Deon Knowles
Deon Knowles

Writer & Communications Strategist

Actively looking · Member since 15 Oct 2026
Location
Nassau, Bahamas
Desired salary
Unspecified
Work preference
Remote Only / Full Time, Contract
Experience level
Senior

About

Professional summary

I am a writer, communications strategist, entrepreneur, pastor, and psychology student with more than 15 years of experience spanning customer service, consultative sales, digital marketing, content development, and community leadership.

I create grant proposals, business proposals, website copy, social media content, teaching materials, curricula, and brand messaging. My work combines persuasive writing with an understanding of audience needs, motivation, and clear communication.

I have designed, managed, and optimized websites for my own ventures, with hands-on experience in Wix, SEO, digital advertising, digital signage, and social media channels. I also support businesses through content management, marketing strategy, and operational consulting.

My ministry and community leadership experience has strengthened my abilities in public speaking, counselling, coaching, mentorship, conflict resolution, and program design. I have led online services, educational sessions, mental health awareness initiatives, and community-focused campaigns.

I am self-directed, remote-ready, and equipped to work across U.S. East Coast business hours. I have a reliable home-work setup and am experienced using Zoom, Google Meet, and Google Workspace to collaborate, teach, and deliver client work.

I am open to remote employee and international contractor opportunities where I can contribute strategic communications, content, digital marketing, web management, project coordination, and people-centered leadership.

Skills

22 capabilities

Tech stack & tools

Working toolkit

Development

Experience

Career history

Founder & Principal Consultant DMK Enterprises

I provide content management, marketing, and business-support consulting to local businesses under the DMK Enterprises brand promise, “We Offer Solutions.” My work includes strategic communications and practical support for business needs.

I deliver digital advertising campaigns with a specialization in digital signage. I am also developing a proposal for a national telecommunications retailer to manage electronic shelf label systems across its retail stores.

Pastor & Board Director The Word Empowerment Center

I lead a teaching ministry that delivers weekly live online services and is building toward an in-person congregation. I create and facilitate online teaching sessions, including registration workflows and Zoom-based delivery.

I led the organization’s rebrand, including its logo, visual identity, Facebook page, and YouTube channel. I also designed a community mental health awareness campaign, authored grant proposals seeking funding, and created stewardship-focused educational programming.

Founder The Safe Space

I founded a student-led club at the University of The Bahamas that provides a judgment-free peer-support community centered on openness, encouragement, empowerment, and spiritual connection.

I manage member recruitment through campus flyers and a QR-code digital sign-up form, while establishing twice-weekly student-led group sessions conducted under supervision.

Pastor, Community Leader & Mentor Ministry & Community Leadership

For more than 20 years, I have preached and taught regularly while providing pastoral counselling, coaching, and mentorship. This work has developed my communication, facilitation, and people-support capabilities.

I have led men’s empowerment events and entrepreneurial mentorship initiatives, while advocating for community programs focused on mental health, spiritual enrichment, and personal wellbeing.

Digital Scanner & Indexer Zcomm Int'l

I scanned, indexed, and quality-checked documents for digital records management. The role required accuracy, attention to detail, and consistent adherence to document-handling processes.

I helped ensure records were properly digitized and organized for reliable retrieval and use.

Life Insurance & Health Care Plan Sales Agent Tristar Insurance

I advised clients on life insurance and health care plans, translating complex policy details into clear and understandable language. I conducted needs assessments to help clients identify suitable coverage options.

I built and maintained a client base through prospecting, relationship management, and consistent follow-up.

Server & Customer Service Representative Sandals Royal Bahamian

I delivered high-touch service to international guests at a luxury all-inclusive resort. I supported a positive guest experience through attentive service, communication, and responsiveness.

This role strengthened my customer service, interpersonal communication, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Education

Learning history

University of The Bahamas

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology (Developmental)

In progress. Relevant coursework includes Abnormal Psychology, Consumer Behavior, History & Systems of Psychology, and Bioethics.

Assemblies of God Bible College

Associate Degree, Bible & Theology

Lignum Institute

Certified International Project Manager (CIPM), Project Management

Professional project management certification.

Synergy Bahamas

Graphic Design Certification, Graphic Design

Training included Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Mac OS.

Bahamas Technical Institute

Computer/Electronics Certification, Computer and Electronics

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