Jereme Bivins

Hi, I'm Jereme Bivins, a digital strategist who leverages communications and technology for social impact.

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Jereme Bivins has spent the last decade as an organizer, fundraiser, strategist, and campaigner for candidates and causes. Currently as the digital media manager at The Rockefeller Foundation, Jereme leverages technology to help theFoundation teams and grantees better collaborate and communicate their work across sectors.  He is also a co-organizer of New York City’s Nonprofit Technology Club (501 Tech), which hosts monthly educational and networking opportunities for nonprofit professionals in the metro area; a board member of NTEN: The Nonprofit Technology Network; and a frequent speaker and contributor to various conferences, events, and media outlets.  Jereme received his bachelor’s degree in political science and biology from Elmira College, and his master’s of bioethics from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.

Digital Media Manager at The Rockefeller Foundation

October 2013 - Present | New York, NY

Develop and implement strategies for more effective internal and external digital communications, champion organization-wide collaboration and knowledge sharing • Assisted with visioning, design, and implementation of the new, content-driven rockefellerfoundation.org • Lead the implementation of new systems and strategies for digital influence, including the adoption of a smarter, more nimble email campaign system, and influence strategies for key Foundation staff and initiatives • Co-lead the development and launch of "Hatch for Good," the Foundation’s sector-wide storytelling initiative—including partner and curriculum development, and outreach and promotion

Digital Strategy & Emerging Media Manager at The Foundation Center

September 2010 - October 2013 | New York, NY

Responsible for helping the organization communicate more effectively in the digital space through smart communications, strategic partnerships, and new technology. Some key responsibilities include: - Develop and deliver strategic recommendations for branding, online engagement, and special projects/campaigns that align strategy with organizational goals and objectives - Manage the national social media brand, craft and implement strategy, define goals, and work with necessary stakeholders in meeting targets - Monitor and record metrics and key point indicators for social media performance - Participate in campaign concept development, craft campaign plans and strategies, and review and support implementation of all components - Assist in crafting online communications plans, marketing plans, and launch strategies - Cultivate, build, and manage strong external relationships, including strategic partnerships and media relations - Copywriting, including blog posts, ads/promotional campaigns, creatives, tag lines, other messaging - Plan, coordinate, and execute in-person programming related to communications, fundraising, and other nonprofit/philanthropic issues

Manager, Marketing & Communications at Count Me In

February 2010 - September 2010

- Developed organizational messaging, communications strategy, and execution - Analyzed site metrics and key point indicators for all marketing campaigns - Copywriter for email campaigns, talking points, promotions, ads, blogs, and press releases - Policy analyst; researched, summarized relevant policies, participated in legislative conference calls

Red Zone Specialist at Apple Retail

November 2009 - February 2010

- Identified customer challenges and needs, provided appropriate solutions (including set-up and training) - Served as front-line Apple brand ambassador

Finance Intern at Nadler for Congress

September 2009 - February 2010

- Researched, built donor lists (NGP experienced), executed outreach for fundraisers and events - Prepared call time materials, attended political functions, and assisted with other projects as assigned

New Media & Communications Coordinator at Count Me In

September 2009 - January 2010

- Updated CMS, blogs, social networking pages, and assisted in content development/copy writing - Produced and edited rich media content and presentations; tracked press hits - Monitored effectiveness of social media strategy; increased community interaction (over 60% on Facebook, approx. 15% on Twitter), cultivated blogger/netroot relationships

Asst. Director of Social Activities at Villa Roma Resort & Conference Center

August 2008 - September 2009

- Promoted from two-year held position of Youth Director - Planned/executed activities for all clients to participate and managed largest resort department - Overhauled previously outdated safety system by adding new, more organized protocols with an increased emphasis on staff development and training; and received high praise from local DOH

Campaign Manager at Freedman for Overseer

September 2007 - May 2009

- Developed the campaign website, social networking, and outreach strategies to elect Robert Freedman to Harvard’s Board of Overseers - Provided opposition research on establishments and candidates

Field Organizer at Scott Murphy for Congress

March 2009 - March 2009

- Organized volunteers to participate in events for the NY special election - Made daily voter ID calls and canvassed neighborhoods with literature

Research Assistant/Intern at New York State Task Force on Life and the Law

August 2008 - December 2008

- Research legislation, global policies and background on issues such as stem cells, human subjects research and gamete donation/transactions - Support Task Force in any additional duties as necessary

Field Organizer at Kryzan for Congress

October 2008 - November 2008

- Recruited, trained, and organized volunteers to participate in phone banks, literature drops and canvasses - Fostered and maintained campaign relationships with local labor and political organizations - Staffed the candidate at local events, helped organize press events and rallies

Researcher at Vaccine Ethics Working Group, University of Pennsylvania

January 2008 - August 2008

- Provided support research regarding regional/statewide flu vaccination policies - Working group met monthly/bi-monthly to discuss recommendations for pandemic flu preparation

Youth Director at Villa Roma Resort & Conference Center

May 2005 - June 2008

Administrated a staff of up to thirty-five counselors. Established a leadership hierarchy for increased organization and delegation of responsibility. Implemented activities for ages 3 - 80. - Selectively interviewed, hired and instructed a counselor staff of up to thirty-five people - Oversaw efficient implementation of programs and activities by assigned staff - Effectively facilitated employee advancement through training and instruction

Pregraduate Intern for Dr. Jim Twombly at Elmira College

January 2007 - June 2007

Researched tax laws corresponding with majority party in Congress to observe trends in American income.

Resident Assistant at Elmira College

April 2005 - June 2007

Responsible for supervising a dormitory floor with up to twenty-nine male freshman/upper-class residents and promoting a safe and affluent learning environment. - Provide residents with social, academic and emotional counseling - Implement floor programming and activities to promote community environment - Responsible for floor upkeep and instilling social responsibility - Uphold college policies and mitigate floor issues

IT Consultant at Elmira College

2004 - 2007

University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine

2007 – 2008

MBE

Elmira College

2004 – 2007

AB

Concentration: Political Science and Biology

Technology, digital strategy, nonprofits, philanthropy, social media, bioethics, health policy, politics.