About Diana Bassett
Founder and President of Diana Bassett Public Relations
Diana began her career, working as a production assistant, in the film industry on multiple independent film productions. From there, she transitioned to Public Relations where through the years, she honed her writing, media relations and branding skills, as well as her social media and event production strategies. Using these skills, Diana has been able to land top-tier media placements for her clients and create long-lasting campaigns. Media outlets including The Observer, NY Magazine, People, Thrillist, New York Post and Fox Business are just a few of the numerous publications Diana has created relationships with.
Working with numerous media outlets has given Diana the opportunity to create and brand large, well-attended events and shown her capable of developing innovative strategies to keep her clients one step ahead of the ever-changing PR landscape. Moreover, Diana has shown herself to be successful in assisting clients with navigating the convergence between traditional media and social media while providing creative support that is pivotal when launching lifestyle and hospitality brands, restaurants and high profile events. Her experience includes brand management, media relations and placements, press materials, pitches, client relations, event planning and executing, junior staff management and social media.
At the start of the 2020 Covid-19 Pandemic Diana launched her own company, Diana Bassett Public Relations, concentrating on the entertainment industry, with a focus on public figures including actors, influencers and athletes. During the pandemic, Diana has been volunteering her services to any small businesses struggling to stay connected with consumers and stakeholders, helping them stay afloat until things are able to return to normal.
In addition to her role as president of DBPR, Diana sits on the board of advisors for Project Overlord.
Diana holds a Bachelor of Arts in Film Production and a Master of Arts in Public Relations from Hofstra University.
To contact Diana Bassett please email DianaBassett@DianaBassettpr.com or find her on LinkedIn.