John Gravois

About

Results-driven, knowledgeable, team-oriented leader, editor and content creator experienced in delivering high-impact, award-winning journalism, strategic marketing and communications. Leader in spearheading the transition of traditional organizations to digital-first operations. Versatile, passionate, problem-solving and innovative strategic planner with a fast learning curve. Strong multi-tasker and active listener with project leadership and change management skills to help organizations adapt to evolving industry trends. Experienced collaborator eager to build community involvement and be a hands-on team player in fast-paced environments. Experienced in print, digital, audio and video messaging. Part of Houston Chronicle's Hurricane Harvey coverage team that was a Pulitzer Prize finalist. Helped lead political coverage at Dallas Morning News that won second place in National Headliners award in 2022 and 2023.Strong believer that learning and growth never end, and that living your best life means being of service to others. Always: Be kind. Be thoughtful. Be a team player. Treat others as you want to be treated.Key areas of expertise: Team leadership, strategic planning, project management, editing, storytelling, communication, copy writing, idea generation, crisis communication, content management, web content, collaboration, multimedia strategy, media relations, social media strategy. Decades of experience dealing with crisis communication from the media side of the equation, and also have undergone training from the public relations/corporate side as well.johngravois@yahoo.comTwitter: @Grav1Portfolio: https://johngravois.journoportfolio.com/