Liane Jacobs

Liane Jacobs is a seasoned professional in communications and digital engagement, currently serving as a Digital Engagement Specialist at the Smithsonian Institution since September 2023. Previously, Liane held the position of Public Affairs at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture from May 2017 to August 2023. Academic contributions were made at Johns Hopkins University as an Adjunct Professor teaching Integrated Marketing Communications and Introduction to Public Relations from 2012 to 2018. Earlier roles include Director of Communications and Marketing at The Studio Theatre from April 2004 to December 2012, Freelance Communications Specialist at the Smithsonian National Postal Museum from January 2003 to April 2004, and Associate Director of Communications/Director of Communications at the Council for Opportunity in Education from 1997 to 2003. Liane's career began as Communications and Membership Manager at The Committee for Education Funding from 1994 to 1997. Liane holds a Master of Communication from American University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Guilford College.