William Shutes

William Shutes is an accomplished marketing and public relations professional with extensive experience in the arts and media sectors. Currently serving as the Director of Marketing and Public Relations for Nashville Opera, Shutes excels in managing social media, press releases, and event promotions, including the 29th Annual LA BELLA NOTTE gala. Prior roles include Media Solutions Consultant and Marketing Strategist at FW PUBLISHING, LLC, and Director of Sales, Marketing, and Events at Out & About Nashville. Shutes has also contributed to the education sector as a lecturer in English at both Youngstown State University and Penn State University. Holding a Master's degree in American Literature and a Bachelor's degree in English Literature with a minor in Journalism and Communications from John Carroll University, Shutes combines academic expertise with practical marketing skills across various platforms and industries.