Hi, I’m Olivia Wynkoop.

A creative storyteller & communications specialist in the San Francisco Bay Area, Calif.

Rooted in journalistic practice, I use words, photos, and visual design to bring community stories to life.

Let’s collaborate. I’m available for freelance communications work, including content strategy & creation, copywriting, and photography.

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Selected Experience

  • Leads branding and communication strategy for a K-8 school. Pairs writing, visual design, and photography to advance the school’s mission and strengthen community.

  • Translates experiences of multimedia travel influencers into engaging, SEO-friendly travel blog content. Under my own byline, I write stories about my own international travels, accompanied by photo.

  • Led digital campaigns, storytelling, and social media to advance biodiversity awareness and policy.

  • Oversaw operations of a Bay Area wire service and sent out accurate, timely and well-sourced reports to print, TV and digital media outlets across the Bay Area’s 12 counties.

    Wrote depth, Bay Area-focused climate pieces centered around drought, wildfires, city infrastructure planning and state legislation, with a specific focus on underserved communities.

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  • Content Production & Strategy

    I shape stories that resonate across platforms with clarity and creativity. Whether it’s developing branded collateral, sharing institutional impact, planning newsletters, or sharing joy on social media, my first priority is to help communities feel connected and informed.

    I can support you with:

    • Newsletter production and campaign planning

    • Social media content calendars, creation, and copywriting

    • Event branding and promotional collateral

    • Blog writing and ghostwriting tailored to your audience

    • Messaging and storytelling that align with organizational goals

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  • Photography

    By day, I capture the heartbeat of school life as an in-house photographer. I specialize in catching candid moments of joy, connection, and community, and I bring that same instinct to freelance projects.

    I am available for both editorial and creative photography work, including:

    • Event photography

    • Corporate and brand shoots

    • Portait sessions

    • Photojournalism assignments

    • Social media content creation

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  • Writing

    As a journalist, I spent three years reporting on climate issues across local, national, and international stages. My storytelling roots, combined with my current work in communications, make me a versatile writer. As a communications specialist and freelance copywriter, I refined my skills in crafting a diverse range of written content, from in-depth features to engaging copy for newsletters, social media posts, and blog articles.

    Skills I bring to the table:

    • Solutions-oriented reporting style

    • Compelling interviews with unique sources

    • Experience producing both long-form features and quick-turn content

    • Proven track record of adhering to deadlines

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