Hi, I’m Tim Hildred, and I help organisations communicate better, build stronger connections, and create lasting impact.
I’m a Strategic Communications and Community Engagement Professional with over 10 years of experience helping teams and organisations align their messaging, connect with their audiences, and navigate complex challenges. My passion lies in crafting narratives that inspire action—whether it’s a podcast that builds trust, a strategy that aligns teams, or a community initiative that fosters participation.
Through a mix of strategic thinking, audience research, and hands-on execution, I’ve helped organisations make sense of change, align their internal stories, and position themselves effectively in the broader conversation.
What I Do
I specialise in the intersection of communication, strategy, and community building offering a unique blend of storytelling expertise and program management skills. Here’s how I can help:
- Strategic Communication Planning
I develop clear, actionable communication strategies that ensure the right messages reach the right people at the right time. By combining in-depth audience research with organisational insights, I help businesses craft frameworks that enhance understanding, build trust, and drive success. - Strategic Narratives
I create narratives that position organisations relative to broader societal meta-narratives while connecting their internal stories—whether departmental, project-based, or product-focused—with overarching goals. By weaving these layers together, I help organisations amplify their relevance externally and foster cohesion internally. - Leadership Communication & Development
I coach leaders to communicate with clarity and confidence, empowering them to connect with their teams and advocate for their organisation’s strategy. From workshops to one-on-one coaching, I help leaders develop the skills they need to inspire action and build trust. - Community Building & Engagement
I design and execute programs that foster strong, engaged communities—whether it’s an internal culture initiative, an open-source collaboration, or a customer loyalty program. My focus is on creating connections that drive participation and shared success. - Content Creation
I develop content that aligns with an organisation’s strategic goals and resonates with its audience. Whether it’s a podcast, blog post, or video, I focus on crafting content that tells compelling stories, inspires action, and reinforces the organisation’s narrative. - Project & Program Management
I manage complex communication and engagement initiatives by interfacing with diverse stakeholder groups and ensuring smooth execution. From large-scale communication rollouts to cross-functional engagement programs with multiple work streams, I excel at aligning priorities, coordinating resources, and delivering on time. - Change Management Communication
I guide organisations through times of change—whether it’s a major shift, a crisis, or a product launch—by creating clear, engaging communication strategies. My goal is to reduce risk, maintain trust, and ensure smooth transitions.
What That Can Look Like
Over the past decade, I’ve worked at the intersection of communication, strategy, and community building. Some of the highlights of my career include:
- Creating and growing Red Hat’s longest-running internal podcast, an initiative that bridged gaps in communication, provided employees with meaningful insights, and reinforced the company’s values of trust and transparency.
- Founding and scaling an internal conference for emerging speakers, which grew from a small in-office event to a hybrid virtual and in-person experience with thousands of participants.
- Leading a leadership development program designed to help leaders understand and advocate for corporate strategy while fostering connections within their teams.
- Designing a recognition initiative that encouraged employees to acknowledge peers for demonstrating corporate values, strengthening the company’s culture and community.
- Bringing a strategic lens to internal communication by applying content marketing principles to drive engagement and tailoring formats to audience needs.
Through these experiences, I’ve honed my ability to combine big-picture strategy with hands-on execution, always with an emphasis on building trust, fostering collaboration, and driving meaningful outcomes.
Why I Do It
Great communication has the power to transform organisations. When people understand the “why” behind what they’re doing, when they feel connected to a bigger purpose, and when they see how their contributions fit into the larger picture, amazing things happen.
For me, it’s about more than delivering messages—it’s about creating understanding, building trust, and fostering collaboration. I believe in the power of narratives to bridge gaps, align goals, and drive meaningful outcomes.
Let’s Work Together
Whether you’re looking to align your organisation’s communication strategy, develop leadership capacity, or tell a story that truly resonates, I’m here to help. Get in touch to explore how we can work together to create something impactful.
Follow me on Twitter to see what I’m reading about at the intersection of community, technology, strategy, and sustainability. And connect with me on LinkedIn if you’re into communications and community strategy.