MEGAN GILBERT

+1 (242) 801-6041 • megan.gilbert96@gmail.com

meggilbert.weebly.com

A reliable and optimistic communications leader with a passion for bringing

stories to life through written word and beautiful imagery. Skilled in disseminating
information in a relatable, easily understood and aesthetically pleasing manner, in
addition to bringing non-profits’ missions to life through digital and print campaigns.

EXPERIENCE
The Island School Senior Communications Associate, Interim Marketing & Communications
June 2018-Present Manager

• Manage and coordinate with a small team to create and implement digital campaigns
and multimedia projects
• Analyze trends to increase brand awareness and build online presence
• Create content and develop strategic plans for fundraising initiatives
• Develop projects that communicate scientific knowledge and research in an easily
digestible and interesting way for a global audience
• Establish and maintain media relations with and host media events for local and
international contacts
• Partner with larger media organizations to promote work at The Island School, Center
for Sustainable Development, Deep Creek Middle School and the Cape Eleuthera
Institute
• Work in collaboration with both advancement and fundraising teams to create projects
that attract donors and applicants

Cyclones.tv Videography Intern

August 2016-June 2018
• Created video content for Iowa State Athletics
• Worked efficiently and effectively in a high-pressure environment with tight deadlines
• Collaborated with marketing specialists, athletes and coaches to develop ideas and
complete projects
• Supported larger network broadcasts (ESPN, FOX and CBS)

Greenlee School of Communications Assistant

Journalism & Mass
Communication
August 2015-May 2018
• Created branded content including videos, photos and blog posts
• Maintained a student-oriented blog on Iowa State University’s website
• Developed social media campaigns to drive engagement with current and potential
students
• Assisted in planning and executing large-scale events for media industry professionals,
Greenlee School students, alumni and donors.

Daktronics Live Video Production Specialist

August 2015-June 2018
• Supported live video feed for broadcast and video board
• Worked alongside Iowa State Athletics’ Marketing team
• Created event plan and distributed to coaches, videographers, media and marketing
team
• Worked with local sponsors to create event promotions and graphics

EDUCATION
Iowa State University
May 2018, Magna Cum Laude
B.S. in Journalism and French
Environmental Studies minor
L’Institut Catholique de Paris
January - June 2017
Focus in business and cross-
cultural communication
SKILLS
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Google Suite + Analytics
• Digital Photography
• Videography + Video Editing
• Web Design
• Technical + Creative Writing
• Science Communications
• Social Media Marketing
• Team Management
• Teamwork + Collaboration
• Project Management
• Content Marketing
• Event Management + Marketing
• Time Management
• Working Professional French
• Grant Writing
• Team Training + Development
• Brand Management
• Public + Media Relations
• Budget Creation + Management
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Mac literate