developed, and executed the social media account strategy, capturing compelling photos and generating content to increase audience engagement. Aligned the brand with new and emerging trends to expand reach. Streamlined and improved social media platform management and maintenance processes.
Project Coordinator
Digital Transformation at CSUSB
Jan 2020 - Jul 2020 (6 months)
Developed processes and methods that improved the support, marketing, and promotion of mobile app projects, products, and features. Coordinated and assisted in the quality assurance and testing process. Conducted research to improve content and maintain project documentation.
Digital Media Marketing Director
Coyote Radio and Advertising at CSUSB
May 2019 - Dec 2019 (7 months)
Consistently and successfully maintained social media platforms for numerous clients, developing and distributing content for brand awareness and online reputation. Successfully planned and led a social media team of over five members. Streamlined and improved social media platform management, maintenance, and creation processes.
Communications Specialist and Graphic Designer
Teaching Resource Center at CSUSB
Dec 2018 - Jan 2020 (1 year 1 month)
Designed engaging print and digital media assets used across campus platforms. Planned and maintained website content to enhance overall department awareness. Increased website traffic and improved quality of use for faculty and online visitors.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
California State University, San Bernardino
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies: Public Relations
California State University, San Bernardino
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies: Media Studies
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