Alison Whisenant
About Alison Whisenant
Alison Whisenant is an Account Director at Mischief USA, with a diverse background in social media and account management across several marketing firms. She has held various roles at MullenLowe U.S. and Capstrat, and she holds degrees in Public Relations and Strategic Communications from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Current Role at Mischief USA
Alison Whisenant serves as an Account Director at Mischief USA, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for managing client accounts and overseeing strategic communications. Her experience in account management and digital strategy supports her effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience at MullenLowe U.S.
Alison Whisenant has extensive experience at MullenLowe U.S., where she held several positions. She worked as an Account Supervisor from 2018 to 2019 and as an Account Director from 2019 to 2020, both in the Greater Boston Area. Additionally, she served as a Senior Social Media Manager from 2016 to 2017 and as a Social Media Supervisor from 2017 to 2018.
Educational Background
Alison Whisenant studied at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Public Relations and French from 2008 to 2012. She also attended the UNC School of Media and Journalism, focusing on Strategic Communications and obtaining a BA from 2010 to 2012. Her education provides a strong foundation for her career in communications.
Skills and Expertise
Alison Whisenant possesses advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite and Final Cut Pro, which enhance her capabilities in media relations and digital strategy. She has completed courses in New Technology, Advertising, and Public Relations, further developing her expertise in these areas. Her knowledge of Mass Communications Ethics and Law informs her approach to public communications.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Alison Whisenant began her career with various internships, including a Social Media Intern position at Capstrat in 2012 and an Interactive Marketing Intern role at 3 Birds Marketing LLC in 2011. She also worked as an Assistant Media Planner at McKinney from 2012 to 2013. These early experiences laid the groundwork for her subsequent roles in account management and social media.