Megan Hughes
About Megan Hughes
Megan Hughes is a Senior Recruiter at Hearst, where she has worked since 2013. She has a background in recruiting and office management, with previous roles at Patch.com and AOL, and holds a BA in Global Communications from Roger Williams University.
Work at Hearst
Megan Hughes has served as a Senior Recruiter at Hearst since 2013. In this role, she focuses on enhancing the candidate experience by providing consistent feedback throughout the interview process. She is responsible for creating job descriptions that attract top talent for open positions. Hughes utilizes various tools, including LinkedIn Recruiter and Entelo, to source candidates effectively. Her experience at Hearst spans over 11 years, during which she has developed strategies to improve recruitment outcomes.
Previous Experience at Patch.com
Before joining Hearst, Megan Hughes worked at Patch.com in multiple roles. She began as an Office Manager for eight months in 2010, followed by a position as an Account Coordinator, National, for four months in 2011. Additionally, she served as Executive Support in Sales for nine months in 2011. Her diverse roles at Patch.com provided her with a comprehensive understanding of operational and sales support, which contributed to her recruitment expertise.
Experience at AOL
Megan Hughes worked as a Recruiting Coordinator at AOL from 2012 to 2013. During her year at AOL, she gained valuable experience in the recruitment process, which helped shape her skills in candidate selection and hiring practices. This role contributed to her overall development as a recruiter and prepared her for her current position at Hearst.
Education and Expertise
Megan Hughes studied at Roger Williams University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Global Communications from 2005 to 2009. Her educational background has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective communication and recruitment strategies. Hughes applies her academic expertise to her current role, particularly in developing campus recruiting strategies in partnership with universities.
Recruitment Strategies and Coaching
In her role as a Senior Recruiter, Megan Hughes coaches hiring managers throughout the recruiting and hiring process. She emphasizes the importance of effective candidate selection and works to ensure that hiring practices align with organizational goals. Hughes partners with universities to develop targeted campus recruiting strategies, demonstrating her commitment to building a strong talent pipeline.