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I am a passionate media-maker, photojournalist, and community engagement coordinator with extensive experience working in communities across the Mississippi Delta and beyond. I specialize in using storytelling and multimedia to preserve historical and cultural heritage while fostering community relationships and engagement. My work combines arts, journalism, and theater to create impactful narratives. I have a strong background in communications, project management, and creative content development, having worked with nonprofit organizations, theaters, and health alliances. I enjoy collaborating with diverse teams and community stakeholders to develop innovative programs and campaigns that resonate and inspire.…I am a passionate media-maker, photojournalist, and community engagement coordinator with extensive experience working in communities across the Mississippi Delta and beyond. I specialize in using storytelling and multimedia to preserve historical and cultural heritage while fostering community relationships and engagement. My work combines arts, journalism, and theater to create impactful narratives. I have a strong background in communications, project management, and creative content development, having worked with nonprofit organizations, theaters, and health alliances. I enjoy collaborating with diverse teams and community stakeholders to develop innovative programs and campaigns that resonate and inspire.

Charles Coleman

Community Manager, Content Creator, Photographer, +2

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I am a passionate media-maker, photojournalist, and community engagement coordinator with extensive experience working in communities across the Mississippi Delta and beyond. I specialize in using storytelling and multimedia to preserve historical and cultural heritage while fostering community relationships and engagement. My work combines arts, journalism, and theater to create impactful narratives. I have a strong background in communications, project management, and creative content development, having worked with nonprofit organizations, theaters, and health alliances. I enjoy collaborating with diverse teams and community stakeholders to develop innovative programs and campaigns that resonate and inspire.…I am a passionate media-maker, photojournalist, and community engagement coordinator with extensive experience working in communities across the Mississippi Delta and beyond. I specialize in using storytelling and multimedia to preserve historical and cultural heritage while fostering community relationships and engagement. My work combines arts, journalism, and theater to create impactful narratives. I have a strong background in communications, project management, and creative content development, having worked with nonprofit organizations, theaters, and health alliances. I enjoy collaborating with diverse teams and community stakeholders to develop innovative programs and campaigns that resonate and inspire.

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I am a passionate media-maker, photojournalist, and community engagement coordinator with extensive experience working in communities across the Mississippi Delta and beyond. I specialize in using storytelling and multimedia to preserve historical and cultural heritage while fostering community relationships and engagement. My work combines arts, journalism, and theater to create impactful narratives.

I have a strong background in communications, project management, and creative content development, having worked with nonprofit organizations, theaters, and health alliances. I enjoy collaborating with diverse teams and community stakeholders to develop innovative programs and campaigns that resonate and inspire.

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English

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Work Experience

Company Member at StoryWork Theater Company

June 1, 2016 - Present

Playwright, Content Creator, Photojournalist, and Community Engagement Coordinator providing communications and community engagement skills across the Mississippi Delta and national communities. Responsibilities include building relationships with community stakeholders, hosting local discussions and events, and helping preserve historical, ethical, and moral rights through theater.

Assistant Director, Resource & Referral Program at Delta Health Alliance, Inc.

June 30, 2024 - July 12, 2025

Assisted in overseeing the development of referral networks and partnerships in early childcare, preschool, healthcare, and social services. Provided daily operational support to staff, managed data collection, oversight of marketing and communication requests, billing, and supervision of staff.

Communications Specialist at Delta Health Alliance, Inc.

September 30, 2023 - July 12, 2025

Led cross-sectional marketing, communications, and public relations efforts including public speaking, graphic design, video, photography, writing, and social media. Collaborated with communications team to plan and implement strategic campaigns and messaging. Built and maintained organizational relationships and supported executive content brainstorming. Provided photography, videography, and promotional item development.

Customer Relationship Specialist at Delta Health Alliance, Inc.

November 30, 2022 - July 12, 2025

Developed relationships within the organization and community while supporting marketing, communications, and public relations activities. Assisted with photography, videography, and graphic design projects related to program missions.

Anchor Artist/Co-Founder at Coahoma Collective

December 31, 2019 - July 12, 2025

Created partnerships with local organizations to improve community engagement. Supported management and operation of two businesses in downtown Clarksdale. Helped to create and finalize operational systems for business and nonprofit.

Artist-in-Residence at Delta Arts Alliance, Inc.

December 31, 2019 - July 12, 2025

Led arts and media education programs for high school students, creating innovative lesson plans integrating arts with multimedia and storytelling.

Podcast Creator/Producer at Quapaw Canoe Company

December 31, 2019 - July 12, 2025

Created and co-hosted the podcast 'May the River Be With You' using the Mississippi River as a guide to explore equality and diversity in affected communities. Partnered with local organizations and co-hosted pilot seasons.

Project Manager and Co-Producer at Center for Investigative Reporting + Reveal and Delta Arts Alliance

December 31, 2018 - July 12, 2025

Designed and managed the Cleveland Yearbook, a community storytelling project involving photography and interviews with over 100 residents. Created and led a journalism and multimedia training program for high school students and coordinated partnership between national investigative reporting organizations and local arts alliance.