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Melanie WadeMW

Melanie Wade

SENIOR PR CONSULTANT

€463/day
London, GB
15+ years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Melanie

A highly accomplished and creative PR & Communications professional with over 15 years of experience in the beauty and lifestyle sector.
Proven ability to develop and execute impactful campaigns, secure high-profile media coverage, and build strong relationships with key stakeholders.
Expertise in both agency and in-house environments, with a passion for driving brand growth and exceeding client expectations.
  • Irish

    Native or bilingual

  • English

    Native or bilingual

Can work on-site
London (up to 50km)

Experience

  • OGILVY (THE PHARM)
    BUSINESS DIRECTOR
    June 2024 - February 2025 (8 months)
    – Leading a fast-paced press office and developing integrated PR campaigns for Boots, the UK's leading health and beauty retailer. – Collaborating closely with the Boots in-house PR team to strategise and plan annual campaigns, consistently exceeding KPIs. – Managing all financial trackers and budgets for the account. – Notable achievements include: Launching 25+ new beauty brands in a single summer, spanning premium names like Prada and Guerlain to trend-led brands like Made By Mitchell and The Beauty Crop. Spearheading the launch of a new Boots own-brand skincare line.
  • CAPSULE COMMUNICATIONS
    SENIOR ACCOUNT DIRECTOR
    March 2024 - June 2024 (3 months)
    – Oversaw a portfolio of haircare brands, including Briogeo, Goldwell, and Kerasilk. – Managed and mentored account teams, ensuring high-quality output and client satisfaction. – Developed and delivered strategic communication plans, leading on client proposals and presentations. – Supported the Managing Director in new business development, crafting compelling pitches that secured new clients.
  • sk:n
    PR MANAGER
    April 2022 - December 2023 (1 year and 8 months)
    – Developed and implemented a comprehensive B2C and B2B PR strategy for Skinbrands, SK:N's distributor arm. – Managed both in-house PR teams and external agencies, ensuring alignment and consistent messaging for brands Medik8 and Revitalash. – Led media outreach initiatives, including creative product launches and influencer campaigns. – Produced and executed successful UK and Irish press launch events for brands like Synergie Skin, Swissline Skincare and ProLon.

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Education

  • BA HONS AMERICAN STUDIES & POLITICS
    Keele University + University of Maryland
    BA HONS AMERICAN STUDIES & POLITICS

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