Sgt. 1st Class
Monik M. A. Phan
Chief Public Affairs NCO, U.S. Army
15+ years of military experience
Producer | Director | Digital Content Creator | Editor | Cinematographer | Photographer
Military Journalist | Strategic Communications and Disaster and Crisis Response Planner
Master Resiliency Trainer | Equal Opportunity Leader | Air Assault | Unit Prevention Leader | Combat Lifesaver
Basic Leader's Course (Commandant's List) | Advanced Leader's Course | Senior Leader's Course
Combatives Level 2 | Operational Security (OPSEC) Level 2 | Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Defense Specialist | Biological Integrated Detection System (BIDS) Joint Biological Point Detection System (JBPDS) M31A2 Operator (Distinguished Honor Graduate) | Digital Training Management Systems Operator | Bus Driver | Ammo Handler | Technical Transport in HAZMAT
Monik's journey began with a fascination for the power of storytelling in the digital realm. Over the years, she honed her skills in crafting content transcending borders and languages, ensuring that every message remains authentic and culturally relevant.
Duty Stations:
Fort Hood, TX | Schofield Barracks, HI | Fort Irwin, CA | Osan Air Base, Korea | Camp Humphreys, Korea | Fort Shafter, HI | Fort Bliss, TX
Deployments:
Afghanistan | Thailand | New Zealand | Australia
TOWNSVILLE, QLD, AUSTRALIA - The Bindal Clan, a local aboriginal tribe and traditional owners of the land, greets multi-national participants including Talisman Sabre 21 Deputy Exercise Director, Col. Jerry Hall, in a smoking ceremony July 19 at Lavarack Barracks, Townsville, located in Queensland, Australia, during Exercise Talisman Sabre 21. Australian and U.S. Forces combine biennially for Talisman Sabre, a month-long multi-domain exercise that strengthens allied and partner capabilities to respond to the full range of Indo-Pacific security concerns. The ceremony reflected the traditional act of requesting permission to enter another group’s country, and once granted, being welcomed and granted safe passage with the protection of their ancestors during the journey. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. 1st Class Monik Phan, U.S. Army Pacific public affairs)
Special Missions:
Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) and Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) | Exercise Cobra Gold | Exercise Talisman Sabre
Monik served as an international advisor to combatant commanders and public affairs officers on all matters pertaining to public affairs, command information, public information and community relations.
She provided public affairs support to Senior Army Component Commanders who worked directly with the Department of Defense (DoD), and Department of State (DoS) to synchronize communication strategies internationally with our Partners and Allies.
Special Areas of Emphasis:
Bilingual in English and Vietnamese | SECRET Clearance | Asia Pacific Center for Strategic Studies (APCSS) | Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud programs such as Premiere Pro, After Effects, Lightroom, Photoshop, Illustrator and Adobe Bridge| Microsoft Office 360
Military Awards:
2020 Keith L. Ware: John T. Anderson Military Videographer of the Year
2015 Ft. Irwin NCO of the Year
2015 Ft. Irwin NCO of the 3rd Quarter
Army Accommodation Medal (6) | Army Achievement Medal (5) | Meritorious Unit Commendation | Army Good Conduct Medal (5) | National Defense Service Medal | Afghanistan Campaign Medal | Global War on Terrorism Service Medal | Korea Defense Service Medal | Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon (4) | Army Service Ribbon | Overseas Service Ribbon | NATO Medal | U.S. Army Certificate of Achievement (10) | Driver Mechanic Badge -Driver Wheel Vehicle| Expert M4 Weaponist
Affiliations:
Veterans of Foreign Wars Life Member Post#10281 | Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Hobbies and Interests:
Styling | Food | Shopping | Bargain Hunting | Traveling `| Music | Real Estate | Modeling | Studio Photography | Singing | Art | Cryptocurrency | AI | Language & Culture Exchange | Tech | Cats | Small Business Start-Ups | Entrepreneurship
Sgt. 1st Class Monik Phan eagerly anticipates a fulfilling retirement, marking the culmination of her impressive two-decade military career. Her vision for the future is nothing short of transformative as she sets her sights on a transition into the entertainment industry. In this dynamic arena, Monik seeks to assume pivotal roles as a director, screenwriter, and producer, poised to make her mark on the creative landscape.
However, her ambitions extend beyond the silver screen. Monik is a fervent advocate for holistic mental and spiritual well-being, ardently committed to empowering individuals with practical strategies and self-awareness techniques to attain inner balance and resilience.
Furthermore, her unwavering dedication shines as she endeavors to support survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. With compassion as her compass, she works tirelessly to heighten awareness of the profound and far-reaching impact of trauma.
In this exciting chapter of her life, Monik envisions expanding her horizons into the realms of Web3 and the metaverse, embracing the cutting-edge technologies and opportunities they offer. Notably, her vision also includes the establishment of her very own media production company, where she can orchestrate and manifest her creative visions.
As she embarks on this thrilling journey, her dreams span borders. Monik envisions a life abroad, harmonizing her professional aspirations with the vibrant energy of Los Angeles, California.
Thank you!