I have worked in the Public Relations sector for nine years, employed by various agencies with both business to business and business to consumer clients.
Capitalising on my skills and experience, I specialise in the following client sectors:
• Public sector
• Further education
• Online gambling / Sports marketing
• Maritime / Defence
• Property / Construction / Architecture / Regeneration
• Professional services
• Healthcare/Pharmaceutical
I offers media relations, a 24 hour press office, crisis management, copywriting, internal relations, product promotion, event organising and reputation management.
Portfolio:
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Experience:
With almost nine years in the industry, mostly spent in a consultancy environment, Rob Lawson is well versed in the art of Public Relations for clients across all business sectors. Prior to going freelance in May 2008, he was an Account Director in the Newcastle office of Golley Slater, one of the largest full service marketing agencies in the UK.
In addition to a role with Yorkshire Forward, the Regional Development Agency, which gave him a useful insight into the workings of the public sector, Rob has worked with nationally recognised brands such as Marks & Spencer Specsavers, Newcastle United, NTL, bet365 , Bellway , Mansell and Brewin Dolphin.
Combining client-side experience with a wealth of contacts in the national, regional and trade media, Rob is dedicated to delivering effective PR campaigns based on creative thinking and achievable goals, offering clients a professional and cost-effective service.
Education and Training:
BA (Hons) Politics & Business
Member of the CIPR
References available on request:
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Marketing/Sales/PR
- Marketing
- Public Relations (PR)
Writing/Translation
- Copy editing/writing
- Creative Writing
- Journalism
- Web Content