Profile
I'm a Communications Specialist from the Atlanta, Georgia area. Ask me about content, website management, or graphic design.
I love creating educational content and using the strengths of the medium to create an ideal user experience. My background is in publication and website management.Name : Morgan C. Brown
Interest : Full-Time, Part-Time, Freelance/Contract
Location : Atlanta, Georgia Metropolitan Area
Willing To Relocate? : Yes
Email : morgan.c.brown@icloud.com
Phone : +1 (678) 915-8208
Education
Bachelor of the Arts in Journalism (A.B.J.) | University of Georgia
Completed 2018
Skill areas: writing, editing, publication management, graphic/layout design and web projects.
Bachelor of the Arts in International Affairs (A.B.) | University of Georgia
Completed 2018
Study abroad programs: Stellenbosch, South Africa Service Learning Maymester. Washington D.C. Experiential Learning Semester
New Media Certificate | University of Georgia
Completed 2017
Relevant Experience
Graphic Design and Digital Content Manager | Atlanta Department of Transportation
July 2021 - Present
atldot.atlantaga.gov | Atlanta, Georgia
- Strategize, adapt and edit content to best standards for web-based platforms.
- Design print materials, web and social media graphics, internal templates for various platforms, department-wide.
- Adjust and organize branding ahead of full brand overhaul to suit changes to strategic goals. Create branding guidelines and department brandbook for these midpoint updates
- Institute, design and produce internal email newsletters and templates for external email messages via Constant Contact
Communications Specialist | Freelance
January 2019 - Present
- Develop and execute customized multiplatform communication strategies and calendars based on clients’ audience industry
- Write and/or edit tailored content for a range of platforms, including blog posts and articles, social media, website copy, direct email and newsletters with clients’ voice
- Act as digital assistant by creating and implementing content calendar, managing projects from inception to completion, writing, editing and designing content
Production Intern | Voice of America
January 2018 - April 2018
voanews.com | Washington, DC
- Edited video from TV news projects into web clips using Premier Pro and Dalet Plus Editor
- Transcribed video pieces for packages
- Assisted with video shoots for shows and online
- Oversaw audience engagement for various social media platforms, including during live TV broadcasts
- Instituted new engagement practices for social media platforms including new graphics
Editorial Intern | Atlanta Magazine
September 2017 - December 2017
atlantamagazine.com | Atlanta, Georgia
- Verified accuracy of information in articles before publication
- Produced timely short items for website and magazine
- Drafted up-to-date and informative content about Atlanta events
Graphic Designer and Assistant to the Director | Georgia Scholastic Press Association
September 2016 - July 2017
ugagspa.org | Athens, Georgia
- Curated and designed digital and print assets for outreach and marketing, website, newsletters, and events
- Assisted with event planning for conferences and the summer academy
- Modernized branding and designed all items for summer academy
Editor in Chief | Infusion Magazine
May 2016 - June 2017
infusionuga.wordpress.com | University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia
(with organization September 2014 - May 2018; various progressive leadership and staff roles)
- Managed staff of over 60 students and five overarching teams
- Implemented new branding and higher standards for content and design
- Trained new and inexperienced members in writing and design and assisted operations for all teams as needed
- Contributed content to magazine and acted as layout designer
- Upheld standards for content and style across all Infusion Magazine teams
Skills
Content Strategy and Asset Management
Organizing and executing content lifecycle, from creation and editing to publication and archiving. Skilled in ensuring content consistency, accuracy, and alignment with brand standards across all digital platforms.Content Management Systems
Managing websites and digital content through CMS platforms, including WordPress. Proficient at customizing themes/templates to enhance website functionality and appearance and using HTML/CSS to support the creation of responsive, user-friendly web pages.Writing and Editing
Writing and editing engaging digital content, including website copy, SEO, newsletters, and social media posts, tailored to specific audience segments. Using data-driven insights to optimize content and ensure best practices.
Graphic Design
Creating visually appealing designs using Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and more), Canva, PowerPoint, Google Slides and Keynote. Experienced designing print products, marketing materials, presentation templates, infographics, web and social media graphics, and marketing materials that effectively communicate brand messaging.