Naomi Barnett

About Naomi Barnett

Ever since I was a kid, I\'ve wanted to be a writer. I channeled a love for novels, stories, and essays into an understanding of tone and voice that has lead me onto my current path - navigating between the loftiest descriptions and the tightest of text. Now, I\'m an award-winning writer, editor, and digital brand strategist with 8+ years of written editorial, social, and email marketing experience across tech & consumer publications. I\'m a strategic communicator, storyteller, and team leader with the ability to focus on the smallest details. I\'m quick to grasp new concepts and eager written material across a huge variety of topics. And throughout it all, I\'ve never forgotten that original love of words. I am interested in the power of stories to create change, and the tools we use to communicate those stories – from the nitty gritty of the word choice to the amplification of a large-scale campaign. I am especially interested in technology as an equalizer, how text-based communication changes understanding, and how we speak about the communities we are a part of. I\'m also a passionate spare-time community organizer, triathlete, marathoner, and avid serial comma user. My heart lies with writing and editorial jobs with focuses on strategic/narrative/brand communications, owned channels, internal comms, editing, copywriting, proofreading, or content marketing. I\'m passionate about technology, music, healthcare, literature, and art, and particularly privileged for the opportunity to do values-aligned work in the queer and progressive Jewish worlds.

Experience

1. Communications Manager

   Harold Grinspoon Foundation

   Nov 2024 — Present · Agawam, MA, US

   Using the stories behind the stories to elevate the work of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation and its programs, including PJ Library®, Life & Legacy®, and JCamp 180®. In this position, I create and coordinate external communications with PR vendors and internal stakeholders for a cohesive communications strategy across owned, earned, paid, and social media.

Education

• Binghamton University

  Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Sciences

  2012 — 2016

• Howell High School

  Scholar Athlete Award

  2008 — 2012

Skills

• Graphic Design
• Leadership
• English
• Grant Writing
• Editing
• Social Media
• Powerpoint
• Social Media Marketing
• Drawing
• Google Apps
• Event Planning
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Long Distance Running
• Community Outreach
• Blogging
• Art
• Corporate Blogging
• Writing
• Microsoft Excel
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Social Networking
• Photography
• Public Relations
• Public Speaking