Drew Miller

Digital Marketing & Lifecycle Specialist

Nashville Metropolitan Area

About

I believe the best marketing doesn't feel like marketing at all—it feels like a conversation with someone who genuinely cares. For the past nine years, I've helped organizations connect with their communities in ways that feel personal, even at scale. Whether I'm crafting an email to 40,000 people or developing a multi-channel campaign, my goal is always the same: make people feel seen, valued, and excited to engage. At Belmont University, I've built lifecycle programs that welcome alumni into different seasons of connection, boosted email open rates from 38% to over 50%, and collaborated on campaigns that grew annual giving by 500%. Before that, I grew a nonprofit arts community from the ground up—tripling audiences, launching a 13-show podcast network, and maintaining engagement rates double the industry average. I come from a background in creative writing and the arts, which taught me that good storytelling is about being honest, not clever. That perspective shapes how I approach marketing: lead with empathy, back it up with data, and never lose sight of the real people on the other side of the screen. If you're building something meaningful and need someone who can grow your community with authenticity and strategic thinking, let's connect.

Experience

  • Engagement Communications Specialist at Belmont University
    Aug 2022 - Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

    Envisioning & implementing hospitable communications strategies to establish and maintain connection with Belmont alumni.

  • Content Developer at The Rabbit Room
    Mar 2018 - Jun 2022 · 4 yrs 4 mos

    At the Rabbit Room, I curated daily online content through the blog, social media, email newsletter, and podcast network.

  • Administrative & Worship Director at St. Mary of Bethany Parish
    May 2019 - Aug 2021 · 2 yrs 4 mos

    At St. Mary's, I managed all online communications, coordinated weekly worship services and other events, and performed various administrative tasks.

  • Writing Intern at The Upper Room
    Jan 2015 - May 2017 · 2 yrs 5 mos

    At the Upper Room, I was an intern in the eLearning program, setting up online courses, managing enrollment, and performing various writing and editing tasks.