Natalie Moran

Experience

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  Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri

  Aug 2015 - May 2018

  Communications and Volunteer Recruitment Assistant

  • Advised 2,000 prospective mentors on program expectations and processes• Wrote and designed monthly staff newsletters, featuring agency updates and mentee achievements• Researched and recommended businesses, organizations, and events for recruitment opportunities

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  U.S. Department of Justice, The Office on Violence Against Women

  Jun 2017 - Aug 2017

  Grants

  • Drafted section of a national grant solicitation form, articulating DOJ’s position on trauma-informed care• Authored grant allocation reports for journalists, Members of Congress, interest groups, and voters, explaining fund distribution processes• Wrote a comprehensive report on assault prevention strategies in university settings

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  Moran Consulting, Inc.

  May 2018 - Jan 2019

  Copywriter

  • Authored dozens of customer service case studies for training materials• Wrote a customer service manual, simplifying protocols for a client serving more than 100,000 customers

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  U.S. House of Representatives

  Jan 2019 - May 2019

  Press Fellow

  • Crafted speeches, video scripts, press releases, and taking points for a Member, communicating policy positions to range of audiences• Collaborated with aides, ensuring accuracy and clarity in communications

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  National WIC Association

  Sept 2019 - Dec 2021

  Media Communications Manager

  • Developed COVID-19 crisis messaging toolkit, distributing critical information to 6 million WIC program participants• Secured media placements in publications, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Business Insider, positioning the organization as a thought leader in WIC policy and programming• Managed two direct reports, leading a variety of communications, marketing, and event promotion projects• Marketed and launched a COVID-19 response fund, raising $20,000 in individual donations to support continued operations• Led a team of 30 communications professionals across public health organizations to plan and execute digital advocacy campaigns Show less

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  National Cathedral School

  Dec 2021 - Feb 2025

  Assistant Director of Communications, Lead Writer, & Managing Editor

  • Wrote and managed high-quality communications, marketing, and fundraising content for brochures, newsletters, articles, and social media platforms, engaging over 10,000 stakeholders monthly and ensuring a consistent brand identity• Managed marketing and communications for fundraising campaigns and events, collaborating with the development team to help generate $3 million in annual gifts• Collaborated with senior leadership to develop mission-driven narratives that advance strategic priorities and increase engagement across diverse audiences• Directed the editorial strategy and production of magazines and annual reports, leading a team of contributors and vendors from ideation to distribution, engaging 7,500+ constituents per issue• Led the redesign of a weekly e-newsletter, enhancing mobile UX and receiving acclaim from recipients; optimized the production process to improve efficiency and boost employee satisfaction Show less

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  Comms Futurist

  May 2024 - now

  Founder

  • Help communications teams, agencies, and consultants navigate a rapidly evolving field, responsibly integrate AI & automation tools, and convey to teams the "why" behind AI• Provide services in executive positioning and thought leadership to communications execs, agencies, and consultants.

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  CommsConsultants.com

  Nov 2024 - now

  Member Consultant