
Jerome Filip
Verified Expert in Marketing
PR and Communications Expert
Baltimore, MD, United States
Toptal member since April 15, 2024
Jerome is a seasoned content and communications expert with 10+ years of experience in PR, content strategy, and storytelling. He crafts high-impact content, including blogs, white papers, video scripts, and web copy, blending creativity with data-driven insights. With expertise in events, SEO, thought leadership, and brand voice alignment, Jerome drives engagement, builds trust, and achieves measurable results across public safety, SaaS, and fintech industries.
Project Highlights
Expertise
- Content Marketing
- Crisis Communication
- Leadership
- Media Relations
- Public Relations (PR)
- Stakeholder Management
- Thought Leadership
- Writing & Editing
Work Experience
PR Manager
SoundThinking
- Headed a media strategy that exceeded proactive goals by 40% while reducing adverse coverage by 15%.
- Collaborated with senior leadership on crisis communication, crafting strategic responses that secured balanced coverage in major outlets, including The New York Times.
- Crafted diverse content, including technical blogs, op-eds, and social media posts, focused on AI and public safety technology, consistently generating leads and driving engagement.
- Scripted and produced engaging video content, such as customer success stories and product launches, to enhance brand storytelling.
- Produced and scripted 18+ webinars annually, translating product innovations and industry trends into engaging content for law enforcement and commercial audiences, consistently attracting 150+ participants and generating dozens of qualified leads.
- Developed strategic messaging for executive communications and thought leadership, securing first-time speaking opportunities at major events and reinforcing market authority.
- Created technical resources, including Q&A documents and stakeholder guides, to help internal and external audiences navigate sensitive topics while ensuring consistent messaging.
- Co-led the planning and production of company-wide all-hands meetings, featuring year-in-review segments, executive panels, and presentations aligned with major initiatives such as the company rebrand and platform transition.
PR Strategist
TEKsystems
- Drove a 20% increase in enterprise media coverage year-over-year through strategic PR campaigns and thought leadership initiatives.
- Created thought leadership content, technical blogs, and social media posts to simplify complex topics like AI, hybrid cloud, and data governance for Fortune 500 audiences.
- Developed executive positioning strategies for major industry events, including AWS re:Invent, equipping leaders with tailored messaging, interview strategies, and talking points.
- Crafted strategic content such as press releases, technical narratives, and digital assets in collaboration with design and web teams.
- Established messaging frameworks for AI governance, ethics, and responsible automation, aligning with enterprise technology trends and regulatory considerations.
Senior Associate | Global Public and Media Relations
San Francisco Travel Association
- Spearheaded a data-driven PR strategy that achieved record-breaking ROI on campaigns across global markets.
- Developed an innovative analytics program to measure earned media coverage across five continents, enabling real-time strategy optimization.
- Managed influencer campaigns with luxury partners, generating millions of social media impressions.
- Supported the planning and execution of high-profile annual events showcasing San Francisco to global media and influencers, coordinating with key stakeholders to maximize visibility and engagement.
Operations Manager
Venn Strategies
- Directed firm communications, including newsletters, press releases, and social media content, contributing to the company's nearly doubling size.
- Created comprehensive employee guides and handbooks to streamline internal operations and clarify company policies.
- Organized high-profile events, including Capitol Hill fly-ins, engaging stakeholders like US senators and CEOs.
Legislative Aide
Idaho Senate
- Authored white papers, policy briefs, and educational content that supported the successful passage of over a dozen bills in education, taxation, and healthcare.
- Created blogs, op-eds, and social media content to build public understanding of complex legislation.
- Built effective relationships with media representatives and stakeholders to drive awareness of legislative initiatives.
- Coordinated town hall meetings for 100+ attendees, enabling elected officials to brief constituents on legislative issues and engage in live Q&A sessions.
Campaign Manager
Freelance Clients
- Developed data-driven strategies that achieved 8-38% victory margins across multiple campaigns.
- Created and optimized campaign websites, blogs, and social media content to boost candidate visibility.
- Produced comprehensive campaign materials, including mailers, donor communications, and educational content.
- Organized fundraising events that raised over $150,000 and managed a 50+ staff team.
- Used data analysis to refine messaging strategies and optimize resource allocation.
Project History
Content Strategy for AI-driven Public Safety Solutions
Headed an integrated content and PR strategy that positioned our organization as a leader in public safety. Crafted high-impact content and managed media initiatives, driving engagement, enhancing brand authority, and fostering stakeholder trust.
Collaborating with technical experts, I translated complex insights into engaging, actionable content. This included high-performing blogs that drove qualified leads, detailed Q&A documents that empowered stakeholders to navigate sensitive topics, and customer success story videos showcasing tangible impact.
I produced 18 webinars that distilled technical innovations into clear value propositions for law enforcement audiences, attracting 150+ participants per session and generating dozens of qualified leads. My thought leadership efforts secured speaking opportunities at major industry events, establishing our executives as authoritative voices in public safety technology.
In parallel, I integrated these efforts with a targeted media strategy, exceeding proactive media placement goals by 40% and reducing adverse coverage by 15%. These initiatives collectively enhanced our brand visibility and solidified our leadership in the public safety sector.
Building a Comprehensive PR and Content Strategy for a Fintech Leader
Developed and executed the first integrated PR and content strategy for a fintech startup, establishing a foundation for long-term communications success and increasing brand visibility.
To address customer pain points, I built a robust content strategy to produce SEO-optimized blogs and technical content. These materials translated complex payment processing solutions into clear, actionable value propositions. I ensured compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining engaging and customer-focused storytelling across press releases, blogs, and other materials.
This integrated approach ensured consistent messaging across PR and content channels. By leveraging earned media opportunities and driving organic search visibility, the strategy significantly increased brand awareness and set the foundation for future growth.
Crafting a Company Origin Story Through Strategic Video Content
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KNX3Cftg3kDeveloped and produced an inspiring company origin video that unified our brand narrative and strengthened employee engagement.
Working with our production team, I crafted a script that wove together multiple perspectives, from founding vision to current innovation. The narrative arc highlighted key milestones while maintaining focus on our mission of enhancing public safety through technology.
The resulting video resonated strongly with internal and external audiences, becoming a cornerstone for employee onboarding, investor presentations, and brand storytelling. It united our past achievements with our future vision, strengthening organizational culture and brand identity.
Corporate PR Revitalization to Amplify Brand Presence
Achieved a 20% increase in media mentions year-over-year, significantly enhancing brand visibility and positioning for a major technology services provider.
I worked closely with leadership and technical teams to stay connected to business priorities like product launches and industry partnerships. Collaborating with our PR agency, I identified key media targets. I crafted compelling narratives that translated complex topics like AI, data analytics, and cloud transformation into engaging business and trade media content.
I managed all follow-up efforts, including drafting op-eds, sharing data insights, and coordinating executive interviews while leveraging analytics to measure PR effectiveness and demonstrate ROI. As a result, the company saw a 20% increase in year-over-year media mentions while strengthening its thought leadership, improving market positioning, and setting a new benchmark for PR integration.
Record ROI Through Data-driven PR Strategy
Led the integration of data-driven insights into a global PR strategy, resulting in a record-breaking year for ROI on PR campaigns for a major US city.
This comprehensive analysis allowed me to craft targeted and impactful PR campaigns, including precise press releases, strategic influencer partnerships, and engaging multimedia content. My data-informed approach enabled real-time adjustments to strategies, ensuring that campaigns remained relevant and effective. These efforts led to investments in the most successful campaigns, resulting in a record-breaking year for tourism in the city in 2019. This strategic integration of data and PR maximized ROI on PR campaigns and positioned San Francisco as a premier travel destination, demonstrating the power of data-driven decision-making in public relations.
Education
Master's Degree in Public Administration
American University - Washington, DC, USA
Bachelor's Degree in Political Science
Boise State University - Boise, ID, USA
Skills
Core
Writing & Editing, Public Relations (PR), Content Marketing, Content, Copywriting, Content Creation, Social Media, Marketing, Campaign Management, PR Campaigns, Content Marketing Strategy, Content Strategy, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Digital Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, Brand Marketing, Link Building, SEO Content, Scriptwriting, Instagram Marketing
Platforms & Tools
TVEyes, Asana, Meltwater, Google Analytics
Other
Press Releases, Storytelling, Event Coordination, Event Management, Project Coordination, Project Management, Leadership, Public Policy, Crisis Management, Crisis Communication, Thought Leadership, Media Relations, Data Analytics, Political Campaigning, Government, Stakeholder Management, Events, Media, Digital PR, Editorials, Cision, Media Pitch, Analytics, Brand Positioning, Client Presentations, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Technology, Budgeting, Statistics, Media Training, Fundraising, Event Planning, Constituent Service, Finance, Research, Strategic Planning, Salesforce, Microsoft Office, Communication Strategy, Video Scripts, Brand Messaging Development, Content Writing, Technical Writing, B2B Marketing, Brand Development, Fintech, Cross-functional Collaboration, Interviewing, Video Production, Audience Engagement Analysis, Employee Engagement, YouTube Marketing, Risk Management
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