EbonyMarie Briggs

Strategic communications and public relations professional with 8+ years of international experience across the US, UK, and African markets. Expertise in delivering integrated communications strategies, executive messaging, media relations, and high-impact campaigns that drive stakeholder engagement and reputation management. Strong background in corporate, entertainment, and advocacy sectors with a focus on data-driven storytelling and cross-market influence.

Advocacy & Strategic Partnerships Lead at The Mercy Project (NGO) (2020-01 – Present)

• Led national advocacy initiatives addressing prolonged pre-trial detention, influencing institutional stakeholders and contributing to justice reform efforts impacting 100+ detainees
• Secured and managed funding partnerships, increasing access to legal representation and welfare support by approximately 40%
• Designed policy-driven proposals adopted by government stakeholders to improve inmate review processes and release mechanisms
• Built and maintained high-level relationships across government, legal, and civil society sectors to strengthen advocacy impact
• Mobilised and coordinated youth-led advocacy efforts during the End SARS movement, facilitating structured engagement with public institutions
• Selected as panel contributor in national discussions addressing protest-related fatalities, contributing to awareness, public dialogue, and accountability narratives

Talent & Communications Manager at Mavin Records (UK/Nigeria) (2022-01 – 2025-12)

• Led communications strategy across multi-market campaigns reaching audiences of 5M+ across digital and traditional media
• Developed brand messaging frameworks and communication guidelines across multiple artist portfolios
• Built and sustained media relationships resulting in consistent high-impact coverage across print, broadcast, and digital platforms
• Drafted and distributed press releases, media kits, executive briefings, and campaign communications
• Coordinated press interviews, media appearances, and large-scale promotional events
• Managed crisis communications for high-visibility releases, maintaining brand integrity and stakeholder confidence
• Delivered monthly executive reports analysing media impressions, audience engagement, and campaign ROI, improving strategic decision-making

Communications Project Manager at Freelance (2018-01 – 2023-12)

• Delivered strategic communications and PR campaigns for artists and brand collaborations across UK and Nigerian markets
• Led influencer and digital campaigns generating over 1M+ impressions and increasing engagement by up to 45%
• Managed cross-functional stakeholder communications between creatives, executives, and external partners
• Developed narrative-driven messaging frameworks to enhance brand positioning and storytelling
• Coordinated branded partnerships and campaign activations, ensuring alignment with business and marketing objectives
• Monitored campaign performance metrics and optimised communications strategies based on data insights

Intern at Legal Internship (Nigeria) (2019-01 – 2019-12)

• Liaised between Ministry of Justice and State CID on criminal matters
• Aligned investigations with legal and prosecutorial standards
• Drafted and reviewed basic legal documents
• Participated in inter-agency meetings and case reviews
• Maintained secure and accurate legal records

LLB in Law – UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE (2022-01 – 2023-12)

BA in Public Service – UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH (2014-01 – 2016-12)