Christine Paik

Christine Paik, APR has extensive experience in communications and public relations. Christine currently serves as the Chief Communications Officer at Poway Unified School District, where they develop and implements strategic communication plans to support the district's vision and mission. Christine also serves as the primary communications advisor to the Superintendent, Cabinet members, and Board. Prior to this role, they served as the Director of Communications at the same district, where they transformed the district's relationship with key stakeholders and initiated the district's first-ever digital media internship for high school students.

In addition to their work at Poway Unified School District, Christine has held various other roles. Christine is currently the Regional Chair for the San Diego Region at the California School Public Relations Association. Christine has also served as a member of the Board of Directors for the Poway Unified School District Foundation.

Before their time at Poway Unified School District, Christine worked as an Anchor/Reporter at ABC INC KFSN-TV, where they co-anchored Action News Midday and Live at 4pm. Christine was known for pioneering the use of social media and viewer interaction live on air. Prior to that, they worked as a Lecturer at Fresno State, teaching Mass Communications and Journalism courses. Christine also gained experience as a Production Assistant at KRON-TV, where they assisted producers with scriptwriting and field producing.

Outside of their professional career, Christine is also a published author. Christine has written a children's book called "The Girl in the Gold Dress," which has received recognition and positive reviews.

Overall, Christine Paik, APR has a diverse background in communications, public relations, education, and media. Christine has demonstrated their ability to lead and innovate in various roles throughout their career.

Christine Paik, APR holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communications from the University of California, Berkeley, which they completed from 1995 to 1999. Christine later pursued a Master's Degree in Mass Communication/Journalism at California State University, Fresno, from 2004 to 2006. Additionally, Christine obtained accreditation in Public Relations from the Universal Accreditation Board. Christine also holds a certification in Public Relations from the Public Relations Society of America, which they obtained in 2021.