Elena Aguirre - Communications Specialist - PCI Productions, NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center | Himalayas
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Elena Aguirre

@elenaaguirre

Strategic communications professional with expertise in public affairs and media.

United States

What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic role that fosters creativity and strategic communication, allowing me to drive impactful engagement and outreach.

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

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Current

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.

FC

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.

OS

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.

CC

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.

TC

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 logoCB

California State University, San Bernardino

Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies: Public Relations

California State University, San Bernardino logoCB

California State University, San Bernardino

Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies: Media Studies

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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