Akadia Johnson

Communications Manager Job Duties Communications; Media Relations; Social Media; Website; Blogging; Publications; Photography; Video Production; Administrative and Facilities Support
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Phone

612-746-4982

Hired

May, 2023

Previous Employer(s)

Twin Cities Geek Magazine; University of Minnesota—One Stop, Department of Chemistry, & Theatre Arts & Dance Department (UMTAD); Minneapolis Public Schools

Education

B.A., Communication Studies, University of Minnesota (Media Production Specialization; Technical Writing Minor); Certification in Research Involving Human Subjects (RCR); Certificate, Integrated and Strategic Communication Campaigns, University of Colorado Boulder

Bio

Akadia Johnson is the Communications Manager at the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization (MWMO), where they use strategic storytelling to connect diverse audiences with the organization’s mission. They lead MWMO’s external communications, creating clear, engaging content that brings environmental issues to life and inspires informed action. Akadia has developed communication strategies for government, nonprofit, and editorial organizations including the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis Public Schools, and Twin Cities Geek Magazine. Their work spans technical writing and editing, video production, digital marketing, and strategic content development, focusing on bridging the gap between technical information and public understanding by turning complex ideas into stories that inform, inspire, and drive action. They hold a B.A. in Communications with a specialization in Media Production and a minor in Technical Writing from the University of Minnesota, as well as a Certificate in Integrated and Strategic Communication Campaigns from the University of Colorado Boulder.

Akadia Johnson's Latest Posts

Oversalting on sidewalk in Downtown Minneapolis

MWMO Newsletter — January 2026 — Winter Care Edition ❄️

In This Issue: Winter Salt Week, Sacred Water Shared Future, New Art Exhibit, Green Team Applications, Upcoming Events, and More Read the Newsletter
January 30, 2026

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Downtown Minneapolis Winter Aerial of the Mississippi River at the Washington Bridge with the Minneapolis city skyline in the background.

MWMO Newsletter — December 2025 — Watershed Wrapped Edition 🤝💧

In This Issue: 2025 at a Glance, Sacred Water Shared Future, River of Ideas Podcast Returns, Upcoming Events and More Read the Newsletter
December 30, 2025

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Aerial View of Upper Harbor Terminal in fall 2025

MWMO Newsletter — November 2025 — Salt Smart Edition 🧂

In This Issue: National Stormwater Day, Progress at Upper Harbor Terminal, Smart Salting Season, Upcoming Events, and More Read the Newsletter
November 28, 2025

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