Laura Miller

Laura I. Miller

Associate director of editorial/content operations

Metropolitan State University of Denver

https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-i-miller/

 

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Laura Miller is an award-winning writer, editor, and content strategist with over 15 years of experience in high-impact storytelling, SEO, and communications management. Currently serving as the Associate Director of Editorial and Content Operations at Metropolitan State University of Denver, Laura oversees the University's internal and external communications, including editorial strategy for the RED and Early Bird newsrooms, newsletters, and an alumni print magazine. Her leadership ensures a unified brand voice and maximizes audience engagement through compelling, data-driven storytelling.

With a robust career spanning roles in higher education, publishing, and content strategy, Laura has consistently driven organic growth and operational excellence. As Managing Editor for MSU Denver’s RED newsroom, she utilized brand journalism to elevate the University’s reputation, managing a dynamic team of writers and freelancers. At the University of Denver, her strategic content initiatives led to a remarkable 287% increase in newsroom web traffic, showcasing her ability to transform editorial visions into measurable outcomes.

Beyond her university roles, Laura is a passionate advocate for the arts and cultural critique. She contributes as an art reviewer for DARIA Magazine, exploring the intersections of creativity and community, and has written for outlets like Bustle, where she honed her expertise in audience-centric storytelling and digital publishing.

Laura’s educational foundation includes a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from the University of Arizona and a Master’s in Creative Writing (Fiction) from the University of North Texas. Her academic background underscores her dedication to narrative craft, which she seamlessly integrates into her professional work.

Whether managing large-scale editorial projects, crafting SEO-driven content, or fostering inclusive community engagement, Laura’s mission remains clear: to connect audiences through meaningful stories and strategies that inspire action and build lasting impact.