Doug Moats

Lead communications and messaging strategy for mission-driven organizations, designing integrated campaigns that elevate visibility, drive engagement, and foster trust with key audiences.

Directed communications and brand messaging for a premium RV brand with national reach, developing narratives and media-facing content that elevated brand identity and expanded audience reach through partnerships.

Built and led all communications functions including corporate messaging, internal communications, and media relations; spearheaded crisis response and launched digital campaigns that expanded organizational reach and improved public perception.

Owned media strategy and storytelling for one of the nation's largest RV manufacturers; developed executive talking points, secured earned media placements, and improved internal communications to support cultural alignment across 3,000+ employees.

Served as primary spokesperson for statewide infrastructure initiatives, managing crisis response and public briefings while executing proactive media strategies that increased public awareness of key initiatives.

Held on-air and newsroom leadership roles at network affiliates, delivering high-stakes messaging during severe weather, emergencies, and breaking news to build audience trust and loyalty.

Delivered mission-critical briefings and weather reports in high-pressure environments, supporting operational readiness and timely decision-making.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication and Marketing from the University of Southern Indiana.

Completed a Certificate in Geosciences (Broadcast Meteorology) from Mississippi State University.