James Michael Nichols
A queer creative and strategic thinker who leads with clarity and intention.
Writer, traveler, dog step-dad, wellness queen.
I’m a big-picture leader who brings teams together, shapes clear narratives, and helps organizations show up with purpose and impact.
Work Samples
'It Starts With A Pledge' - Brand Video
'From A Pledge To A Movement' - Giving Season Campaign
Catalytic Impact Fund - Rebrand & Narrative Development
Celebrate Brooklyn! - Rebrand & Narrative Development
BRIC Website Redesign - 3x Webby-Nominated
BRIC Hip-Hop: 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop Campaign
NC Is Ready - Advocacy Campaign
Earned Media
Writing
ABOUT JMNI’m a creative strategist and communications & marketing leader who builds clear, compelling narratives that move brands forward. I lead high-performing teams, shape unified marketing and comms strategies, and help organizations show up with purpose, cohesion, and measurable impact.
My career began as an award-winning journalist at The Huffington Post, where I built the editorial foundation that still defines my approach to storytelling. That storytelling lens informs how I develop brand voice, content ecosystems, and communication frameworks that resonate across platforms and audiences.
Today, I bring a 360° skill set across brand strategy, integrated marketing, crisis communications, social innovation, and executive storytelling. I lead with curiosity, clarity, and heart, guiding teams toward work that is creative, intentional, and brand-aligned.