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Patrice Scott

@patricescott1

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Senior communications and public affairs professional specializing in media relations and strategic storytelling.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking senior communications roles where I can lead strategic storytelling, media relations, and stakeholder engagement for mission-driven organizations with collaborative cultures and clear impact metrics.

I am a senior communications and public affairs professional with extensive experience across corporate, nonprofit, and higher education environments. I translate complex initiatives into clear, compelling narratives that strengthen brand reputation and build trust with internal and external audiences.

In my current dual appointments, I lead organization-wide communications for a 14,000-member global higher education association and manage communications for a college within a major university, overseeing media relations, executive messaging, and high-volume member and alumni communications.

I have a strong track record in integrated communications campaigns, crisis and issues management, and stakeholder engagement, and I routinely produce large-scale email campaigns, newsletters, editorial publications, and spokesperson support. I have also provided freelance communications consulting and led donor-focused marketing and development communications for a university foundation.

My career is grounded in strategic storytelling, editorial oversight, and cross-functional collaboration, supported by degrees in journalism and education. I bring proven leadership in content strategy, reputation management, and community engagement to roles that require clarity, credibility, and results.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Public Information Officer

Current

NACADA: The Global Community for Academic Advising

Mar 2021 - Present (4 years 11 months)

Lead organization-wide communications and public relations for a 14,000-member global association, developing integrated campaigns that support conferences and programs generating over $5M annually and producing 300+ targeted email campaigns per year.

Media Relations Strategic Communications Email Marketing Stakeholder Engagement Content Strategy Brand Management

Current

Communications Coordinator

Current

Kansas State University – College of Education

May 2011 - Present (14 years 9 months)

Manage internal and external communications for the College of Education, edit the alumni magazine, serve as media liaison, and write speeches and scripts for the dean to translate research and initiatives into accessible narratives.

Internal Communications Editorial Management Media Relations Speechwriting Content Strategy Publications Editing

Freelance Communications Consultant

S & N Design

Nov 2013 - Jun 2022 (8 years 7 months)

Provided strategic communications and messaging support to nonprofit, corporate, and small business clients, advising on brand voice, content strategy, and targeted campaign copy that aligned with organizational goals.

Messaging Strategy Copywriting Brand Voice Content Strategy Campaign Development Editing

Marketing & Development Officer

Kansas State University Foundation

Oct 2003 - Apr 2011 (7 years 6 months)

Led donor-focused communications and marketing to support fundraising, conceptualized and produced the veterinary teaching hospital's flagship magazine, and developed promotional materials for specialty programs.

Fundraising Communications Stakeholder Engagement Campaign Management Content Production

Public Affairs Manager

Sprint Corporation

Jul 1997 - Oct 2003 (6 years 3 months)

Served as registered lobbyist and led public affairs initiatives, coordinating advocacy, grassroots efforts, and franchise negotiations across a rural territory while representing corporate interests to legislators.

Government Relations Public Affairs Advocacy Coalition Building Stakeholder Engagement Negotiation Media Relations

Customer Relations Manager

Sprint Corporation

May 1994 - Jul 1997 (3 years 2 months)

Built relationships with community leaders and nonprofit partners, managed grant funding for local initiatives, served as spokesperson, and coordinated public relations events to minimize regulatory complaints.

Community Relations Stakeholder Management Grants Management Public Speaking Crisis Response Customer Advocacy

Public Relations Administrator

Sprint Corporation

Jan 1993 - May 1994 (1 year 4 months)

Wrote and distributed news releases across a six-state media footprint and coordinated advertising placements across print, radio, and television outlets to support regional communications.

Content Writing Media Relations

Corporate Communications Coordinator

Kansas Farm Bureau

Jan 1992 - Jan 1993 (1 year)

Directed internal communications for a statewide insurance and advocacy organization, producing a daily employee newsletter and supporting leadership communications initiatives.

Internal Communications Newsletter Production Content Editing Stakeholder Engagement Messaging

Lifestyles Editor

The Manhattan Mercury

Jan 1991 - Jan 1992 (1 year)

Wrote and edited feature stories and special sections while coordinating with production and graphics teams to meet deadlines and maintain editorial standards.

Feature Writing Editing Section Planning Team Coordination Content Development

Public Affairs Specialist

Fort Riley Military Installation

Jan 1990 - Jan 1991 (1 year)

Supported installation communications during Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm by writing and editing content for the weekly installation newspaper and coordinating public information materials.

Content Editing Crisis Communications Public Information Community Outreach Rapid Response