Steph Grace McDonald

Steph Grace McDonald is an experienced communications professional with a rich background in media and public relations. Currently serving as a Senior Communications Advisor and acting co-lead of the Marcomms team at BRANZ since November 2022, Steph previously held the position of Media & Content Manager at WellingtonNZ, where responsibilities included leading the media and content strategy. Earlier roles include Communications Manager for The Dowse Art Museum & Petone Settlers Museum, Outreach Manager for the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, and External Communications Advisor at Manukau Institute of Technology. Additionally, Steph has experience in senior account management at Dock Street Group and has contributed to communications initiatives at CAANZ. Academic qualifications include a Bachelor of Communication in Public Relations and a Diploma in Visual Arts from Massey University, supplemented by professional training from CAANZ / AUT Communications School.