Resume

Tom Zeleznock

Digital Leader & Strategist | Web & Video Expert | Communications Professional

Professional Summary

Digital professional with 15+ years of experience building websites, producing video, and leading digital strategy for mission-driven organizations. Strong foundation in messaging, storytelling, and audience engagement, paired with deep technical execution.

Experience

Senior Communications Officer — Greater Hartford Gives Foundation

February 2014 – Present

Built a digital infrastructure from the ground up across websites, video, communications strategy, and organizational leadership initiatives.

Built and managed 6+ websites across WordPress, React, Next.js, and CMS platforms.
Produced 100+ videos including documentaries, event content, and social storytelling.
Contributed to digital, communications, process redesign, fundraising alignment, and staff development efforts.

Web Editor — Chicago Tribune Properties

2008 – 2014

Managed and updated digital news properties and supported digital-first publishing operations.

Editor — The Kisco Group

2006 – 2008

Contributed to writing, video production, site design, and backend work in a startup environment.

Education & Skills

Marist College — B.A. Communications, Minor in Economics (Class of 2003)

Current Toolkit: Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, Adobe Audition, Adobe Creative Suite, HTML/CSS/JavaScript, React, Next.js, WordPress, Claude Code, ChatGPT, Codex, Gemini.