Kristen Hermanson

 kristen hermanson La Canada, CA |- | linkedin.com/in/kristenhermanson|-Senior Strategic Communications Strategic communications leader with 20+ years of experience transforming complex business initiatives into compelling narratives. Known for building high-performing teams, streamlining operations, and driving organizational change through effective communication strategies. Consistently delivers measurable results in stakeholder engagement, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration. CORE COMPETENCIES Strategic Internal & External Communications Advisor | Business Development | Storytelling | Content Development | Campaign Management | Team Leadership & Development | Product Management | Process Improvement | Executive Communications | Change Management | Stakeholder Engagement | Employee Initiatives & Programming | Project Management | Cross-functional Collaboration | Systems & Tool Development | Mentoring & Training | Organizational Development Technical Writing | Global Engagement | Business Language Awareness | Initiative & Goal Alignment | Operational Management PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE PARAMOUNT HOME ENTERTAINMENT - Senior Manager, Strategic Communications & Business Solutions,- Led enterprise-wide communications strategy and business transformation initiatives for a division of one of the world's largest entertainment companies. Served as key advisor to senior leadership on strategic messaging and change management. Key Achievements: Architected and executed communication frameworks that reached 1,000+ employees across domestic offices, driving consistent messaging and strategic alignment Spearheaded implementation of new document-sharing system that reduced email volume by 35% and increased operational efficiency by 45% Achieved 99% data reliability rate in product management while maintaining pricing accuracy for US and Canadian accounts Led diversity and inclusion initiatives as Employee Resource Group Co-Chair, partnering directly with Paramount's Office of Global Inclusion Mentored 5+ new employees to full productivity 40% faster than standard onboarding timeline Manager, Product Communications and Data Operations,- Led extensive strategic communication and organizational transformation efforts, emphasizing impactful programs and business initiatives. Key Achievements: Created and led all internal and external product communications (Theatrical, Acquisition and Kids/Family titles) for the Domestic physical releases by Paramount Home Entertainment. Managed product information and pricing updates for 500+ titles, coordinating among 30+ stakeholders while maintaining data integrity Reduced system response times by 35% through strategic process optimization and enhanced reporting mechanisms Increased operational efficiency by 40% through partnership with external vendors and improved training protocols Decreased onboarding time by 50% through development of comprehensive system training programs Delivered 35% improvement in system functionality by redesigning data management processes with Digital Operations team Coordinator, Sales Communication and Product Management,- Managed comprehensive communication programs while developing and implementing best practices for information distribution. Key Achievements: Created and led all internal and external product communications (Theatrical, Acquisition and Kids/Family titles) for the Domestic physical releases by Paramount Home Entertainment. Drove consistent and precise distribution of product information by creating and managing sales materials used for presentations to key accounts across US and Canada such as Walmart, Amazon, and Target. Developed and implemented best practices for global product information systems, enhanced usability, reduced errors by 50%, and distributed product materials to 100+ domestic and international partners. kristen hermanson Page 2 |- | linkedin.com/in/kristenhermanson|- EDUCATION & TRAINING Bachelor of Arts in Communication & Fine Arts | Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA Connect & Cultivate: Enhancing Dynamic Collaboration Comprehensive Course | Paramount Propel Learning Paramount Developing Digital Literacy Learning Sprints | Harvard Business Publishing Corporate Learning Thriving Performance | Thrive Global How to Lead and Inspire Change | LinkedIn Learning Operational Excellence Foundations | LinkedIn Learning Crisis Communication | LinkedIn Learning TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES Microsoft Office Suite | Google Workspace | Salesforce | Airtable | Asana | Lucid Chart | SharePoint | Zoom | MS Teams | Slack