The mission of the Department of Communications is to provide accurate information to citizens and the media in a timely manner.
Dedicated to promoting and supporting various offices within the City of Knoxville, the department also provides information on government services, mayoral initiatives and City-sponsored activities.
The department is responsible for developing strategic communications to help advance the goals and projects of the City while also keeping City neighborhoods and residents connected and involved.
The department also works closely with Special Events and Government Affairs to meet key objectives.
In addition, the department maintains the City's website, updates social media and provides ceremonial documents such as proclamations and certificates.
COMMUNICATIONS STAFF
Kristin Farley
Director of Communications
[email protected]
Room 691, City County Building
865-215-2589
Cell: 865-924-8276
Eric Vreeland
Deputy Director of Communications
[email protected]
Room 654A, City County Building
865-215-3480
Cell: 865-258-3431
Traci K. McDonell
City Webmaster/Photographer
[email protected]
Room 594, City County Building
865-215-2177
Paige Travis
Social Media Manager
[email protected]
Room 691, City County Building
865-215-3659
Dan Frye
Graphic Designer
[email protected]
Room 594, City County Building
865-215-2163
Shawn Davis
Videographer
[email protected]
Room 594, City County Building
865-215-2164