Wanda Reyes Velázquez, Ph.D.
HC 2 Box 14032 Aguas Buenas
Summary
Experienced communications professional with a strong background in strategic communication planning seeks a position promoting tourism through effective advertising and public relations strategies. Expert in advertising, public relations and content creation. Experienced in leading teams and fostering collaboration to deliver impactful results. Known for her reliability, adaptability and excellence in dynamic environments. Ready to contribute her experience to Puerto Rico Tourism Company.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Prof. of Advertising & Public Relations
University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus
08.2017 - Current
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging advertising and public relations projects that required analysis, synthesis, evaluation of information from various sources, content production and evaluation.
- Created ECOmunicación, a student-run advertising firm for AgroEnergía Project.
- Supervised the development of public relations and advertising campaign design.
Professor
Higher Colleges of Technology, Dubai Men's College
08.2013 - 06.2017
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction in a multicultural setting.
- Taught mass communication, social media and corporate communication courses.
Advertising and Public Relations Professor
Marywood University
08.2011 - 05.2013
- Taught advertising and public relations courses.
- Advised the university's Public Relations Student Society of America chapter.
Assistant Professor of Mass Communication
Sam Houston State University
08.2005 - 05.2011
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of mass communication topics by attending conferences, workshops, and webinars relevant to the field of study.
- Advised the public relations student association.
- Conducted research.
Teaching and Research Assistant
Pennsylvania State University
08.2000 - 05.2003
- Worked effectively conducting research and mentoring students who designed public relations campaigns.
Public Relations Specialist
Servicios De Salud Primarios De Aguas Buenas
11.1998 - 03.1999
- Designed and executed a pubic relations campaign to create the organizational identity.
Workshop Coordinator at Instituto Para El Estudio
Universidad Del Sagrado Corazón
06.1998 - 03.1999
- Collaborated in the organization of a conference and medial literacy workshops aimed at school teachers.
Director of Communications
Municipio De Aguas Buenas
03.1997 - 06.1998
- Managed crisis communication, mitigating negative publicity during high-profile incidents.
- Wrote in different media formats, including the production of a documentary video.
- Media relations
- Event planning
- Enhanced team collaboration in different departments through communication seminars.
Education
Ph.D. - Mass Communication
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PAMaster of Arts - Public Relations
Universidad Del Sagrado Corazón
San Juan, Puerto RicoBachelor of Arts - History
University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus
San Juan, Puerto RicoSkills
- Fully bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Interpersonal and multimedia communication strategist
- Qualitative and quantitative research skills
- Critical Thinking
- Public Speaking
- Conflict Resolution
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking abilities
- Team building
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Enthusiasm and dedication
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
References
Omar A. Vega Albino, ESQ., Senior Advisor for Energy Affairs
Office of the Governor, Fortaleza
Phone: 787-721-7000, 787-929-5611 E-mail: ovega@fortaleza.pr.gov
Héctor J. Meléndez Torres, Assistant Director
Central Communications Office, Fortaleza
Phone: 787-721-7000; 787-404-7488 E-mail: hjmelendez@fortaleza.pr.gov
Jimmy Torres Rodríguez, Ph.D., Retired professor
Faculty of Communication and Information
University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus
Phone: 787-479-4788 E-mail: jimmytr@me.com
Haydeé Seijo Maldonado, professor
Faculty of Communication and Information
University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus
Phone: 787-370-1571 E-mail: haydee.seijo@upr.edu
Alfredo Rivas Vélez, assistant professor
Faculty of Communication and Information
University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus
Phone: 787-223-4210 E-mail:alfredo.rivas@upr.edu
Timeline
Associate Prof. of Advertising & Public Relations
University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus
08.2017 - Current
Professor
Higher Colleges of Technology, Dubai Men's College
08.2013 - 06.2017
Advertising and Public Relations Professor
Marywood University
08.2011 - 05.2013
Assistant Professor of Mass Communication
Sam Houston State University
08.2005 - 05.2011
Teaching and Research Assistant
Pennsylvania State University
08.2000 - 05.2003
Public Relations Specialist
Servicios De Salud Primarios De Aguas Buenas
11.1998 - 03.1999
Workshop Coordinator at Instituto Para El Estudio
Universidad Del Sagrado Corazón
06.1998 - 03.1999
Director of Communications
Municipio De Aguas Buenas
03.1997 - 06.1998
Ph.D. - Mass Communication
The Pennsylvania State University
Master of Arts - Public Relations
Universidad Del Sagrado Corazón
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus
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