Kyle Wagner
Communications & Community Engagement leader and veteran journalist with decades of experience building partnerships, leading community initiatives, and driving engagement through compelling storytelling.
- Role
- Senior Marketing & Communications Manager at First Descents
- Location
- Erie, CO, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kyle Wagner
Based in Colorado. Creative, impact-driven strategist and veteran journalist with a proven record of forging collaborations across nonprofits, government, media, and educational institutions to advance workforce development, health, and brand visibility. Mentor mindset and team leader who excels at delivering high-profile programming and cultivating inclusive networks. SEO and AEO deep-diver with multiple affiliated certifications. Proponent of thoughtful AI use that evaluates and recommends rather than pilfering existing content written by others. Taught domestic and international writing workshops for 15+ years, helping creatives discover their voices, create video and photo assets for their stories, and follow journalism best practices. Continue to freelance travel, outdoors and lifestyle stories for major outlets.
Experience
Senior Marketing & Communications Manager
Aug 2023 — Present · Denver, CO, US
Manage Marketing & Communications team, guiding digital content, email marketing campaigns, media strategies, merchandise, and events for a national nonprofit providing life-changing outdoor adventures for young adults impacted by cancer, MS, and other serious health conditions. Responsible for annual FD Ball, managing logistics, vendor coordination, sponsorship visibility, and donor engagement, raising organizational profile and revenue. Collaborate with internal teams on content creation, video storytelling, and targeted campaigns to increase participation and deepen stakeholder engagement. Develop SEO- and AEO-driven digital strategy (also GA4 certified) to expand national visibility and engagement. Supervisor with a focus on mentorship, growth, and inclusive leadership. Manage departmental budget.
Skills
- Editorial
- Copy Editing
- Storytelling
- Journalism
- Web Content
- Newspaper
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