Andy Canales

Andy Canales is the Senior Director of Audience Development at KERA, where they oversee internal and external communications, ensuring clarity and alignment with the organization's strategic goals. With a background that includes roles such as Manager of Marketing Communications and various positions in journalism and public relations, Andy has developed extensive expertise in audience engagement and media relations. They previously served at Tyler Morning Telegraph as a Copy Editor and have interned at several organizations, honing their skills in marketing and communication strategies. Andy is currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication/Media Studies at The University of Texas at Tyler, where they have achieved a GPA of 3.95, graduating summa cum laude.