External Communications Services
The External Communications Services team strengthens and protects Stony Brook University’s reputation through strategic, coordinated storytelling and expert media engagement and relationship management.
Using the Net Perception/Key Message methodology, we manage interviews; develop press releases, video scripts and media statements; and provide clear, credible guidance during issues and crises. Our team of content creators produce high-quality video and photography and ensure the university’s voice and image is consistent, compelling and influential.
With deep expertise in strategy, writing, editing and visual storytelling, we elevate Stony Brook’s visibility and impact across all media channels.
OUR SERVICES
- Media Strategy and Relationship Management
- Multimedia Storytelling
- Photography
- Video Production
- Issues and Crisis
OUR TEAM
Kelly Drossel - Senior Director, External Communications
Kali Chan - Director of Medicine Media Relation
Dennis Murray - Associate Director, Video Production and Storytelling
Annette Stellato - Associate Director, Media Strategy and Multimedia Production
Joan Behan-Duncan - Senior Manager, Media Strategy and Relationship Management
John Griffin - Senior Manager, Photography
Greg Filiano - Manager, School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Tony Fabrizio - Senior Specialist, Video Production
Kristyn Greco - Senior Specialist, Media Strategy and Relationship Management
Cassandra Genua - Coordinator, Medicine Media Relations
J.D. Allen - Climate Communication Strategist, Hybrid Team Member with SoCJ