ABOUT
Creative and dedicated communications professional with 15+ years of crafting stories, communicating with a range of diverse audiences, and helping clients achieve their goals.
Creative and dedicated communications professional with 15+ years of crafting stories, communicating with a range of diverse audiences, and helping clients achieve their goals.
Hi, I'm Jennifer
I’m a seasoned communicator with extensive storytelling experience. For nearly two decades, I worked in television newsrooms across the country, engaging with people at their most vulnerable, both in good times and bad. Then, using video and my passion for writing, I shared their stories through ethical journalistic storytelling.
In 2017, I moved from broadcast media to public relations and marketing. I expanded my skill set to include account management, social media, videography, and crisis communication. Today, I specialize in helping businesses make an impact and achieve their goals by communicating clearly and engagingly with their target audiences. With my extensive journalism background, I also lead seminars on best practices for working with the media and becoming a great company spokesperson. Additionally, I teach a media writing and public relations class at the prestigious School of Journalism and Communications at The University of Oregon.
I'm an award-winning storyteller focused on delivering the highest quality communications for clients through compelling messaging, audience insights, and powerful videos. Relationships are crucial to having a strong team that collaborates effectively with stakeholders to align goals and deliver on your deadline.
When I’m not working or volunteering, I love spending time with my husband, Brian, and our two children, Hailey and Grant. I encourage others to be kind, take chances, do what’s right for their mind and soul, and, most importantly, make a difference.
Awards
2019
20 under 40 Award recognizing the community’s brightest professionals
2020
Videography Telly Award
2020
Summit Award in collaboration with Funk Levis for nonprofit video excellence
2021
Videography Telly Award
2022
Videography Telly Award
2023
Exceptional Economic Development Marketing and Promotions award for outstanding contributions to Constructing a Brighter Future from the Oregon Economic Development Association
2023
Videography Telly Award
2024
Videography Telly Award
Features
I am honored to be featured on the WORKing Together Podcast hosted by Lane Workforce Partnership Executive Director Ashley Espinoza.
In the episode, we discuss storytelling and media engagement in promoting workforce development initiatives. As a former journalist turned media company owner, I shared my experiences collaborating with workforce boards and educational institutions to highlight programs like Team Oregon Build and Nurturely.
The conversation covers the challenges and benefits of marketing publicly funded programs, visual storytelling, and strategies for organizations to share their stories with the community.
