John Jamros
Currently in Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States, I have extensive experience in internal and external communications, public relations, web content management, grant writing, and development for nonprofits.
- 19+ Years of Experience
- 7 Countries Published In
Professional Skills
Communications
With a B.A. in English and an M.S. in Communications, combined with 19 years of hands-on communications experience, I have extensive theoretical and practical knowledge.
Plain Language
I have developed expertise in Plain Language communications and teach students in nursing school how to utilize plain language and communicate with people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Graphic Design
Throughout my career I have taken on graphic design projects for a variety of purposes--from flyers and brochures, to web pages and t-shirt designs.
Grant Writing
After fully taking over grant management duties at Equip for Equality in 2020, I increased our grant-funded revenue from about $505,000 to $1,818,744 in five years.
Project Management
Having led teams small and large, I have extensive experience managing projects such as ad campaigns, website redesigns, instructional videos, special events, annual reports, product catalogs, and more.
Fundraising
From helping to plan, set up, and run fundraising events, to soliciting individuals, to developing year-end giving campaigns, I have helped grow individual and corporate giving for years.
Staff Management
My supervision style is that of breaking down barriers that prevent employees from excelling. I take a nurturing approach to management in groups and one-on-one supervision.
Web Content Management
As the Online Content Director of COMP Cams, I was responsible for maintaining 5 e-commerce sites. At Anixter Center, I maintained 4 separate websites, handling all updates and upgrades to the sites.
Public Relations
I am fluent in press strategy and routinely pitch stories, draft press releases, interact with reporters, write communications, and place op eds in newspapers.
Resume
Education
M.S., Communications
Studied the science of internal and external communications, as well as quantitative research methods.
Strategic Communications Management Certificate
Attended core communications classes dealing with theory and practical lessons to receive this certificate.
B.A., English
Undergrad work focused on writing--specifically writing creative non-fiction.
Experience
Communications & Development Manager
Manage internal and external communications, oversee our Community Outreach Manager, and responsible for $1.8 million in grant funds.
Assistant Director, Marketing & Communications
Managed online content for websites, oversaw social media strategy on multiple channels, and provided communications and marketing support.
Online Content Director
Managed and maintained five e-commerce platforms with thousands of products. Coordinated content production with photographers, designers, and writers.
Communications Specialist
Developed and wrote for internationally distributed company magazines; designed and implemented online training courses, created electronic newsletters, and provided event support for international groups.
Testimonials
John is a skilled communications and marketing professional. He has the rare combination of being both strategic and tactical, plus the ability to revise plans and strategies as necessary. Having worked with John for more than 4 years, I know he is easy to work with, deadline-driven and detail oriented. John works well as part of a team but can also handle projects solo as the need arises. Because he is good at asking questions and then really hearing the answers, his work is thorough and effective. In addition to being conscientious about his work, John cares about the people he works with, whether coworkers or clients.
Sharon
John's nonprofit hired my company to build them a new website that functioned as a review site for toys designed for children with disabilities. It was a huge project involving hundreds of toys that needed to be filterable by disability type, price, age, and more. John's project management skills helped keep things on track. His help moving things forward and his clear knowledge of how web sites function was invaluable.
Bryan
When I opened my law firm, I hired John to develop a webpage showcasing my legal team's expertise. He listened to all my needs, helped guide me through the process, and built the site from the ground up. He even helped with optimizing the content for SEO. He did a great job. He was fast, responsive, and detail oriented. John even trained me on how to update it myself.
Casey
Things I Do, Think, and Say
Random Design Projects
Below is a small sampling of the many graphic design projects I’ve worked on over the years in print and…
Published Op Ed
In response to derogatory public comments made by a local school official, I ghost-wrote the below op ed piece that…
International Magazine
I worked with Life Plus International for years–first as a staff writer and later as a freelance writer. When I…
Unfunny Stuff Clothing
Beginning in late 2024, I realized I needed a new creative outlet to personally deal with the changing global political…
Wierd Fiction
Speaking Speaking with the Damned An Interview with Count Guido da Montefeltro In 1321, a then relatively unknown poet, Dante…
Hobbies & Interests
How I Spend My Time
Family Time
Our family of five (myself, my wife, and our three children) enjoy spending lots of time together. Whether on a family bike ride, lounging in our backyard, playing games, or exploring new sites, we are often found together.
Travel
I strive to take one international trip every year, though reality sometimes makes that hard to accomplish. Some of my favorites are hiking across an Andean mountain range, staying on a Sicilian olive farm, swimming in the Amazon river, walking through a Vietnamese rice paddy, and helping an Austrian rapper with his English lyrics on a train.
Cooking/Brewing
I view food as more than just a meal. It is a conduit to conversation, a reason to gather, and an experience to be shared. I love trying new recipes for friends and family.
In addition to cooking, I also use my kitchen to brew a variety of beers and ciders to share with friends and family.
Hiking/Camping
Ever since I was a young boy, I have enjoyed and been pulled towards nature. Whether it's group camping trip, a solo hike, an afternoon of kayaking, or day spent in our backyard, basking in the presence of nature is a healing experience.
Raising Chickens
I keep a small flock of chickens in our backyard--each has it's own name and personality. They are trained to come when I call, so they can be as free range as possible without interfering with our neighbors.
Home Automation
My love of technology and gadgets is most prevalent in my constant tinkering, upgrading, and troubleshooting issues with my home automation systems.
Parent Teacher Organization
I am the Communications Chair of our children's school's Parent Teacher Organization. I manage our board's social media and e-mail list, while also designing and sending out flyers for various school-related events. I also design the school yearbook.
Pinball League
I'm proudly ranked as the 10,596th player in the International Flipper Pinball Association. I'm not in my league to win; I play for fun and friendship. I held the high score on the new King Kong game for 7 minutes until an 11-year-old beat it.