I am an award-winning PR and Media Relations specialist with 25 years of experience, backed by numerous established contacts in both New York and national media outlets. Throughout my career, I've managed and directed PR campaigns across various sectors including healthcare, technology, and entertainment. My background as a radio news reporter equips me with the skills needed for crisis management and effective communication. My work has led to the publication of numerous articles and press releases over three decades, with a significant presence on platforms like The Patch and NewsBreak. As a continuous learner, I strive to keep my skills relevant and up-to-date in the fast-evolving world of media.…

Jeffrey R. Jacomowitz

I am an award-winning PR and Media Relations specialist with 25 years of experience, backed by numerous established contacts in both New York and national media outlets. Throughout my career, I've managed and directed PR campaigns across various sectors including healthcare, technology, and entertainment. My background as a radio news reporter equips me with the skills needed for crisis management and effective communication. My work has led to the publication of numerous articles and press releases over three decades, with a significant presence on platforms like The Patch and NewsBreak. As a continuous learner, I strive to keep my skills relevant and up-to-date in the fast-evolving world of media.…

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I am an award-winning PR and Media Relations specialist with 25 years of experience, backed by numerous established contacts in both New York and national media outlets. Throughout my career, I’ve managed and directed PR campaigns across various sectors including healthcare, technology, and entertainment. My background as a radio news reporter equips me with the skills needed for crisis management and effective communication.
My work has led to the publication of numerous articles and press releases over three decades, with a significant presence on platforms like The Patch and NewsBreak. As a continuous learner, I strive to keep my skills relevant and up-to-date in the fast-evolving world of media.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance PR/Marketing Consultant at Publicity4docs.com
January 1, 2012 - October 29, 2025
Handling public relations and marketing campaigns for various clients in different fields including healthcare, education, and authorship. I create press releases and articles aimed at gaining media exposure.
Director of Corporate Communications at Centers Health Care
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Responsible for public relations and marketing for the nursing homes and rehabilitation facilities, achieving human interest stories for local and national media. Developed crisis communication strategies during COVID-19.
Communications Press Officer at New York City Department of Correction
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Managed media inquiries and crafted communications during crisis situations. Developed strategies for publicizing DOC programs.
Director of Media Relations at Lazar Partners
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Oversaw media activities for medical laser technology clients, developing stories and promoting health initiatives.
Media Relations Specialist at New York Hospital Queens
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Handled media relations, promoted events, and crafted press releases to enhance the hospital's visibility.
Associate Director of Public Affairs at Mount Sinai Health System
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Managed media activities for various service lines, organized press conferences, and developed communication strategies to promote hospital services.
Senior Publicist & Director of Sports Division at Ruder Finn Worldwide/ Planned Television Arts
March 10, 1991 - October 8, 1998
* Responsible for placing clients and corporate speakers in all areas of the broadcast and print media through morning drive radio tours, TV satellite tours, VNRs and road tours. Clients include publishing giants (i.e., Simon and Schuster) plus corporations such as Johnson and Johnson, Consumer Reports, ESPN the Magazine, Fodor’s Travel and talent such as Evander Holyfield, William Shatner, Lou Reed, John Cleese and Norman Mailer. * Acquired the Johnson and Johnson account, budgeted this new account and ultimately oversaw the progress of the account. This business-to-business, high-tech, healthcare account was the promotion of a state-of-the-art sterilization unit for hospital use. (road tour, radio/TV satellite tour and print media relations). * Worked at various ABA conventions (American Booksellers Association) events in Chicago and Los Angeles for book launches from 1992 - 1998. * Trained and managed interns and new employees plus crafted press releases, bios and Q&A’s.

Education

Bachelor of Science at Syracuse University, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
August 29, 1983 - December 22, 1987

Qualifications

Numerous APEX Awards
November 14, 2005 - October 26, 2012
APEX Awards are awarded to PR and media relations professionals who are successful, above and beyond getting media placements, in order to give the client great visibility.

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Life Sciences, Government
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