Jay H. Dempsey

Jay H. Dempsey serves as the Digital Media Team Lead and Content Strategist at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention since December 2018. In this role, Dempsey leads social media strategy and policy, focusing on enhancing the agency’s digital presence and engagement on crucial public health issues. Previously, Dempsey held multiple positions at the CDC from 2008 to 2014, notably as Team Lead and Senior Health Communication Specialist, where strategic messaging and media relations were key responsibilities. Dempsey's early career included coordinating an HIV/AIDS prevention outreach program at AID Atlanta and teaching English as a Second Language in Japan. Educational qualifications include a Master of Education from the University of South Carolina and a Bachelor of Arts from Reinhardt University.