Glennis Lofland, Mfa
About Glennis Lofland, Mfa
Glennis Lofland, MFA, serves as the Manager of Development Marketing & Communications at Code for America, a position she has held since 2021. Her diverse professional background includes roles in marketing, communications, and editorial work across various organizations.
Work at Code for America
Glennis Lofland has been serving as the Manager of Development Marketing & Communications at Code for America since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing the organization's outreach and communication strategies to support its mission. Working remotely, she has contributed to various initiatives aimed at improving government services through technology and community engagement.
Previous Experience in Marketing and Communications
Prior to her current position, Lofland held several roles in marketing and communications. She worked as the Interim Marketing & Social Media Manager at Tyler Perry Studios for two months in 2016. Additionally, she served as a Development Writer & Editor and later as a Senior Writer & Editor at Boys & Girls Clubs of America from 2019 to 2021. Her experience also includes freelance work as a Content Creator and Copy Editor.
Educational Background
Glennis Lofland holds a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) from Savannah College of Art and Design, which she completed from 2013 to 2016. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from The College of William and Mary, studying from 2008 to 2012. Her early education includes a high school diploma from St. Catherine's School in Richmond, Virginia, where she studied from 1993 to 2008.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Lofland began her career with an editorial internship at Cape Fear Publishing, contributing to Virginia Living Magazine from 2011 to 2012. She also worked as an Editorial Assistant for the magazine's Best of Virginia team in 2013. Her early roles provided foundational experience in writing and editing, which she built upon in subsequent positions.
Study Abroad and International Experience
Lofland has international educational experience, having studied abroad at the University of Adelaide in 2011 for 11 months. She also participated in summer study abroad programs at Florence University of the Arts in 2009. These experiences contributed to her academic and cultural understanding, enhancing her professional capabilities.