GABRIELLE NOMURA
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Gabrielle assistsis individuals, groups Gabrielle and nonprofits writing,and editing, media, the majority of her work in public relations. assistswith nonprofits groupsWeb withdesign, writing,social editing, Webphotography, design, social development and marketing. A master of stakeholder engagement, Gabrielle was rankedGabrielle as one of theranked top 5 percent media, photography, development and marketing. A master of stakeholder engagement, was as one of the most profiles in 2012. Her work is informed years by of experience, well as numerous top 5 viewed percentLinkedIn most viewed LinkedIn profiles in 2012. Her workbyis five informed five years ofas experience, as well asprofessional professional development opportunities including the V3 Digital Media Conference (V3con), UNITY (the largest gathering of journalists development that have included the V3 Digital Media Conference (V3con). Gabrielle is a strong advocate of of color), the National Japanese American Citizens League conference and the U.S.-Japan Council’s Emerging Leaders Program the arts and grew up performing and taking dance classes. In addition to developing her own creative projects and dancing where Gabrielle mentored by KING 5 she TV anchor Lori Matsukawa. professionally in is the Pacific Northwest, has provided media consulting for dance companies, bands and individuals. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Relay Dance Collective - Seattle, WA November, 2012 - present Co-founder Strategic leadership: artistic direction, marketing, fundraising and community outreach strategy. Planned fundraiser at Lisa Harris Gallery. Successfully fundraised more than $3,300, partially through Kickstarter.com. Organized performances at Pinehurst K-8, Bellingham High School, Seattle Keiro nursing home, Bellevue Blueberry Festival. Promoted, directed, choreographed for and performed in premiere show at Dance Fremont! studio theater featuring live band and cast of 12 dancers. Pacific Northwest Economic Region - Seattle, WA April, 2012 - present Media and Communications Coordinator Plan, execute and maintain aand marketing and communications planWeb including socialsocial media, outreach toblasts news outlets, email blasts Revamped communication engagement methods, including presence, media, email and event and photography. Established successful strategy toPlan, engage stakeholders on social media to and promote and events. photography according to industry best practices. execute and maintain a marketing publicconferences relations strategy for On-the-ground event and coordination. Organized high-level American and Canadian executives, legislators and government leaders year-round activities special events. On-the-ground event coordination. Organized high-level American and Canadian in working groups to establish new pilot leaders programs and initiatives. cultivating a new website using Weebly. executives, legislators and government in working groupsCurrently to establish new pilot programs and initiatives. The Bad Tenants northwest hip-hop group - Bellingham and Seattle, WA January 2011 - present Media Consultant Helped create a brand emphasizing group’s unique blues/jazz/hip-hop fusion. Established a solid social media outreach plan. Provided tutorials and training for band members. Helped group reach 2,917 Facebook followers and 1,036 Twitter followers. Designed website using Weebly. Provided logistical support during music video shoots and regional tours. Sound Publishing - Bellevue, WA October 2010 - April 2012 Staff writer, Bellevue Reporter newspaper | Assistant Editor, Bellevue Scene magazine Established a beat focusing on the arts and diversity for the weekly newspaper and monthly arts magazine. Maintained a 6-month editorial calendar. Managed staff of interns, writers and freelancers. Designed publications with Adobe Photoshop and InDesign. Established “Diverse|City” blog that interviewed subjects such as Seattle Opera artists (“Being black in the opera: challenges and oppurtunities”); non-traditional race and gender casting in productions such as Village Theatre’s “Jesus Christ Superstar,” and the art of audience participation with a drag queen from Teatro ZinZanni. Established “Girl About Town” column featuring spirited and engaging pieces on the arts, food, Asian American culture and more. VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE: Japanese American Citizens League - Seattle, WA Board Member Nikkei Concerns - Seattle, WA Seattle Keiro volunteer | Communications Consultant Bellingham Repertory Dance - Bellingham, WA Public Relations Manager | Company Member EDUCATION Western Washington University - Bellingham, WA BA in News-Editorial Journalism; Dance Concentration
December, 2012 - present October, 2011 - present May, 2011 - present
Graduated Cum Laude June, 2010