Jeremy Brooks

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About Jeremy Brooks

Public affairs professional with 25+ years of experience in military and public service, specializing in strategic communications, crisis management, and media relations. Proven leader in managing public affairs teams and shaping effective messaging for municipal and nonprofit organizations.Tested in high-pressure environments, including crisis communications during active shooter scares, bomb hoaxes, and widely publicized operational challenges. Skilled in speechwriting, image rehabilitation, and building trust with diverse audiences through clear, consistent messaging.Focused on leading communications efforts that safeguard organizational reputation and support mission objectives. Seeking to direct strategic communication initiatives as a Communications Director or senior public affairs leader.Most recent positions:Public Affairs Officer (Civ), U.S. Navy (6/2015 - Present)Photojournalist, COMPRINT Military Publications (11/2014 - 6/2015)Communications Associate, The Palm Center (5/2013 - 11/2013)Multimedia Specialist, The Palm Center (4/2010 - 4/2012)Multimedia Specialist, Vox|Optima, LLC (8/2008 - 3/2009)Vox|Optima, LLC (7/2007- 8/2008):Multimedia Content ProducerDigital Signage Project ManagerSpeechwriter/PowerPoint expertU.S. Navy uniformed experience (12/1996 - 5/2007 and 9/2011 - 9/2017):Radio work (Disc Jockey, Programmer, Manager)Television Journalism (Camera work, editing, writing, anchoring)Public Affairs (Photography, news releases)Print journalismVolunteerism:The 6th Branch (4/2010 - Present)OutServe-SLDN (2/2012 - 2/2013)The Telling Project (1/2011 - 2/2012)Baltimore County Sexual Assault Hotline (3/2010 - 3/2011)The Dog Tag Project (2010)Specialties: Photography, multimedia, graphics, project management, technical troubleshooting, writing, proofing, videography