Event Communications for Ocean Science
Communication support for conferences, workshops, launches, training sessions, and other events across ocean science, research, innovation, and sustainability.
Why event communication matters
A successful event depends on more than what happens in the room.
Clear communication helps the right people discover the event, understand what to expect, take part, and remain engaged before, during, and afterwards. It also helps speakers, partners, sponsors, and participants share the event more widely.
With the right planning, the discussions, ideas, and outputs generated by an event can continue reaching people long after it ends.
Who this is for
Marine science conference and workshop organisers
Research projects hosting stakeholder events, symposia, launches, or training sessions
Scientific organisations and nonprofits running public or professional events
International programmes coordinating events across multiple partners or countries
Teams without dedicated event communication capacity
Organisers seeking support with one stage of an event or the complete communication cycle
How I can support your event
I can help with communications before, during and after your event, whether you need support with a particular activity or someone to manage the full communications programme.
For larger events, I can also bring in additional specialists, such as photographers, videographers or designers, where needed.
Before the event: build awareness and anticipation
Communication planning and key messages
Save-the-date notices and event announcements
Event websites and landing pages
Registration communications and participant information
Speaker, session, and activity promotion
Social media and newsletter content
Visual identity and event templates
Media outreach and press materials
During the event: keep participants informed and engaged
Live social media and event highlights
Daily summaries and wrap-ups
Interviews with speakers, participants, and partners
Media liaison and support
Participant updates and practical information
Sponsor and partner visibility
Photography or video coordination, where required
After the event: extend its reach and value
Thank-you and follow-up communications
Highlights, takeaways, and session summaries
Attendee newsletters and resource emails
Articles, interviews, and social media content
Event reports and publications
Communication of recordings, resources, or project outputs
Evaluation or feedback communications
Explore further
The Communication Brief
Ideas, research, and practical guidance for communicating ocean science, research, and innovation.
You might also need
Many clients combine event communications with other support. Depending on your needs, you might also be interested in:
Communication or content strategy: when you need a plan to make your content purposeful and consistent
Written and visual content: when you need ongoing content alongside standalone summaries or briefings
Websites and digital presence: when you need somewhere clear and effective to publish and showcase your content
FAQs
How far in advance should we get in touch about event communications support?
As early as possible, ideally several months before your event. The earlier I'm involved, the more we can plan and prepare. That said, I may also be able to help at shorter notice, so it's worth getting in touch.
Can you handle communications for a virtual or hybrid event?
Yes. I can support in-person, online and hybrid events, adapting the approach to suit the format and what you need.
Do you attend events in person or work remotely?
Both, depending on the event. Some benefit from on-site communications support, while others can be handled remotely. We can discuss what makes most sense for yours.
Can you support just one phase – before, during, or after – rather than all three?
Yes. I can help with a particular stage or activity, as well as communications across the whole event.
How do you handle last-minute changes during live events?
Events rarely go exactly to plan. I prepare as much as possible in advance, but can adapt communications quickly when schedules, speakers or other arrangements change.
