Jason Baffrey

About Jason Baffrey

Strategic Communicator | Brand Storyteller | Public Affairs & Media ExpertI\'m a creative and mission-driven communications leader with 30 years of experience helping organizations tell their stories, build trust, and move people to action. From statewide branding campaigns and economic development proposals to national media appearances and live event coverage, I’ve led messaging efforts that align with business objectives and amplify visibility across industries.My expertise spans: Internal and external communications strategy Executive messaging and stakeholder engagement Media relations and crisis communications Multimedia storytelling—video, voiceover, digital, and print Team leadership and cross-functional collaboration Public sector and nonprofit advocacyI’ve served as a spokesperson, producer, writer, and strategist—often all at once—and I thrive in environments where clarity, creativity, and strategic alignment are critical. Whether helping a state agency boost awareness of local innovation, leading content for an automotive media network, or crafting compelling pitches to attract global business, I bring focus, flexibility, and authenticity to every engagement.Currently exploring leadership roles where I can continue to shape brand voice, unify communications across channels, and support organizations making an impact in their communities, industries, or causes.Let’s connect if you’re looking for someone who can lead with both vision and voice.Gallup CliftonStrengths Top 5:Deliberative | Adaptability | Responsibility | Ideation | Intellection

Experience

1. Business Development Manager

   Ceat Professional Development

   Apr 2026 — Present · Stillwater, OK, US

   As part of the Oklahoma State University College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology, Professional Development offers advanced technical career development programs tailored to the evolving needs of industry. With nearly a century of experience, we have a rich history of delivering applied training across sectors including energy, construction, health and safety, environmental compliance, transportation, and fire protection. Today, our team serves as a key resource for organizations seeking hands-on training, workshops, conferences, symposiums, and customized career development courses, all supported by OSU’s renowned land-grant research, teaching, and extension expertise. We partner with federal, state, and industry leaders to design and deliver training that helps professionals advance in their current roles or acquire new skills to transition into emerging careers.

Education

• University of Central Oklahoma

  B.A., Oral Communications - Radio/TV Broadcasting

  1989 — 1993

Skills

• Sports
• Broadcast
• Marketing Communications
• Microsoft Word
• Excel
• Public Speaking
• Word
• Television
• Budgets
• Creative Writing
• Adobe Illustrator
• Social Media Marketing
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Proposal Writing
• Video Editing
• On-Camera
• Television Production
• Advertising
• Video Production
• Emcee
• Adobe Premiere Pro
• Publicity
• Event Planning
• Radio
• Radio Producing
• Adobe Photoshop
• Sponsorship
• Event Management
• Photoshop
• Radio Host
• Podcasting
• Production
• Feature Articles
• Marketing Strategy
• Television on-Camera Host
• Public Relations
• Press Releases
• Media Relations
• Video