Like a photographer sees everything through a camera lens, I see everything through slides
JODY WISSING
Presentation Creatologist
Jody Wissing
Presentation Creatologist
Mission
Simply stated, I’d like to rid the world of death-by-meeting. In an effort to accomplish the mission, I teach concepts to transform boring bullet points into creative content, flat facts into seasoned storytelling, and spiritless slides into engaging experiences.
professional experience
Senior Graphic Designer & Presentation Specialist
Tyler Technologies | 2017 – Present
“Don’t just make presentations, create systems …” This was my task when hired, and I delivered. I set about creating presentations, and to give everyone the same tools, I developed a presentation resource system and asset library for more than 7,000 employees. I wanted to do well, and wanted others to do well too.
I’ve developed custom curriculum, built training decks utilizing slide makeovers to demonstrate the process of creating great slides, and delivered training sessions via webinars and in-person classes.
I work with many C-level executives to develop visual support, from internal communications to keynotes. I am the “go-to” person for all things presentations.
Employment Details
ADVERTISING
Develop campaigns, design media, and manage all advertising.
PRESENTATIONS
Create systems for presentations to include templates, image assets, icons, photos, and training.
Social Media & Public Relations Manager
Atomic Design & Consulting | 2016 – 2017
Though this job was a departure from presentations, I learned new ways to approach opportunities, enhanced my storytelling skills, and improved my big-picture thinking.
Visual Arts & Communications Director
Preston Trail Community Church | 2006 – 2016
In a megachurch, every Sunday is Super Bowl Sunday. With presentation media being at the forefront of messages, music, and events, curating and creating engaging media was my main focus. I have extensive experience in finding new and fresh ways to present content to provide context with a unique perspective.
Employment Details
WARNING: This is a lot of info, but I worked there for a really long time and gained a lot of great experience. Read on!
VISUAL ARTS DIRECTOR
Create all visual media, assisting with video and programming all visual media for services.
Responsible for logo design, message series identity, screen support, marketing materials, print materials, programs, social media presence, and communications.
Designed and created stage sets to coordinate with message series.
Managed building decor and the atrium experience, including designing and installing visual art.
COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
Develop the vision and implementation strategy for church-wide communications and external marketing. Execute plans in conjunction with all church ministries.
Able to see the ‘big picture’ of the overall vision, while also lining out the details and implementing communication and marketing plans.
Developed, designed, and coordinated a comprehensive church-wide communication strategy for internal communication and external marketing. This included developing detailed plans for implementing the strategies.
Developed, implemented, and oversaw brand standards and operating procedures.
Managed the design and creation of church-wide graphics for all print and online media.
Designed and updated the church website structure and content, including managing the website’s content management system.
Collaborated with, and managed outside vendors for website development and updates.
Communicated and collaborated across discipleship, compassion, family, and operations ministries to develop and implement cohesive marketing strategies and tactics.
Developed and managed public relations strategies and tactics including press releases and communicating with local media outlets.
Managed an ongoing social media presence church-wide. Created and maintained a social media strategy for the church and individual ministries to work within the overall strategy.
Stayed up-to-date on the latest trends in social media and marketing, identified what and how to implement the trends to reach our target audience.
Monitored big data and analytics on social media, website, and various online tools. Created strategies for necessary changes and executed in a timely manner.
Managed the church bookstore operations.
I am currently a presentation creatologist with 27+ years of experience in branding, marketing, design, and presentation. Strategic thinking combined with creative design skills gives me a unique ability to communicate complex information with clarity.