About Me
A communications, mass media & marketing professional.
My expertise
What I do…
With a background in journalism and strategic communications, I specialize in public relations, content strategy, and digital storytelling. I’ve led social media and public information efforts across higher education, nonprofit, and tribal sectors—developing campaigns, managing press outreach, and mentoring teams to deliver clear, engaging messages that build trust and community connection.
I’m Quindrea Yazzie—most know me as Drea. I’m Diné (Navajo), Naakai, and originally from Steamboat, Arizona. I earned my bachelor’s in Journalism and Mass Communication from ASU and have always been passionate about using media to elevate Indigenous voices and make information more accessible. That passion took me into journalism, where I’ve proudly been part of the 0.36% of Native professionals in U.S. newsrooms.
My experience spans organizations like Indian Country Today, Mesa Community College, The Heard Museum, Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise, and Arizona PBS—where I’ve worked in roles focused on public information, media production, and audience engagement.
I’m currently seeking new opportunities in public affairs, communications leadership, or public information—where I can use my voice and skills to make an impact.
Ahéhee’ (Thank you).
Resume
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Skills
and Experience
How I rate my skills.
DEC 2024 — PRESENT
Mesa Community College
Marketing & Public Relations Analyst
Lead social media and public relations efforts—crafting content, mentoring interns, and managing campaigns that boost engagement, visibility, and student connection.
- +1700% Instagram Engagement
- +147% Facebook Video Views
- +94% LinkedIn Video Views
JAN 2024 — DEC 2024
ICT
Social Media Manager & Visual Producer
Designed and executed social media strategies for Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, produced and curated content with internal and external collaborators, and streamlined the reporting of social media KPIs for each channel.
- +126% YouTube Views
- +63% Facebook Reach
- +240% Instagram Reach
MAR 2021 — JAN 2024
ICT
Visual Editor & Producer
Produced and edited the ICT live-to-tape newscast with a daily turnaround to global media partners reaching over 200 million households worldwide, ensured contract requirements for grants were met to maintain multimillion-dollar funding agreements, assisted in syndication management efforts with deliverables to over 40 stations, and managed social media content for an audience of 500,000+.
JAN 2020 — MAR 2021
ICT
Reporter & Producer
Researched, reported, and wrote stories with an Indigenous focus while assisting in the launch of the broadcast division and supporting syndication efforts to expand content distribution to new stations.
JAN 2020 — NOV 2022
Slide-Lok
Digital Marketing Manager
Designed and implemented a digital content strategy focusing on articles and blog posts to grow organic search traffic.
- +97% Organic Traffic
- +25% Revenue
- +14% Customer Base
AUG 2018 — DEC 2019
Navajo Nation Gaming (NNGE)
Media & Communications Intern
Managed video production editing to document the Travel Plaza ground-breaking and construction progress, while assisting with promotional marketing, creating content for public relations, and coordinating invites for local celebrities, politicians, and stakeholders for milestone events.
JAN 2016 — JUL 2018
Slide-Lok
Digital Marketing Specialist
Developed and managed email marketing campaigns beating industry average reported in Mailchimp. Utilized analytics and keyword planner to improve website SEO.
- +14% Email open rate
- +46% Email click-through
- +38% Long tail keyword search traffic
Portfolio
My Works
Mesa College Police Reels, MCC
Led content development, filming, and post-production for a social media reel featuring the MCC Police Department. Designed to raise awareness while reflecting the college’s brand identity and public service commitment.
Mesa Community College marks 60 years of positive economic impact in Metro Phoenix, Phoenix Business Journal
Developed this advertorial for publication in the Phoenix Business Journal as part of MCC’s Institutional Advancement team.
Mesa Community College crowns new Miss Native MCC royalty, MCC
Created and published this press release in partnership with MCC’s Institutional Advancement team to support strategic communications and media outreach.
Join the Celebration MCC MARKS 60 Years of Excellence, UpClose Publications
Developed this advertorial for media release to UpClose Publications as part of MCC’s Institutional Advancement team.
Public Invited to MCC Pow Wow, MCC
Created and published this press release in partnership with MCC’s Institutional Advancement team to support strategic communications and media outreach.
How a Blind Date at MCC Led to a Lifetime of Love and Learning, MCC
I produced and edited this story for MCC’s social media and public relations campaign celebrating Valentine’s Day and the college’s 60th anniversary.
Still time to enroll in MCC Jamf Training Foundation program, MCC
Created and published this press release in partnership with MCC’s Institutional Advancement team to support strategic communications and media outreach.
Biden’s Historic Apology: Boarding school history, ICT
Contributed to the editing and visual production of this story in collaboration with the ICT team, supporting both the newscast and digital segments. Managed social media strategy, created platform-specific visuals using Premiere Pro and Photoshop, and wrote accompanying posts to help share this historic moment across web and social platforms.
How I Work
Team
Collaboration is at the heart of my approach to communication and marketing. I thrive in team settings, bringing a collaborative and supportive spirit to every project. I work seamlessly with internal and external stakeholders, from content creators and designers to community leaders and clients. I value the unique contributions of each team member and leverage my communication skills to ensure everyone is aligned and working towards a common goal. Whether leading a project or contributing as part of a larger team, I excel at fostering an inclusive environment where ideas are freely shared, diverse perspectives are respected, and creativity is encouraged.
Creative
My creativity is inspired by my Navajo heritage, where values like sustainability, teamwork, and respect for nature are at the core. I draw from this background to create content that’s not only innovative but also meaningful and community-focused. My approach prioritizes collaboration and collective success, which allows me to foster inclusive environments and produce impactful work. By combining these cultural values with modern technology and digital marketing trends, I deliver creative solutions that resonate with diverse audiences and drive results. Whether it’s developing engaging content or leading a project, I bring a unique perspective that blends tradition with innovation.
Results
I am both results-driven and process-oriented, combining a focus on outcomes with a strong commitment to following established processes and guidelines. I use data analytics and social trends to develop strategies that maximize impact while adhering to best practices and organizational standards. By effectively monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), I leverage insights to refine my approach, ensuring each initiative aligns with broader goals and delivers measurable results. My ability to follow structured processes while remaining adaptable allows me to consistently achieve objectives and enhance overall efficiency.