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“No matter what your age or your life path, whether making art is your career, hobby or your dream, it is not too late or too egotistical or too selfish or too silly to work on your creativity”
— The Artist’s Way
Hi there - I’m Katelynn!
A versatile writer and creative professional specializing in marketing, public relations, and communications. My journey in this dynamic field began with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications from the University of Central Florida. Over the years, I have cultivated a diverse skill set that encompasses various aspects of communication, allowing me to engage effectively with audiences across multiple platforms.
I spent nearly a decade at the Walt Disney Company, where I held several communications roles that honed my writing and creative skills. During my time there, I had the incredible opportunity to write for a variety of publications, including the Disney Parks Blog. This role allowed me to develop creative content for some of the most iconic brands in the industry, such as Adventures by Disney, Disney Cruise Line, Club 33, Golden Oak, and National Geographic. Each of these experiences enriched my understanding of storytelling and the importance of tailoring messages to resonate with specific target audiences.
In my capacity as a writer, I focused not only on crafting engaging articles but also on creating multimedia content that enhanced the storytelling experience. Working with diverse teams, I learned how to incorporate visuals, videos, and interactive elements into my writing to create a more immersive experience for our audience. This multidimensional approach to communication has been instrumental in my success in marketing and public relations.
Beyond my writing, I am also passionate about photography, which I have pursued professionally for over 10 years. My photography background complements my writing by allowing me to capture stunning visuals that tell a story in their own right. Whether it’s photographing events, capturing the essence of a brand, or creating content for social media, my eye for detail and composition has helped elevate the narratives I create. This skill is particularly valuable in today’s digital landscape, where visual content plays a crucial role in audience engagement.
Moreover, I have been fortunate to act as on-camera talent for various film and commercial productions. This experience not only enhances my communication skills but also provides a unique perspective on how to connect with audiences through visual media. Being in front of the camera has taught me the importance of authenticity and relatability, both of which are vital in creating compelling content that resonates with viewers.
I bring strong public relations expertise and social media management skills to my work, enabling me to engage audiences effectively. I understand the nuances of crafting messages that capture attention and drive engagement, whether it’s through thought-provoking blog posts, captivating social media content, or targeted press releases. My ability to analyze audience insights and trends allows me to tailor strategies that maximize outreach and impact.
In addition to my core skills in writing and photography, I am a lifelong learner who stays connected to industry trends. I actively seek opportunities to expand my knowledge and refine my techniques, whether through workshops, online courses, or networking with other professionals in the field. This commitment to continuous improvement ensures that I remain at the forefront of communication strategies and tools that can enhance brand visibility and audience connection.
At my core, my passion lies in creating compelling stories that truly resonate with target markets. I believe that every brand has a unique narrative that deserves to be told, and I am dedicated to bringing those stories to life in innovative and engaging ways. Whether through written content, visuals, or on-camera appearances, my goal is to create an authentic dialogue between brands and their audiences.
Rediscovering
my creative identity through performance
Creativity has always driven me. Fully embraced and free in my childhood. Unfortunately that once unfiltered, free spiritedness became shackled by life. Shackled by fear of the unknown, fear of judgment by others, fear of embarrassment.
As I aged into teen years and young adulthood, I would exhaust all this mental emotional energy on desperately trying to prevent any of those things from happening that, in turn, it clogged up any space for true growth, expansion & personal creative freedom.
I have always been a spiritual person, believing in a higher purpose and power, but never really giving it a label. We are guided to things that we are meant to do and see and experience. People enter our lives and things occur at the exact moment we need to learn or expand into a new iteration of ourselves.
Acting for me, has always been that one thing in my mind that kept presenting itself. An opportunity quietly knocking, asking to be seen, but a door I made every excuse not to open. Because of all those limiting beliefs that tethered me to a lesser version of myself, I kept that door closed, but my ear was always pressed up against it to hear if the Little voice was still there… she always was. It came through in different different ways. Sometimes it was a voice in my own head, sometimes through the voices of others, sometimes in a quote or a song or a book.
Recently, after dealing with challenging personal life circumstances, I was forced to stop and reflect on my life and was required to be present with myself more times than I ever had before. During this time, I felt the little voice behind the door, gained some courage herself, and she got louder. The whisper turned into a shout, and I started to take action on what it was telling me. I kept taking steps despite all the usual fears that would’ve otherwise tethered me. This step towards acting is an answered promise to my younger self, my past self, that I am going to be brave and listen to the voice that was always calling out to me. It’s a promise to myself that I’m going to listen to my intuition and do the hard thing and not choose complacency or fear, it’s an opportunity to step into my creative power in a way I never have before. I am thankful for all the years of fear because without it I wouldn’t be where I am seated right now.
I’m so happy to be able to tell my younger self that I listened to her. I finally opened the door. I hope she’s proud of me too.
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