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I'm Sadie E. Bleistein, an award-winning photojournalist with 20+ years of experience capturing high-impact visuals across military, government, and community sectors. Based on Kent Island, MD, I turn complex missions into clear, compelling stories on the ground, in the field, and behind the lens. Known for deadline-driven work and a blend of poetic grit with pixel-perfect execution, I collaborate remotely with teams and stakeholders to deliver evocative images and strategic communications.…I'm Sadie E. Bleistein, an award-winning photojournalist with 20+ years of experience capturing high-impact visuals across military, government, and community sectors. Based on Kent Island, MD, I turn complex missions into clear, compelling stories on the ground, in the field, and behind the lens. Known for deadline-driven work and a blend of poetic grit with pixel-perfect execution, I collaborate remotely with teams and stakeholders to deliver evocative images and strategic communications.

Sadie E. Bleistein

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I'm Sadie E. Bleistein, an award-winning photojournalist with 20+ years of experience capturing high-impact visuals across military, government, and community sectors. Based on Kent Island, MD, I turn complex missions into clear, compelling stories on the ground, in the field, and behind the lens. Known for deadline-driven work and a blend of poetic grit with pixel-perfect execution, I collaborate remotely with teams and stakeholders to deliver evocative images and strategic communications.…I'm Sadie E. Bleistein, an award-winning photojournalist with 20+ years of experience capturing high-impact visuals across military, government, and community sectors. Based on Kent Island, MD, I turn complex missions into clear, compelling stories on the ground, in the field, and behind the lens. Known for deadline-driven work and a blend of poetic grit with pixel-perfect execution, I collaborate remotely with teams and stakeholders to deliver evocative images and strategic communications.

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I’m Sadie E. Bleistein, an award-winning photojournalist with 20+ years of experience capturing high-impact visuals across military, government, and community sectors. Based on Kent Island, MD, I turn complex missions into clear, compelling stories on the ground, in the field, and behind the lens.

Known for deadline-driven work and a blend of poetic grit with pixel-perfect execution, I collaborate remotely with teams and stakeholders to deliver evocative images and strategic communications.

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Work Experience

Executive Assistant to the State Conservationist at USDA – NRCS

January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023

Produced outreach content for conservation campaigns; Edited all leadership communications and visual materials; Served as de facto outreach lead; worked remotely 4 days/week.

Communication Manager at Army Futures Command

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Built visual strategy for new Army tech command; Led hiring and structure of 21-person comms team; Directed creative assets for public affairs and congressional outreach; Worked remotely 5 days/week.

Social Media & Comms Manager at U.S. Military Academy – West Point

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018

Captured photography for national events and diversity campaigns; Wrote speeches and public letters for senior leaders; Mentored cadets in ethical media production.

Public Affairs Senior Advisor at I Corps – Joint Base Lewis -McChord

January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017

Integrated public affairs into operational planning; Approved all digital visual content; Trained junior personnel in photography and storytelling.

Army Public Affairs Fellow at FleishmanHillard

January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015

Delivered photography and media support for Fortune 500 clients; Produced analytics and visual insights for campaigns.

Training Analyst & Instructor at Army Public Affairs Center

January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014

Developed accredited curriculum in visual communication; Taught photography, layout, and media ethics 101.

Public Affairs Director at 101st Combat Aviation Brigade

January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011

Led photojournalism and media embed program in combat zone; Produced monthly magazine and digital content; Trained 20+ soldiers in photography and public affairs.

Executive Assistant to the State Conservationist at USDA – NRCS

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023

Produced outreach content for conservation campaigns; Edited all leadership communications and visual materials; Served as de facto outreach lead; worked remotely 4 days/week.

Communication Manager at Army Futures Command

January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021

Built visual strategy for new Army tech command; Led hiring and structure of 21-person comms team; Directed creative assets for public affairs and congressional outreach; Worked remotely 5 days/week.

Social Media & Comms Manager at U.S. Military Academy – West Point

January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018

Captured photography for national events and diversity campaigns; Wrote speeches and public letters for senior leaders; Mentored cadets in ethical media production.

Public Affairs Senior Advisor at I Corps – Joint Base Lewis -McChord

January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017

Integrated public affairs into operational planning; Approved all digital visual content; Trained junior personnel in photography and storytelling.

Army Public Affairs Fellow at FleishmanHillard

January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015

Delivered photography and media support for Fortune 500 clients; Produced analytics and visual insights for campaigns.

Training Analyst & Instructor at Army Public Affairs Center

January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2014

Developed accredited curriculum in visual communication; Taught photography, layout, and media ethics 101.

Public Affairs Director at 101st Combat Aviation Brigade

January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2011

Led photojournalism and media embed program in combat zone; Produced monthly magazine and digital content; Trained 20+ soldiers in photography and public affairs.