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IVONE OCHIENG
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Summary
Public Relations Professional experienced in crafting compelling press releases and strategic communication plans. Enhanced brand awareness and stakeholder relations through effective event planning and media outreach, while managing crisis situations and delivering multimedia storytelling. Implemented impactful communication strategies by excelling in media relations, content creation, and social media management.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Public Relations Intern
TRANS NZOIA COUNTY GOVERNMENT
05.2026 - 08.2026
- Developed public relations strategies that shaped public perception and effectively promoted client ideas, products, or services.
- Assisted in drafting press releases and media materials for various campaigns.
- Assisted in the development of press releases, media advisories and other communications materials.
- Supported the planning and execution of press events and media briefings.
- Arranged public appearances, contests, and exhibits to enhance client visibility and foster positive community relations.
- Helped organize events and promotions to strengthen community relationships.
- Coordinated event organization for PR manager.
- Collaborated with team members on content creation for newsletters and blogs.
- Compiled and analyzed reports on media coverage and PR activities to assess outreach effectiveness and inform future strategies.
- Drafted social media posts and created videos with eye for viral content strategies.
- Compiled contact lists for targeted media campaigns.
- Discovered publicity opportunities by developing creative campaigns and initiatives.
- Conferred with other managers to identify trends or key group interests or concerns.
- Purchased advertising space or time to promote client's product or agenda.
- Planned or conducted market or public opinion research to test products or determine potential for product success.
- Planned or directed development or communication of programs to maintain favorable public or stockholder perceptions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Digital Communications And Multimedia
RONGO UNIVERSITY
MIGORI , KENYA 09.2023 - 08.2026
Skills
- Public relations
- Media relations
- Press releases
- Press packages
- Content creation
- Event planning
- Influencer outreach
- Internal communications
- Communications strategies
- Crisis management
- Online reputation monitoring
- Brand awareness
- Multimedia storytelling
- Stakeholder relations
- Strategic thinking
Timeline
Public Relations Intern
TRANS NZOIA COUNTY GOVERNMENT
05.2026 - 08.2026
Bachelor of Science - Digital Communications And Multimedia
RONGO UNIVERSITY
09.2023 - 08.2026