Former agency owner turned expat freelance writer, content creator, and strategist. From Fortune 500 companies to one-person startups, I've worked with a wide range of clients to hone their messaging and deliver content that engages and informs their audiences. Hi, I'm Daniel Waldman, a freelance writer with over 20 years of experience in business and digital communications. I love making complex ideas understandable and delivering high-quality content quickly, accurately, and on budget. I've worked with all kinds of brands, helping them shape their message and communicate effectively with their stakeholders. When I'm not working, you can find me painting, hiking, gardening, collecting records, or just enjoying the outdoors. I enjoy collaboration and proactively tackling challenges with an entrepreneurial spirit.

Daniel J. Waldman

Former agency owner turned expat freelance writer, content creator, and strategist. From Fortune 500 companies to one-person startups, I've worked with a wide range of clients to hone their messaging and deliver content that engages and informs their audiences. Hi, I'm Daniel Waldman, a freelance writer with over 20 years of experience in business and digital communications. I love making complex ideas understandable and delivering high-quality content quickly, accurately, and on budget. I've worked with all kinds of brands, helping them shape their message and communicate effectively with their stakeholders. When I'm not working, you can find me painting, hiking, gardening, collecting records, or just enjoying the outdoors. I enjoy collaboration and proactively tackling challenges with an entrepreneurial spirit.

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Former agency owner turned expat freelance writer, content creator, and strategist. From Fortune 500 companies to one-person startups, I’ve worked with a wide range of clients to hone their messaging and deliver content that engages and informs their audiences.

Hi, I’m Daniel Waldman, a freelance writer with over 20 years of experience in business and digital communications. I love making complex ideas understandable and delivering high-quality content quickly, accurately, and on budget. I’ve worked with all kinds of brands, helping them shape their message and communicate effectively with their stakeholders.

When I’m not working, you can find me painting, hiking, gardening, collecting records, or just enjoying the outdoors. I enjoy collaboration and proactively tackling challenges with an entrepreneurial spirit.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced
Portuguese
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Writer at self-employed
August 1, 2016 - Present
Work with clients of all sizes in a wide variety of industries to develop and execute strategic, top-performing content. Create written content and copy for websites, collateral, social media, videos and long form articles. Provide strategic counsel to clients. Collaborate with designers to develop visual content. Deploy Wordpress websites.
Curator at Elixir Writing Retreats
June 1, 2019 - Present
Independently produce writing retreats, including curating location, guest lecturers, catering, and all logistical aspects of the retreat. Develop partnerships with writers and literary agents to develop educational content. Market and grow a global community of writers.
Founder & President at Evolve Communications
August 1, 2016 - July 17, 2025
Offered public relations and digital marketing services for small to mid-sized businesses to help them build and sustain brand awareness and reach. Developed and executed creative public relations and digital marketing plans for clients in a variety of B2B and B2C industries. Services included strategic planning, media relations, crisis management, website and social media content development, online advertising management and copywriting, social networking and training.
Sr. Public Relations Account Executive at Planit
October 1, 2009 - July 17, 2025
Developed and executed strategic public relations programs for a variety of Planit clients. Collaborated with clients to develop public relations goals and build comprehensive, strategic programs to achieve them. Executed public relations programs including collateral development, media relations, and direct audience engagement. Developed key messaging through research and brainstorming. Worked interdepartmentally to develop web content strategies employing SEO and social media tactics. Created long-form marketing copy for client collateral.
Communications Director at The Rosen Group/Rosen Media
November 1, 2007 - July 17, 2025
Created communications department that incorporated marketing, public relations, event planning and web development functions. Developed and executed strategic communications plans for national trade shows and publications, incorporating marketing and public relations strategies. Achieved visibility with key audiences through paid and earned media placements, SEO, search engine marketing and direct mail. Spearheaded development and promotion of online wholesale marketplace. Managed a team of marketing and web design/development specialists. Cultivated vendor relationships. Managed multiple ongoing projects and a $200,000+ budget.
Public Relations Manager at The Rosen Group/Rosen Media
November 1, 2007 - July 17, 2025
Developed and executed strategic public relations plans. Managed media relations and promoted two annual awards competitions. Increased website traffic during promotional periods by 50%. Developed and managed blog and online forums, executed special events, and created an original PR measurement system. Managed a $100,000 budget.
Managing Editor at gnovis
May 1, 2004 - July 17, 2025
Managed team of editors, volunteers, and web designers to produce an online peer-reviewed academic journal. Expanded audience outside Georgetown University, increased monthly website traffic by nearly 50%, and developed multi-media projects.
Peer Review Manager at gnovis
May 1, 2004 - July 17, 2025
Solicited submissions for publication, managed a team of volunteer peer-reviewers, and ensured consistent style and quality of published works.

Education

M.A. at Georgetown University
January 1, 0000 - December 31, 0000
B.A. at Loyola College of Baltimore
January 1, 0000 - December 31, 0000

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Wholesale & Distribution