I’m Michael Coker, a public history professional and writer with a track record in museums, publishing, and media. I excel at turning archival research into engaging programs, exhibits, and accessible content for diverse audiences. In addition to my museum and publishing work, I contribute to tabletop roleplaying games and help organizations shape content strategy, outreach, and storytelling across digital and print media. I bring decades of experience curating historical materials, teaching at the college level, and managing multimedia projects. My collaborative approach blends scholarship with public-facing communication to inform, engage, and inspire communities.

Michael Coker

I’m Michael Coker, a public history professional and writer with a track record in museums, publishing, and media. I excel at turning archival research into engaging programs, exhibits, and accessible content for diverse audiences. In addition to my museum and publishing work, I contribute to tabletop roleplaying games and help organizations shape content strategy, outreach, and storytelling across digital and print media. I bring decades of experience curating historical materials, teaching at the college level, and managing multimedia projects. My collaborative approach blends scholarship with public-facing communication to inform, engage, and inspire communities.

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I’m Michael Coker, a public history professional and writer with a track record in museums, publishing, and media. I excel at turning archival research into engaging programs, exhibits, and accessible content for diverse audiences. In addition to my museum and publishing work, I contribute to tabletop roleplaying games and help organizations shape content strategy, outreach, and storytelling across digital and print media.

I bring decades of experience curating historical materials, teaching at the college level, and managing multimedia projects. My collaborative approach blends scholarship with public-facing communication to inform, engage, and inspire communities.

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Work Experience

Adjunct Professor at Mt. Saint Joseph College
January 1, 2025 - Present
Taught US History through 1877 and US History after 1877; delivered lectures and assessments for undergraduate students.
Adjunct Professor at Gateway Community and Technical College
January 1, 2025 - Present
Courses taught: Museum Administration and Archives - Graduate Program; US History through 1877; US History after 1877.
Adjunct Professor at Northern Kentucky University
February 1, 2024 - January 31, 2025
Museum Administration and Archives - Graduate Program; US History through 1877; US History after 1877.
Museum Director at Berkley County Museum
May 1, 2016 - May 31, 2019
Managed museum operations, programming, outreach, and collections; oversaw staff and exhibitions.
Operations Assistant at Old Exchange Building Museum and Old Slave Mart Museum
October 1, 2009 - July 31, 2015
Directed daily operations, visitor services, and program execution; supported administrative functions.
Social Media Manager at Old Exchange Building Museum and Old Slave Mart Museum
January 1, 2018 - Present
Managed social media presence and engagement; developed content strategy and scheduling.
Visual Materials Curator I at South Carolina Historical Society
December 1, 2000 - March 31, 2009
Curated visual history materials; supported exhibitions and cataloging efforts.
Contributing Writer at Modiphius Publishing (Conan Core Book)
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Contributed content for the Conan: Adventures in an Age Undreamed Of core book.
Contributing Writer at Modiphius Publishing (Conan: Ancient Ruins and Cursed Cities)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Contributed material for Ancient Ruins and Cursed Cities expansion.
Contributing Writer at Modiphius Publishing (Conan: Adventures in an Age Undreamed Of: Age of Conan)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Contributed to the Age of Conan supplement.
Contributing Writer at Beyond the Veil (Wet Ink Games) – Aces of the Exosphere
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Contributed writing for Beyond the Veil RPG title Aces of the Exosphere.
Social Media Marketing Consultant at EverScholar.org
January 1, 2025 - Present
Provided social media marketing consulting and content strategy to EverScholar.org.
Real Time News Editor at WCPO 9 ABC News
November 1, 2022 - August 31, 2024
Guest editor for real-time news coverage; coordinated assignment and newsroom workflow.
Assignment Editor at Savas Beatie, LLC Publishing
June 1, 2019 - June 30, 2021
Edited manuscripts and managed editorial workflow; prepared proofs for publication.
Editor at Joggling Board Press
April 1, 2007 - Present
Editorial work for press publications and contributed to content development.

Education

Master of Arts in Public History at Northern Kentucky University
January 11, 2030 - December 20, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in History at Northern Kentucky University
January 11, 2030 - December 20, 2025

Qualifications

CGI Guide - National Association for Interpretation
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Government