Communications Consultant
SARAH FILBEY
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CREATIVE SERVICES
Bringing a creative and collaborative approach to help your organisation tell your story.
As a Communications Consultant I offer a range of ways to support you, drawing from nearly 20 years of experience in roles spanning creative and people management, content production, media and PR in the charity sector. I am professionally trained in writing, video production and editing, filmmaking, public relations, as a media spokesperson and more.
I am a leader and manager of creative teams, with experience in change management.
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Looking for someone to project manage a brand refresh or produce a significant piece of content?
Want someone to step into a creative leadership role for a few months to keep the team motivated and on track?
Or are you a smaller charity looking for help to improve the professional standard of your content or devise a content strategy or plan?
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Explore the services below and my portfolio of work examples further down this page. Visit LinkedIn for my full CV.
VIDEO, AUDIO AND ANIMATION
From ideation and writing creative briefs and scripts to developing storyboards, self-shooting and editing, I can produce a film from start to finish or work with freelance creatives and creative agencies for bigger budget projects that require more specialist skills in camerawork, design and sound.
I’ve produced podcasts and launched a podcast channel for global organisations, training up citizen reporters along the way.
If an animation will work best, I can produce short animations and illustrated graphics, working with a freelance designer/animator and illustrators or creative agencies.
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Scroll down to see my portfolio with examples of my work.
ABOUT ME
I'm a Communications and Content Specialist who’s been working for international development, humanitarian and refugee agencies for almost 20 years, covering a broad spectrum of social justice issues.
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In August 2021 I took the leap and went freelance, on a mission to broaden my experience leading and advising small creative teams, collaborate on creative projects and explore new worlds. It's been a privilege and the fulfilment of a strong calling to work on global development issues. As a freelancer, I'm keen to apply my skills to support other causes I care about too, including the arts and culture, environmental conservation and animal welfare, child protection and youth development.
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I’ve been very fortunate to travel the world for my career, often in excellent creative company, leading crews of videographers, photographers, development practitioners, translators and journalists to seek out and cover a story.
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I thrive when working with people in the community, interviewing and celebrating community-minded professionals making a difference in the world, whether here in the UK or overseas. I've worked with teachers, surgeons and nurses, social justice activists, Paralympic teams, government ministers and more.
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Empathy is a personal strength and I'm experienced in handling sensitive stories and information. Among those I've worked with are survivors of the atrocities of war in the DRC, refugees and asylum seekers in the UK and families of children with complex disabilities in Uganda. I share personal stories with sensitivity, purpose and respect.
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Known for my creativity and collaborative approach, I find helping others develop new skills and discover talents hugely fulfilling. Equally as rewarding, I love working within a team and experiencing the magic that happens when many people’s talents combine to create something wonderful.
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First and foremost I'd call myself a creative content producer and strategist with a flair and passion for video. But there are many ways to tell a story, and I can help you do it in the right way to reach and influence the right people.
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As a consultant I will always deliver my best for you.
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Peak happy for me is doing something creative, hanging out with my husband and Bonnie the dog, on my yoga mat, or climbing a mountain in search of gorillas, a snowy peak or distant glowing red volcano top.
"Sarah is a strong strategic content producer. She is incredibly creative, but also thorough and detailed in the way she works.
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Her video work is exemplary, having won various awards along the way. She can turn her hand to most content and create great work that resonates with her intended audiences.
She also has a skill that not everyone has: her ability to get on with pretty much everyone. She is hugely collaborative in the way that she works, bringing people along on the content ride. Working with her has been a highlight for me.
Because of her skill and collaborative nature, her projects always hit the mark – with others in the organisation but more importantly with the audiences she creates for.
She’s a great person to have in your team and will add so much creativity and strategic thought to any content or communications role."
Lesley Smeardon, Sightsavers
Find more professional recommendations on my LinkedIn page.
GET IN TOUCH
Interested in learning more about my work or how I can support your upcoming project? Call or e-mail and let's explore working together.
