Top Talent like Taylor are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Taylor Fountain

PR and Communications Specialist •
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Communications Specialist
I’m a Communications Specialist with 10 years of experience in TV News and Public Relations. I specialize in creating clear, engaging messages for diverse audiences and developing communication strategies that align with organizational goals. I aim to deliver impactful solutions that connect stories to larger audiences, inspire action, and educate along the way.

Work History

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Public Relations and Media Associate

Self-Help Federal Credit UnionAs a Public Relations and Media Associate, responsible for managing media relations and public communication strategies to enhance the credit union's public image and community engagement.
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Press Aid

Connecticut General AssemblyJan 2022 - Aug 2023 • 1 yr 8 mosPlayed a pivotal role in developing comprehensive communication strategies for 12 State House Representatives, coordinating and executing press conferences for high-profile events, facilitating media requests, and successfully writing and editing press releases, constituent weekly newsletters, representative speeches, op-eds, and engaging social media content.
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Communications Manager

Lifer Fitness StudioSep 2020 - Jul 2022 • 1 yr 11 mosDirected social media and email marketing campaigns, created social content, and produced virtual classes during the pandemic. Coordinated community health events and developed communication strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
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Assignment Editor

WBZ TVNov 2016 - Sep 2020 • 3 yrs 11 mosLed editorial meetings, pitched story ideas, fact-checked, coordinated with reporters and producers, and managed coverage plans. Developed multitasking and prioritization skills in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
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Assignment Editor

FOX61/CW20Jul 2013 - Oct 2016 • 3 yrs 4 mosSupervised the overnight assignment desk, monitored scanners, communicated with news sources, facilitated meetings, and coordinated live shots. Developed story ideas for multi-screen experiences and ensured accurate information dissemination.

Education

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University of Connecticut

Bachelor's degree, Journalism2009 - 2013

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Communications Specialist
I’m a Communications Specialist with 10 years of experience in TV News and Public Relations. I specialize in creating clear, engaging messages for diverse audiences and developing communication strategies that align with organizational goals. I aim to deliver impactful solutions that connect stories to larger audiences, inspire action, and educate along the way.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call

Top Talent like Taylor are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Taylor Fountain

PR and Communications Specialist •
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

S

Public Relations and Media Associate

Self-Help Federal Credit UnionAs a Public Relations and Media Associate, responsible for managing media relations and public communication strategies to enhance the credit union's public image and community engagement.
C

Press Aid

Connecticut General AssemblyJan 2022 - Aug 2023 • 1 yr 8 mosPlayed a pivotal role in developing comprehensive communication strategies for 12 State House Representatives, coordinating and executing press conferences for high-profile events, facilitating media requests, and successfully writing and editing press releases, constituent weekly newsletters, representative speeches, op-eds, and engaging social media content.
L

Communications Manager

Lifer Fitness StudioSep 2020 - Jul 2022 • 1 yr 11 mosDirected social media and email marketing campaigns, created social content, and produced virtual classes during the pandemic. Coordinated community health events and developed communication strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
W

Assignment Editor

WBZ TVNov 2016 - Sep 2020 • 3 yrs 11 mosLed editorial meetings, pitched story ideas, fact-checked, coordinated with reporters and producers, and managed coverage plans. Developed multitasking and prioritization skills in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
F

Assignment Editor

FOX61/CW20Jul 2013 - Oct 2016 • 3 yrs 4 mosSupervised the overnight assignment desk, monitored scanners, communicated with news sources, facilitated meetings, and coordinated live shots. Developed story ideas for multi-screen experiences and ensured accurate information dissemination.

Education

U

University of Connecticut

Bachelor's degree, Journalism2009 - 2013

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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