307 LANCASTER AVENUE • RICHMOND, KY 40475
PHONE 919 448 1419 • E-MAIL CHRIS@CHRISHIGGINBOTHAM.COM
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CHRIS HIGGINBOTHAM |
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS |
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- Ten years’ experience in media and public communication
- Three-time award recipient for excellence in military journalism
- Proven leadership and teamwork skills
- Proficient at multimedia editing on multiple software platforms
- Experienced at working in demanding environments
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| PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE |
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Public Relations
- Organized and executed community relations campaigns
- Developed and executed internal communication strategies
- Assisted in media relations during Abu Ghraib trials
- Escorted civilian media during combat operations in Iraq
- Trained more than 500 soldiers in media relations
- Studied the use of social media in communication campaigns
Reporting
- Reported stories in nine countries on three continents
- Conducted frequent interviews with senior international officials
- Produced stories and press releases for print and broadcast media
Leadership
- Managed an office and staff of two public relations specialists
- Supervised and trained soldiers in public affairs and combat exercises
- Assisted in teaching undergraduate courses in journalism and ethics
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| EMPLOYMENT HISTORY |
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2010-Present
2007-2010
2009
2003-2007
1999-2003 |
Public Outreach Manager
Roy H. Park Teaching Fellow
Journalism Intern
Public Affairs Specialist
On-Air Talent |
Blue Grass Chemical Stockpile Outreach
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
China Internet Information Center
U.S. Army, Germany
WASU College Radio |
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| EDUCATION |
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| Aug. 2007 - Dec. 2010 |
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill |
M
.A. Public Relations
- Focused in communication strategy and crisis communication
Jan. 2005 - May 2007
M.A. International Relations |
University of Oklahoma |
- Focused in intercultural communication and political economics
Aug. 1998 - May 2003
B.A. Electronic Media |
Appalachian State University |
- Focused in radio production, performance and management
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| VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE |
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Writing Coach
Public Relations Volunteer |
McDougle Middle School
Raleigh Little Theatre
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