Emily Scheuneman, APR

Experience

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  Edventure Children's Museum

  Oct 2004 - Aug 2005

  Events Assistant & Experience Team Member

  Facilitated museum’s corporate and social events, press conferences, galas and benefits in an effort to raise funds, membership and increase community awareness for the largest children’s museum in the southern United States

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  Together SC

  Jun 2005 - Jul 2006

  Public Relations Coordinator

  Produced and distributed press releases to promote association conferences, announcements, trainings and legislative activity; Researched and disseminated daily media reports regarding nonprofit issues and events; Created state media guide and tool kit for publication, available to South Carolina nonprofits; Provided support in planning state-wide conference and trainings focusing on nonprofit issues such as public policy, management and grant writing; Designed press kits, brochures, newsletters and advertisements for association; coordinated with printing and mailing companies; Assisted in writing feature articles to encourage legislative and community support for nonprofit issues; Contributed to membership renewal campaigns through telephone calls, mailings and training outreach Show less

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  The Gallery Church

  Aug 2006 - Aug 2007

  Communications and Development Consultant

  Directed communication and marketing efforts including website development, advertising, public relations, guerilla marketing, and direct mailings; Developed and produced weekly online newsletter with more than 1,000 subscribers; authored content, designed on-screen graphics and managed contributing authors; Coordinated with all internal divisions to ensure consistent messaging and support communication efforts; Designed and coordinated print production of publicity and fundraising material for organization; Conducted one-year fundraising strategy in support of the nonprofit’s financial sustainability goals; Maintained membership database by entering member data and analyzing information to successfully communicate and retain members; Compiled, organized and updated all mailing lists for organization utilizing organization’s database Show less

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  Burrelles

  Aug 2007 - Sept 2010

  Senior Account Manager

  Managed client relationship, strategy and service for 100+ accounts; worked as part of strategic team created to retain priority accounts; Advised clients on enhancing media outreach, reporting analysis and project budgeting; Contributed to industry blog, Fresh Ideas, by providing commentary on emerging communications trends; Liaised with industry leaders to identify and secure business opportunities including professional partnerships, sponsorships and speaking engagements; Addressed and resolved client issues and consolidated feedback for senior management in a timely manner Show less

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  Helen Ross McNabb Center

  Aug 2010 - Jul 2017

  Director of Community Relations

  Responsible for overall development and execution of annual public relations and marketing plans, supporting the Helen Ross McNabb Center’s strategic business goals; Managed community relations department with responsibilities related to public relations, development, volunteer management, government relations, internal communications, marketing and special projects.

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  Office of the District Attorney General, 6th Judicial District

  Jul 2017 - Jan 2024

  Community Affairs Director

  Oversee public relations strategies including community relations, issues management, crisis communications, external and internal communications and messaging, media relations, social media, and employee engagement.

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  First Horizon Bank

  Jan 2024 - now

  Public Relations Liaison

  Developing and executing plans to increase community investment in the East Tennessee Region.