Experience

Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML)

• United States
• Environmental Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Communications Director - Center for Environmental Management Military Lands (CEMML)

  • Jul 2021 - Present

  Fort Collins, Colorado, United States



Timothy Schommer Design, Ltd

• Owner/Design & Communications Consultant

  • Sep 2012 - Present

  Thornton, CO • Freelance designer and communications expert to various clients with a focus in the non-profit sector. • Provides a wide variety of innovative and creative consulting services including branding and messaging development, data visualization, presentation design, report layout, packaging and web design.



One Earth Future Foundation

• United States
• International Affairs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Communications Manager

  • Jun 2015 - Jun 2021

  Greater Denver Area • Co-leads the strategic direction of OEF’s central communications department in conjunction with the Director of External Affairs & Communications. • Leads a team of four communication/design professionals in the implementation of various initiatives including data visualization and design for digital and print, web development, video, social media, and PR engagement. • Serves as senior strategic communications & design advisor to seven international business development and assistance… Show more • Co-leads the strategic direction of OEF’s central communications department in conjunction with the Director of External Affairs & Communications. • Leads a team of four communication/design professionals in the implementation of various initiatives including data visualization and design for digital and print, web development, video, social media, and PR engagement. • Serves as senior strategic communications & design advisor to seven international business development and assistance program teams. • Oversees and upholds OEF branding, internal and external communication integrity and standards. Ensures the proper use of logos, fonts, colors, images, and language in the promotion of the Foundation’s mission. • Crafts, manages, edits, and verifies accuracy of content across 8 websites, various print and digital publications, and news releases. • Advises international program teams in responding to media inquiries, advising and coaching subject matter experts within the organization on media relations strategies. • Collaborates with the Monitoring & Evaluation department to establish mechanisms for tracking communications efforts and calculating ROI. • Meticulously manages communications department budget through equitable financial partnerships with external contractors (domestic & international) in the acquisition of web development, copyediting & translation, printing, photography, video and other services.

• Project Officer - Oceans Beyond Piracy Program

  • Aug 2013 - Jun 2015

  Broomfield, CO • Provided research, design and communications expertise on maritime piracy issues in East and West Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin America. • Oversaw the design and communications plan for The State of Maritime Piracy report series, an annual report on the economic and human costs associated with maritime piracy. • Provided other design and data visualization oversight including program branding, as well as the development of infographics, video, and web content.

• Research/Communications Assistant - Oceans Beyond Piracy Program

  • Dec 2012 - Aug 2013

  Broomfield, Colorado • Assisted in the research, design, and communications related to the 2012 Economic Cost of Maritime Piracy, an annual report calculating the financial costs related to the issue of maritime piracy. • Aided in the creation of the 2012 Human Cost of Maritime Piracy, which lead to an offer for a permanent full-time position within the organization. • Additional Responsibilities: - Researched and compiled data related to maritime piracy. - Drafted initial content for report chapters… Show more • Assisted in the research, design, and communications related to the 2012 Economic Cost of Maritime Piracy, an annual report calculating the financial costs related to the issue of maritime piracy. • Aided in the creation of the 2012 Human Cost of Maritime Piracy, which lead to an offer for a permanent full-time position within the organization. • Additional Responsibilities: - Researched and compiled data related to maritime piracy. - Drafted initial content for report chapters, highlighting key topics of interest. - Led the design of all infographics, maps, and other visualizations. - Worked directly with the program director and the report’s lead author to identify key takeaways, draft talking points and design fact sheets for media and other inquiries.



Elephant Energy

• United States
• Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Communications Intern

  • Jul 2011 - Jul 2013

  Denver, CO • Developed and implemented an advertising campaign about alternative energy programs in Namibia, Zambia and on the Navajo Nation of the southwestern United States. • Created an education initiative about the environmental and financial benefits of Elephant Energy’s solar light products sold at local shops in Namibia and throughout the Navajo Nation. • Designed a packaging and distribution model for a joint Solar Schools Project between Elephant Energy and Nokero, a solar light… Show more • Developed and implemented an advertising campaign about alternative energy programs in Namibia, Zambia and on the Navajo Nation of the southwestern United States. • Created an education initiative about the environmental and financial benefits of Elephant Energy’s solar light products sold at local shops in Namibia and throughout the Navajo Nation. • Designed a packaging and distribution model for a joint Solar Schools Project between Elephant Energy and Nokero, a solar light manufacturer based in Denver. • Compiled and analyzed survey data in flood-affected regions of Namibia. Show less



Center for Civilians in Conflict

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Communications Intern

  • Jun 2012 - Sep 2012

  Washington D.C. Metro Area • Assisted in the re-branding of the organization including name, logo and marketing strategy in alignment with evolving program goals and initiatives. • Researched the latest trends relating to conflict-affected civilians in Somalia and Iraq for senior staff.



Concordia Place

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Teen Program Organizer

  • Oct 2009 - Jul 2011

  Chicago, IL • Co-designed an afterschool program for 30 teens between ages 12-18, serving as a mentor, and organizing activities including urban gardening, farmers’ markets, sports and recreation, and community service. • Organized events and activities including 10-week summer program. • Designed annual reports, newsletters, advertisements and other public relations materials to educate and inform program participants and donors in a variety of education and community-based programs and upcoming… Show more • Co-designed an afterschool program for 30 teens between ages 12-18, serving as a mentor, and organizing activities including urban gardening, farmers’ markets, sports and recreation, and community service. • Organized events and activities including 10-week summer program. • Designed annual reports, newsletters, advertisements and other public relations materials to educate and inform program participants and donors in a variety of education and community-based programs and upcoming events. Show less



Peace Corps

• United States
• International Affairs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Education Volunteer - Cape Coast School for the Deaf

  • Jun 2007 - Jul 2009

  Cape Coast, Ghana - West Africa • Taught visual arts and English to 90 deaf junior high and vocational school students. • Organized, coordinated and fundraised for a week-long national student art program involving 36 students and volunteers from 12 different schools. • Raised funds, organized and advised local entrepreneurs in the establishment of a textiles shop and the completion of a milling business.



University of Wisconsin-Stout

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Graphic Designer

  • Jan 2006 - May 2007

  Menomonie, WI



R.J. Marx Custom Graphics

• Graphic Designer/Illustrator

  • Jul 2003 - Aug 2005

  Appleton, WI



Oshkosh B'Gosh

• Retail

• Graphic Designer/Illustrator

  • May 2002 - Dec 2002

  Oshkosh, Wisconsin Area