Whitney Rhodes
About Whitney Rhodes
Whitney Rhodes serves as the Director of Content at Submittable, a position she has held since 2023. She has a diverse background in content strategy and marketing, with previous roles at Patch.com, Organic Growth Marketing, Gannett, and several other companies, alongside notable achievements in mountaineering.
Current Role at Submittable
Whitney Rhodes serves as the Director of Content at Submittable, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she oversees content strategy and development, focusing on enhancing the company's messaging and outreach. Her experience in content management and marketing supports Submittable's mission to streamline the submission process for organizations.
Previous Experience in Content Management
Prior to her current role, Whitney Rhodes accumulated extensive experience in content management across various organizations. She worked as a Content Strategist at Savvy Apps from 2015 to 2019, where she developed content strategies for mobile applications. Additionally, she served as a Content Marketing Manager at Animalz from 2019 to 2021, where she led content initiatives and team projects.
Early Career and Development
Whitney Rhodes began her career in the media industry as a Talent Development Program Participant at Gannett from 2008 to 2009. She then transitioned to the role of Assistant New Media Editor at Courier-Post for one year. Her tenure at Patch.com as the Fairfax City and Cranford Patch Editor from 2009 to 2013 further solidified her skills in local journalism and content creation.
Educational Background
Whitney Rhodes studied at George Mason University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from 2004 to 2008. This educational foundation provided her with essential skills in effective communication, which she has applied throughout her professional career in content and media.
Climbing Expeditions and Achievements
Whitney Rhodes is an accomplished climber, having completed significant climbs including Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru in 2020, and Denali in 2022. In 2023, she successfully completed an unguided climb of Rainier via Ingraham Direct. She has also participated in climbing expeditions to Ecuador volcanoes in 2021 and plans to climb Kautz on Rainier in 2024.