Strategic storyteller
for bold missions
Translating big ideas into messages that matter.
I help purpose-driven teams shape stories that move people—from concept to impact.
Diane e. Schmidt
Turning complex insights into clear, strategic narratives.
I’m a communications strategist with over 20 years of experience at the intersection of science, capacity building, and human-centered storytelling. I bring together visionary thinking and trusted advising with a hands-on, collaborative approach to execution.
I specialize in translating complex scientific concepts into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with diverse communities, partners, and stakeholders. Whether leading high-impact rebrands, shaping cross-platform messaging strategies, or coaching subject-matter experts, I help teams articulate bold, mission-aligned perspectives with clarity and purpose.
Rooted in Story
Grounded in Purpose.
Storytelling has always been my throughline.
I began my creative life behind the camera, drawn to the rhythm of images and instinct as a filmmaker. Over time, I expanded into fiction and nonfiction writing, learning to shape stories through voice, structure, and reflection. What moved me most was the space where feeling becomes form—and story gives shape to understanding.
Later, I returned to graduate school to pursue lifelong passions in science, social justice, and public health. That path led me to mission-driven organizations, helping them share not just what they do, but why it matters—through communications rooted in clarity, equity, and care.
Across every project, I bring a co-creative approach. Because the most meaningful stories begin in lived experience. I’m here to witness, to listen deeply, and to help shape what’s already present.
