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TECH & ENTERTAINMENT COMMUNICATIONS
JENNIFER LUREY RIDINGS
PROFILE
Dynamic, results-driven leader with extensive experience in driving successful communication in fast-paced, ever-changing technology and entertainment sectors. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, connecting with influencers and celebrities and developing strong professional relationships. Renown and recognized for managing high-profile crises, creating successful campaigns and distilling sensitive issues for consumption by diverse audiences.
EXPERIENCE
2018-2023
Meta (Facebook)
Product Policy Communications Lead, Public Affairs
Developed communications strategies & written communications for policy-related launches & updates to products including Facebook Watch, Live, Music, Gaming, Groups, & Pages.
2017-2018
MGA Entertainment
Director, Public Relations
Created PR & crisis communications strategy for brands & associated series for Little Tikes, Num Noms, Project MC2, & the #1 selling toy of 2017, L.O.L. Surprise!
2016-2017
Telepictures (Warner Bros.)
Senior Manager, Digital Content
Oversaw engagement strategy & content development for Ellen, The Real, Crime Watch Daily, Judge Mathis & Extra digital teams.
2011-2016
SAG-AFTRA
Communications & Marketing Manager
Led award-winning PR, media relations, social media & video production for the union through its historic merger & subsequent rebranding.
2006-2011
MGM Studios
Director, Talent Strategy
Led talent & related strategy for multiple feature films and series.
SKILLS
Windows, Mac, Photoshop, Microsoft Office:PowerPoint, Word, Works, Excel, Keynote, Explorer, Outlook, Cision, Vocus, Meltwater, Critical Mention, Sysomos, HootSuite, iMovie editing, and basic Dreamweaver & Avid. Languages: French (moderate/conversational), American Sign Language, & Dutch (beginning).
EXPERTISE
Crisis, Internal, External & Corporate Communications, Campaign Strategy, Media Relations, Policy & safety, Event Management, Digital Entertainment, Intellectual property
AWARDS
PR Week Award, Finalist for Nonprofit Campaign of the Year, 2012
PRSA Prism Award, One-Time Media Special Event for the SAG-AFTRA Merger Press Conference and Campaign, 2012
EDUCATION
California Intercontinental University
MBA, Entertainment Business Management
Emerson College
BA, Media Studies