Jessica Sabbah Sterdt
About Jessica Sabbah Sterdt
Jessica Sabbah Sterdt is the Manager of Digital Content at HIMSS, with extensive experience in journalism and digital marketing.
Current Title and Role
Jessica Sabbah Sterdt is the Manager of Digital Content at HIMSS, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Chicago, Illinois, she focuses on creating and managing digital content strategies to drive engagement and growth for the organization. Her role involves overseeing content development, optimizing digital communication, and employing a variety of online marketing tactics to enhance HIMSS's digital presence.
Previous Positions in Digital Marketing
Before her current role, Jessica worked at HIMSS as an Associate Manager of Digital Marketing from 2018 to 2021. At HIMSS, she was responsible for developing and executing digital marketing campaigns, managing social media accounts, and analyzing performance metrics to inform future strategies. Additionally, she served as a New Media Producer and Coordinator, Social Media at HIMSS Media, not only developing new media content but also coordinating social media efforts to reach wider audiences.
Early Career in Journalism
Jessica began her career in journalism, holding various roles at multiple news organizations. She worked as a multimedia fellow at Scripps Howard Foundation Wire and interned as a multiplatform producer at The Washington Post. Jessica's early career also includes roles such as Multimedia Artist at Rockford Register Star and Freelance Reporter at SouthtownStar, showcasing her versatility and adaptability in different journalistic environments.
Educational Background
Jessica Sabbah Sterdt holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Media Studies Communications with a minor in Spanish from Northern Illinois University (2006-2011). She furthered her education with various certificate programs, including Essentials of Project Management from Northwestern University and a Digital Marketing Certificate from Rutgers and Notre Dame. Jessica also participated in specialized programs like the Newspaper Association of America Foundation News Challenge and the Poynter College Fellowship in Multimedia Journalism.
Work Experience at Northern Star
During her time at Northern Illinois University, Jessica extensively contributed to the university's newspaper, Northern Star. She held multiple roles including city editor, managing editor, online editor, and multimedia journalist. This period was crucial in developing her editorial skills and providing her with foundational journalism experience. It also involved tasks like campus reporting, copy editing, and designing, offering a well-rounded approach to multimedia journalism.