Ashley Reed
About Ashley Reed
Ashley Reed serves as the On Air Personality for KYKZ 96 and Promotions Director for Cumulus Lake Charles. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communications/Public Relations from McNeese State University and has extensive experience in public relations and marketing.
Work at Cumulus Media
Ashley Reed has been employed at Cumulus Media since 2016, serving as the On Air Personality for KYKZ 96 and as the Promotions Director for Cumulus Lake Charles. In her role, she engages with the audience through various on-air segments and oversees promotional activities that enhance the station's visibility and community involvement. Her work contributes to the station's programming and marketing strategies in the Lake Charles, Louisiana area.
Education and Expertise
Ashley Reed earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communications with a focus on Public Relations from McNeese State University, where she studied from 2008 to 2012. She also completed minors in Communication Studies and Family and Child Studies. This academic background provides her with a solid foundation in media communication, public relations, and community engagement, which she applies in her current roles.
Background
Before joining Cumulus Media, Ashley Reed gained diverse experience in various roles. She worked as a Personal Recruiting Assistant and Receptionist at Vector Marketing for three months in 2010. In 2012, she completed internships at the Children’s Miracle Network and Christus Foundation, focusing on Public Relations and Special Events. Additionally, she served as an Executive Assistant in Marketing and Advertising at American Press Newspaper from 2012 to 2013 and worked as a Campaign Representative Intern for the Republican Party of Louisiana.
Professional Experience
Ashley Reed's professional journey includes a range of positions that have contributed to her expertise in communications and public relations. After her internships, she worked at American Press Newspaper for one year, where she supported marketing and advertising efforts. Her experience as a Campaign Representative Intern further enhanced her skills in public engagement and strategic communication.