Sarah Jane Dunaway

About Sarah Jane Dunaway

With over 20 years in creative communications, I specialize in building brand narratives…

Experience

1. Associate Director, Development Communications

   U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association & Foundation

   Oct 2023 — Present · Annapolis, MD, US

   As Associate Director of Development Communications, I lead all creative, marketing and messaging initiatives in support of the Naval Academy Foundation’s philanthropic mission. I serve as the central point of contact for all campaign materials, board and donor communications, and cross-channel storytelling—ensuring every message distributed by the Foundation reflects the Academy’s values of leadership, service and excellence.From print publications and digital campaigns to video strategy and web copy for the Foundation, I manage the development and execution of high-impact communications that advance strategic priorities, deepen donor engagement, and uphold the Foundation’s brand integrity. I also collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to bring complex projects to life—on time, on brand and with purpose.

Education

• Pratt Institute

  Graphic Design

  2001 — 2001

• Harvard University

  Master of Liberal Arts - ALM, Journalism

• The University of Alabama

  B.A. in Communication & Information Sciences, Advertising, Graphic Design

  2002 — 2006

Skills

• Creative Direction
• Social Media Marketing
• Google Adwords
• Email Marketing
• Logo Design
• Marketing Communications
• Corporate Identity
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Digital Strategy
• SEO
• Strategy
• E-Commerce
• Brand Management
• Marketing Strategy
• Corporate Branding
• Digital Marketing
• Copywriting
• Web Design
• Online Marketing
• Graphic Design
• Google Analytics
• Online Advertising
• Social Media
• Web Analytics
• New Media
• Blogging
• Creative Development
• Photography
• Brand Development
• Management
• Advertising
• Marketing
• Event Planning