Kelly Burton is a writer and communications professional living in Washington, DC. She currently works as the Associate Director for Advancement Communications at the National Parks Conservation Association. She holds a master's in public relations and corporate communications at Georgetown University and a bachelor’s from Florida State University. She enjoys reading, running, traveling, hiking and being outside. She is currently learning to play tennis and is improving…slowly.
Writer and Communications Professional
I am a DC-based strategic communicator, writer and relationship builder with experience in public affairs, media relations, event planning and nonprofit fundraising. I’m detail-oriented, goal-focused, creative and curious.
Experience
I have experience at a variety of organizations, including nonprofits, a public relations firm and a Florida state agency.
Education
I hold a Master of Professional Studies in public relations and corporate communications from Georgetown University and a Bachelor of Arts in English from Florida State University.
Portfolio
Samples of my work, including press releases, placed op-eds, news advisories, marketing content and graduate coursework.
About Me
I currently work as the Associate Director for Advancement Communications at the National Parks Conservation Association. I hold a master’s in public relations and corporate communications at Georgetown University and a bachelor’s in English from Florida State. I enjoy reading, playing tennis, hiking and spending as much time near water as humanly possible in DC.