Hi, I'm Leenika Belfield-Martin, a communications professional currently serving as Communications Coordinator for St. Mary's County Government Public Information Office. I help the Board of County Commissioners shine through coordinated recognitions and public appearances, draft clear news releases with cross-department collaboration, and plan major community events that bring people together. Beyond County government, my background spans TV, digital media, and freelance writing. I've contributed to KABC-TV ABC as an Audience Engagement Intern, authored lifestyle content for Mid-Atlantic Media, produced and supported content at Podville Media, and write for Popsugar and Bethesda Magazine. I enjoy turning stories into engaging, accessible content across platforms and connecting with diverse communities.

Leenika Belfield-Martin

Hi, I'm Leenika Belfield-Martin, a communications professional currently serving as Communications Coordinator for St. Mary's County Government Public Information Office. I help the Board of County Commissioners shine through coordinated recognitions and public appearances, draft clear news releases with cross-department collaboration, and plan major community events that bring people together. Beyond County government, my background spans TV, digital media, and freelance writing. I've contributed to KABC-TV ABC as an Audience Engagement Intern, authored lifestyle content for Mid-Atlantic Media, produced and supported content at Podville Media, and write for Popsugar and Bethesda Magazine. I enjoy turning stories into engaging, accessible content across platforms and connecting with diverse communities.

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Hi, I’m Leenika Belfield-Martin, a communications professional currently serving as Communications Coordinator for St. Mary’s County Government Public Information Office. I help the Board of County Commissioners shine through coordinated recognitions and public appearances, draft clear news releases with cross-department collaboration, and plan major community events that bring people together.

Beyond County government, my background spans TV, digital media, and freelance writing. I’ve contributed to KABC-TV ABC as an Audience Engagement Intern, authored lifestyle content for Mid-Atlantic Media, produced and supported content at Podville Media, and write for Popsugar and Bethesda Magazine. I enjoy turning stories into engaging, accessible content across platforms and connecting with diverse communities.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Audience Engagement Intern at KABC-TV ABC
October 1, 2020 - November 1, 2021
Assisted with audience engagement strategies, planning, and execution; supported news releases and social media engagement.
Lifestyle Writer at Mid-Atlantic Media
December 1, 2021 - May 1, 2022
Authored articles on high-profile figures, parenting, lifestyle, and political topics; developed and maintained content plans for 3+ social accounts; increased engagement.
Assistant Freelance Producer at Podville Media
May 1, 2022 - February 1, 2023
Coordinated on production for podcasts; pre-production content, scripting, and day-of filming operations.
Freelance Lifestyle Contributing Writer at Popsugar
October 1, 2019 - Present
Contributed lifestyle content on an ongoing basis since Oct 2019.
Freelance Lifestyle Writer at Bethesda Magazine
March 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024
Freelance lifestyle writer for Spring 2023, Fall 2023, and Winter 2024 issues.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism at Hampton University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2020
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism at Hampton University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2020

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet