John Zollinger

John Zollinger has extensive work experience in communications and marketing roles. John started in 1988 as a Staff Writer for The Gardner News and later worked as a Staff Writer for the Fitchburg Sentinel & Enterprise. John then moved to China and worked as a Copy Editor for Xinhua News Agency, where they also organized seminars on Western journalism methods. John returned to the United States and worked as a Reporter/Intern for The National Journal and as a Reporter/Editor for Agence France-Presse. John then transitioned into the entertainment industry, working as a Freelance Script Reader for Creative Artists Agency. John joined the University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts, where they held multiple roles including Editor of Networker Magazine, Public Communications Manager, and Assistant Dean for Communications. John'sresponsibilities included managing public relations materials, overseeing graphic design and web personnel, organizing events, and developing strategic communication plans. After leaving USC, they worked as the Marketing Manager for the Texas A&M Foundation, where they led the institution's marketing, development, and donor relations communications strategy. John then served as the Assistant Dean for Communication and Outreach at the American University School of Communication, where they unified the school's communications and marketing efforts. Currently, they are the Director of Communications at Austen Riggs Center, where they offer strategic vision for outreach and engagement activities and assists with the creation of new clinical offerings.

John Zollinger has a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree in Writing for Screen and Television from the University of Southern California. John also holds a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Journalism and Public Affairs from the American University School of Communication. Additionally, they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Communications from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Moreover, John Zollinger has another MFA degree in Writing for Film and Television from the University of Southern California, School of Cinema-Television.