Travis Weger Email & Phone Number

Denver, Colorado, United States

The U.S. Forest Service was established in 1905 under the Transfer Act, which transferred the management from the Department of the Interior to the Department of Agriculture. The mission of the Forest Service is to sustain the health, diversity and productivity of the nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations.• Oversee all creative for every national forest and grassland within Wyoming, Colorado, South Dakota, Nebraska and Kansas. • Supervise creative team for all regional web and social media, storytelling, graphics, printing, videography and photography.• Lead regional strategic communication planning, product development, supporting media and public initiatives, internal communication, partner, stakeholder and congressional involvement throughout the Rocky Mountain region.

San Diego, California

Chief Boatswain's Mate commissioned as a Public Affairs Officer -- I am told that I may be the first in U.S. Navy history. Served in several officer in charge and senior enlisted roles to tell the story of the U.S. military's partnerships around the world.• Landed earned-media placements with Agence France-Presse, Associated Press, Arab News, South China Morning Post, Fox News, Yahoo News, Washington Post and Photo of the Week on NY Post. • Crafted messaging with the U.S. State Department in politically sensitive environments. Have worked in conjunction with Italian Red Cross, Thai Special Forces, Australian Defence Force, Filipino Navy, Royal Navy and various other military forces around the world.• Served as the Officer in Charge following a military coup d'etat in Thailand at the Combined Joint Information Bureau during exercise Cobra Gold in an extremely politically sensitive reelection. Directly supervised a team of 10 public affairs professionals, two Thai drivers and Thai civilian interpreter with U.S. active duty and reserve Army, National Guard, Navy and Marines to enhance the strategic mission of Cobra Gold. • Specialized in advanced tactical, cultural and international relations. Professional certifications: humanitarian assistance and disaster relief communications through US-AID, several advanced tactical operations through Academi (Blackwater USA), civil affairs and operations/planning through Maritime Civil Affairs and Security Training.• Naval enlisted codes: 90CS, combat specialist; 90CA, civil affairs; 5348, marine mammal handler.--Public affairs commands--Commander, U.S. 7th FleetU.S. Pacific Fleet Public AffairsNavy Public Affairs Support Element WestNavy Region Hawaii Public Affairs--Expeditionary commands--Coastal Riverine Squadron 10Maritime Civil Affairs and Security TrainingNaval Cargo Handling Battalion 14Explosive Ordinance Disposal, Mobile Unit OneNaval Special Clearance Team One

Denver, Co

Media OneTEN, LLC is a multiple award-winning strategic communications and video production house, focusing on creative and inspirational storytelling. Winner of 2021 Platinum Viddy Awards for video production technical achievement. CLIENT LIST: Brew Dog, Pepsi, Wounded Warrior Homes, Honor Flight, WeldWerks Brewing Co., Red City Radio, Guarantee Exteriors an INC500 company, Ratio Beerworks, IB Pet, Arizona Wilderness Brewing, Gunter Hans European Bistro, Breakthrough Cocktail, Westminster Dental Care, San Diego Pet Food Delivery, Trauma and Anxiety Resolution, Colorado CBT.www.travisweger.com

Remote

U.S. government spokesperson for all instances of SARS-CoV-2 in animals throughout America. Communication lead for $300M project researching zoonotic diseases to prevent or minimize the next global pandemic. Develop all projects alongside One Health partners -- CDC, FDA, WHO, USGS, WOAH -- to establish APHIS as the worldwide expert for the research of COVID-19 in animals. • Official spokesperson for all instances and research of SARS-CoV-2 in animals, performing interviews with more than 90% of the most visited news sites in the United States, including BBC, New York Times, CBS News, USA Today, LA Times, Tampa Bay Times and National Geographic to convey the value of the U.S. government’s efforts to prevent or minimize another pandemic. Most notably, a placement with Saturday Night Live's Weekend Update.• Develop first-ever communication strategy for the American Rescue Plan to convey the message to congress, tribes, key stakeholders, academia and industry, to demonstrate the value of the research completed on SARS-CoV-2 to help further the knowledge on zoonotic diseases and to help prevent future transmission.

Colorado, United States

The first civilian in history to officially represent U.S. Space Command. Lead a team of more than 25 full-time and contract direct reports on all marketing elements, design, video production, web and visual concepts furthering the brand identity of the U.S. government's venture to the newest frontier. Develop and manage creative budget of nearly $1M, formulating short and long-term strategies to effectively communicate internally and externally to key stakeholders.• Project managed website redesign through scope development and analysis, brand standards and concepts creating a modern, ease-of-use site for all public-facing communication -- www.spacecom.mil• Orchestrated and oversaw creation of first-ever U.S. Space Command Magazine, negotiating expectations with clients across more than 15 departments and seven subordinate organizations resulting in a visually stunning, 60-page feature document. Launched as an exclusive feature with CNN to publicly tell the story of the United States’ interests in space and positioning CEO as thought-leader in the industry. • Supervised all external production for CEO and senior executive team, including placements with CNN, On Air with Ryan Seacrest and Meet the Press with Chuck Todd, resulting in increased transparency with key stakeholders and critical key messages conveyed to millions.

Naples, Italy

Sole overseas strategic communicator for the U.S. Navy’s civilian fleet of more than 45 ships throughout Europe and Africa. Directly responsible for the strategic messaging across more than 105 countries and serving as the U.S. representative to foreign heads of state.• Developed messaging alongside NATO and U.S. allies, facilitating strategic messaging with more than 50 foreign diplomats and seven U.S. ambassadors to showcase the value of the United States’ public/private partnerships overseas.• Maximized social media engagements through creative content, with more than 1.3M views, 105K engagements and 270 hours of video watch time — 3,500% increase from the previous year — resulting in greater engagement and transparency with core audiences.• Led creation of more than 35 commercials on American Forces Network TV and radio to a global audience of more than 1M to effectively communicate with mariners onboard ships.

Lakewood, Co

Lead video producer to more than 40M customers throughout the west. Led all video production for internal and external messaging including marketing campaigns and executive communication highlighting short and long-term business goals. • Led end-to-end creative video production on The Source, a site featuring financial data and executive speeches, showcased at the 2019 congressional hearings, resulting in significantly increasing brand visibility and awareness in key congressional committee.• Created documentary series featuring clients across 15 states. Served as the sole U.S. public-power representative, filming the aftermath of the fifth largest wildfire in California history, resulting in increased trust with customers and congressional representatives. • Developed and implemented all-employee meeting live stream for CEO and 12 senior executives to thousands of internal staff across 47 locations. Led production team of 35 communication and IT professionals, resulting in increased transparency and employee retention rates.

Columbia, Missouri Area

Nationwide strategic content lead for every VA hospital in the United States. Led 1,700 clinics and outpatient centers, overseeing all video, photo, design and campaigns for internal and external communications produced by more than 700 communication professionals.• National lead for all marketing, branding, training and representation for more than 700 visual creatives in 1,700 U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs hospitals and clinics nationwide to achieve brand standardization and increase awareness across the U.S.• Created Faces of Recovery campaign showcasing mental health programs, giving keynote talks at mental health conferences throughout the community, spotlighting success stories and increasing public/private partnerships.• Implemented YouTube-style video series using internal staff for patient communication around the hospital, including Get Your Flu Shot, displayed in more than 800 VA hospitals across the U.S., resulting in decreased flu cases, cost-savings for preventative care and increased brand awareness throughout the nation.

San Diego, Ca

Executive producer for all television and internet commercials. Served as lead for all contracted video shoots and in-house content on all advertising spots for full-service advertising agency. Supervised end-to-end production for clients such as California Horse Racing Board, San Diego Gas & Electric and International Motorcycle Shows.• Oversaw production of $600K Making Cents of Energy video shoot, a set of six commercials in seven languages for use on broadcast television, to increase awareness on savings and building trust for client with customer base.• Created all video content showcasing the unique atmosphere of the agency as a benefit corporation, or b-corp, for use on social media channels, resulting in significantly raising profile and positive awareness of brand in the community.

San Diego, Ca

As the Founder and President of the Student Veterans Organization at USD, our team established a must-needed asset for returning Veterans. With the support of the USD Executive Board and local businesses, we hired full-time staff and established a student veterans office. This resulted in veteran representation on campus and gave a needed group for transitioning members. The SVO provided support for GI Bill, transition integration, tutoring, counseling and representation. • As founding President, our executive team of 10 members grew membership by 3,500% in four semesters. This resulted in the SVO to become the fastest growing and most successful organization on campus within one year. • Led community events and liaised with local businesses. Organized more than 25 professional, fundraising and community service events. Organized and co-sponsored “Reflections from the Front Lines” event with panel of four speakers and three San Diego County veteran organizations, raising awareness for military members and veterans, with more than 200 community and local leaders in attendance at University of San Diego.• Interviewed with news media on veteran issues and Student Veteran Organization events around San Diego.• Received $100,000 donation from Wal-Mart after requesting grant for veteran’s issues on campus and in local community. The executive team directly oversaw the donation, delegating and organizing expenditures.• Club of the Year Award 2010, Most Improved Club 2009.

Long Beach, Ca

Redtail Media is an Emmy Award-winning production company in Southern California. We produce TV shows, documentaries, and web content with a strong emphasis on story and a signature visual style. • Brew Dogs on Esquire Network. Shoot commercials, short films, professional events, and various events. Featured in print and online publications.• Emmy Award, Los Angeles best documentary, "Bloody Thursday."

San Diego, Ca

Represented more than 5,000 students in the undergraduate student body. Responsible for public image, community relations, issues management, media escorts and public relations. • Develop budget requests, maintain amounts and coordinate with events, with overall budget of $1.6 million. • Keynote, organize, and coordinate over 20 events with various high profile individuals. • Devise and implement 15 fundraising opportunities. • Write releases for media to inform community and campus of events and happenings. • Coordinate with local businesses and media to uphold image of university and students.

Sasebo, Japan

Certified U.S. Navy Marine Mammal Handler, training dolphins and sea lions for mine countermeasure, specialized in deep water mine detection. The program uses bottlenose dolphins and California sea lions, and trains animals to perform tasks such as ship and harbor protection, mine detection and clearance, and equipment recovery. • Served as media escort for CNN and Fox News during high-profile exercises. Escorted CNN during Iwo Jima 60th commemoration to Mt. Suribachi, resulting in increased relations between the Untied States and Japan.• Worked hand-in-hand with foreign military during operations, served as official escort for several international government officials, including heads-of-state and military, to increase transparency and relations between countries.

Anaheim, Ca

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Marketing And Communication Studies

Activities and Societies: Alpha Kappa Psi: Professional Business Fraternity, Associated Students, USDtv, Student Veteran Organization.

Public Affairs Qualification Course