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Paige Somervail

@paigesomervail

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I lead high-impact public health marketing, media and crisis communications campaigns across national audiences.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to lead high-impact marketing, media and communications work, particularly campaigns that influence behaviour and deliver clear outcomes in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

At Public Health Scotland, I lead marketing and digital media campaigns for national vaccination, immunization and health screening programmes, alongside crisis communications for incidents including Covid-19, measles and meningitis.

I secure proactive press opportunities across outlets including the BBC, Sky News, STV and Channel 4, and media train senior clinicians and executive team members.

I've managed press-office operations, developed team members, and worked with health boards, local authorities and third-sector partners to deliver communications for public and professional audiences.

Earlier, I delivered websites, campaign materials, videos, podcasts and motion graphics for the Roslin Institute, Healthcare Improvement Scotland and the University of Strathclyde.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Marketing & Communications Officer

Current

Public Health Scotland

Feb 2019 - Present (7 years 7 months)

Led and developed marketing and digital media campaigns for national vaccination, immunization, and health screening programmes. Managed crisis communications for public health incidents and line managed team members for media handling.

Marketing Digital Media Campaign Management Crisis Communications Media Relations Line Management Stakeholder Engagement

Senior Marketing Officer

Roslin Institute, University of Edinburgh

Sep 2018 - Feb 2019 (5 months)

Led communications for a Gates Foundation funded project on livestock genetics, including website design and content development. Managed social media channels and developed marketing materials to increase project fundraising.

WordPress Content Development Social Media Management Marketing Materials Video Production Podcasting Motion Graphics Stakeholder Relations

Senior Communications Officer

Healthcare Improvement Scotland

Oct 2017 - Sep 2018 (11 months)

Supported delivery of a new website and brand redevelopment, and led delivery of impact reports for stakeholders and Board members. Managed social media channels and developed digital media content.

Umbraco CMS Brand Development Impact Measurement and Reporting Social Media Management Digital Media Video Production Podcasting Motion Graphics

Knowledge Exchange and Communications Assistant

University of Strathclyde

May 2017 - Oct 2017 (5 months)

Enhanced promotion of professional services across the Science Faculty and developed an outreach plan. Managed web content using TerminalFour CMS and social media channels for knowledge exchange and student recruitment.

TerminalFour Content Management Social Media Management Outreach Planning Student Recruitment