Leighann Dunkley
About Leighann Dunkley
Leighann Dunkley is a Manager at Sesame Workshop, where she has worked since 2022. She has a background in public relations and communications, with previous roles at Rubenstein and various internships in the media and entertainment sectors.
Current Role at Sesame Workshop
Leighann Dunkley serves as a Manager at Sesame Workshop, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various projects and initiatives within the organization. Her experience in management contributes to the effectiveness of her team and the overall mission of Sesame Workshop.
Previous Experience at Rubenstein
Prior to her current role, Dunkley worked at Rubenstein for two years as an Associate Account Executive from 2020 to 2022. She also held the positions of Account Coordinator for one year from 2019 to 2020 and Project Coordinator for five months from 2018 to 2019. Her tenure at Rubenstein provided her with substantial experience in account management and project coordination.
Internship Experience
Dunkley has a history of internships that contributed to her professional development. She interned at Sesame Workshop as a Publicity and Events Intern in 2016 for three months and later as a Temporary Assistant in 2017 for nine months. Additionally, she completed a Publicity Internship at FYI Brand Communications in 2015 for four months and an internship at Sony Music Entertainment in 2012 for three months.
Educational Background
Leighann Dunkley holds a Master of Arts in Corporate Communication from Baruch College, where she studied from 2016 to 2018. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies from the State University of New York College at Old Westbury, completing her degree from 2010 to 2012. Her educational background supports her expertise in communication and media.
Early Career at Outback Steakhouse
Before her roles in communications and management, Dunkley worked as a Server at Outback Steakhouse from 2018 to 2020 for two years. This experience in the service industry provided her with valuable interpersonal skills and customer service experience.