Sarah Auerbach
@sarahauerbach
Goal-oriented communications and public relations professional with writing passion.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced communications and public relations professional with a strong passion for writing. My career spans various sectors, including education, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, packaging, and finance. I have successfully executed public relations initiatives and strategic communications efforts that have consistently achieved organizational goals.
Throughout my career, I have honed my skills in writing and editing internal and external communications, managing social media content, and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure project alignment. My recent role as a Writer/Editor at Fidelis Care has allowed me to further develop my expertise in creating engaging content for diverse audiences, while my previous experiences have equipped me with a robust understanding of media relations and public relations strategies.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Writer/Editor
Fidelis Care (Centene Corporation)
Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Wrote and prepared internal employee-facing materials including weekly and monthly newsletter articles, social media copy, and intranet content. Organized and edited content from various stakeholders for publication and collaborated cross-functionally with the communications team.
Communications Specialist
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Aug 2022 - Aug 2023 (1 year)
Wrote news stories, publicized departmental events, and managed the department's social media. Created and maintained a content calendar to ensure organizational consistency and achieved 62% growth in Twitter following.
Public Relations Specialist
loanDepot
Jan 2022 - Mar 2022 (2 months)
Wrote and distributed press releases to disseminate company news and developed Meltwater dashboards for report analysis. Collaborated interdepartmentally to facilitate design and artwork production.
Corporate Communications & Public Relations Manager
HMP Global
Nov 2020 - Nov 2021 (1 year)
Wrote and distributed press releases and media alerts, and managed corporate social media. Utilized Cision to research and create targeted media lists, executing one-to-one outreach for press coverage.
Communications Coordinator
Passaic County Technical Institute
Jul 2019 - Present (6 years)
Wrote timely press releases and prepared press materials for monthly board meetings. Assisted with the production, design, and layout of a quarterly magazine and created media lists.
Public Relations Specialist
Turchette Brand Marketing & Public Relations
Dec 2017 - Present (7 years 7 months)
Wrote and distributed content including press releases, pitch letters, and blog posts. Executed direct outreach to localized media and utilized Cision to compile media contact lists.
Education
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Southern New Hampshire University Online
M.A. in Communication with Public Relations Concentration, Communication with Public Relations Concentration
Grade: Summa Cum Laude GPA 4.0
Pursued a Master of Arts in Communication with a focus on Public Relations, achieving Summa Cum Laude honors with a perfect 4.0 GPA. Developed advanced skills in communication strategies and public relations practices.
Seton Hall University
B.A. in Public Relations, Public Relations
Grade: Magna Cum Laude GPA 3.8
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a 3.8 GPA. Gained foundational knowledge and practical skills in public relations principles and applications.
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