Elizabeth Cass

Elizabeth Cass has a diverse work experience spanning a variety of roles and industries. Elizabeth began their career as a Reporter at the Western Daily Press, where they generated news stories and features. Elizabeth then worked at the Bristol Post as a Senior Reporter, responsible for writing news stories, producing supplements, and submitting columns. Elizabeth also served as the Acting Entertainment Editor at the Bristol Post, where they secured exclusive interviews and managed a team of reviewers. Elizabeth then transitioned into a communications role at Nottinghamshire Police, first as a Media and Communications Officer/Team Leader, and later as the Head of News and Channel Management. In these roles, they implemented communication strategies, managed media inquiries, and developed the team's capabilities. Elizabeth then moved into the higher education sector, joining the University of Nottingham as the Head of Media Relations, leading the team to secure positive media coverage and organizing media training for staff. Elizabeth was later promoted to Deputy Director - Communications, providing strategic oversight and acting as deputy for the Director of Communications and Advocacy. Elizabeth also played a critical role in crisis handling, strategic tasks, and stakeholder partnerships during the Covid-19 pandemic. Currently, Elizabeth holds the position of Director of Communications and Engagement at the University of Leicester.

Elizabeth Cass attended Durham University from 1999 to 2003, where they obtained a degree in Modern European Languages, with a focus on Spanish and French.