I’m a senior communications and marketing leader with a proven record of developing and delivering integrated strategies that elevate brand profile, strengthen audience engagement, and drive measurable impact. With experience leading communications within a conservation charity, I combine storytelling, scientific credibility and data insight to connect global audiences to urgent environmental issues. I bring a clear, values-led approach to leadership, and am motivated to amplify the voices of those working on the front line of conservation.

Luke Phillips

I’m a senior communications and marketing leader with a proven record of developing and delivering integrated strategies that elevate brand profile, strengthen audience engagement, and drive measurable impact. With experience leading communications within a conservation charity, I combine storytelling, scientific credibility and data insight to connect global audiences to urgent environmental issues. I bring a clear, values-led approach to leadership, and am motivated to amplify the voices of those working on the front line of conservation.

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I’m a senior communications and marketing leader with a proven record of developing and delivering integrated strategies that elevate brand profile, strengthen audience engagement, and drive measurable impact. With experience leading communications within a conservation charity, I combine storytelling, scientific credibility and data insight to connect global audiences to urgent environmental issues.

I bring a clear, values-led approach to leadership, and am motivated to amplify the voices of those working on the front line of conservation.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Marketing & PR Manager at David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation (DSWF)
February 1, 2023 - November 1, 2025
Directed the charity's communications and marketing strategy across digital, print and events; built a new marketing team; served as brand guardian and senior communications lead; introduced agile marketing plans and audience engagement platforms (including a new supporter magazine and refreshed impact reports); executed an organic growth strategy for social media and LinkedIn content; delivered the new DSWF website and in-house supporter publications, saving ~£18,000; led Crisis Communications planning for AI and social media; supported PR with media liaison and ambassador engagement; developed cross-departmental marketing plans and elevated thought leadership across channels.
Freelance Marketing Consultant at Self-employed
October 1, 2020 - February 1, 2023
Wrote and published a novel; provided marketing consultancy and content creation for multiple charities (The Fox Project, Froglife, RSPB) and businesses; developed cross-channel marketing plans and created compelling, audience-targeted content to improve reach and campaign performance.
Head of Marketing/Copywriter & PR Manager at G-Forces Web Management Ltd
June 1, 2016 - October 1, 2020
Defined and directed the company’s tone of voice and PR activity; produced press releases, blog articles and ghostwritten opinion pieces; managed digital content across website, PPC and offline channels; promoted to Head of Marketing in 2018 with oversight of Creative and Media Services; led a complete rebrand for an iconic automotive manufacturer (London Taxi Company/LEVC) and achieved global brand usage; improved social media engagement with significant follower growth and increased impressions and unique visitors.
Freelance Copywriter & Marketing Consultant at Self-employed
January 1, 2014 - May 1, 2016
Created engaging content for clients across multiple industries, including SEO-enriched web copy, social media campaigns, digital marketing, press releases and blogs; ghost wrote respected opinion pieces; delivered campaigns across online and offline channels; notable achievements include gold medals at the Kent Digital Awards for Ecce Media and substantial blog-led engagement.
Marketing Executive at The Readers Offers Agency
November 1, 2011 - October 1, 2013
Scheduled the travel section advertising for The Independent and i-newspapers; created advertorial content; reported financial performance; delivered account management and agency support; contributed to revenue growth and efficiency improvements.
Marketing & Administration Manager at Property in Dulwich
April 1, 2007 - April 1, 2010
Team management role overseeing administration, accounts management, HR and marketing; implemented campaigns and strategies; oversaw staff training and processes to improve retention and customer service.
Marketing and Sales Roles (Various) at Jaguar & Mercedes-Benz dealer networks
April 1, 2000 - May 1, 2005
Held multiple marketing and sales roles including showroom marketing, corporate sales and team management; notable achievements included launching Jaguar’s first standalone corporate showroom and delivering a highly commended OEM marketing plan for S.G. Smith Mercedes-Benz.

Education

BSc (Hons) Zoology at Liverpool John Moores University
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1998

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment