Haydee Clotter
Corporate Communications Strategist | Executive Messaging | External Affairs & Brand Alignment
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About
Strategic communications professional with more than 10 years of experience spanning journalism and corporate communications, specializing in executive messaging, corporate communications, media relations and content development. Proven ability to translate complex business priorities into clear, compelling communications that support organizational objectives and strengthen stakeholder engagement. Experienced in collaborating with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to develop messaging frameworks, manage communications initiatives, and deliver high-impact projects in fast-paced, global environments.
Skilled in project management, coordinating multiple priorities, managing timelines, and executing internal and external communications programs, including corporate storytelling, press releases, digital content, website updates and reputation management.
Experience
Senior Communications Representative at Apache Corporation (2025-06 – Present)
- Develop executive communications for the CEO, EVP of Exploration, and senior leadership team, including talking points, key messages, and stakeholder messaging.
- Craft CEO messaging for the annual Sustainability Report and develop supporting external communications, including press releases and social media content, to amplify key sustainability initiatives.
- Advise executive and senior leadership on external opportunities, including speaking engagements, industry conferences, and media platforms such as the Rystad Energy podcast and the Super DUG conference.
- Lead enterprise communications initiatives by developing messaging frameworks, stakeholder engagement plans, and media response materials.
- Draft, edit, and publish corporate news releases, including earnings and financial results, coordinating cross-functional reviews and approvals to ensure timely and accurate distribution.
- Manage corporate and EVP of Exploration social media accounts, including content development, editorial calendars, and publishing to enhance leadership visibility and advance corporate priorities.
- Serve as communications liaison with industry trade associations, including API and AXPC, coordinating messaging, reviewing materials, and contributing to external engagement efforts.
- Review Environmental and Social Impact Assessments and execute Community Relations Plans as part of international regulatory permitting processes for operational expansion efforts.
- Oversee corporate website content and publishing, including news releases, feature stories, regulatory disclosures, board of directors updates, and corporate announcements to strengthen transparency and stakeholder engagement.
Senior Communications Specialist at Diamond Offshore (2024-04 – 2024-11)
My role was eliminated due to restructuring following Noble Corporation's acquisition.
- Increased LinkedIn engagement and audience reach by 5% through targeted content creation.
- Led editorial development of the company's annual Sustainability Report, highlighting key achievements and environmental, social and governance commitments.
- Managed intranet communications, publishing weekly updates and company news.
- Conducted subject matter expert interviews to develop Integration Newsletter content supporting organizational transition.
- Supported quarterly town halls for the company president, including data preparation, setup and live camera operation.
- Coordinated communications using Send Word Now to distribute real-time alerts during emergencies.
- Facilitated the launch and redesign of the company website, enhancing user experience and functionality.
- Edited content following AP Style guidelines for quality and coherence.
Communications Specialist at Cemex (2021-03 – 2024-04)
- Spearheaded the redesign and launch of a monthly internal communications newsletter for nearly 3,000 U.S. employees, introducing the "Outside the Boardroom" feature highlighting executive engagement, driving a 15% increase in employee engagement.
- Coordinated cross-functional projects, partnering with stakeholders to create webcasts, presentations, marketing materials and global recruiting campaigns.
- Developed internal and external communication strategies aligned with organizational goals, leveraging metrics, surveys and employee feedback to optimize content performance across channels.
- Moderated a company-wide webcast series trilogy to launch a new product, enhance internal stakeholder awareness, and drive product recognition.
- Partnered with executives to enhance presentations in English and Spanish.
- Managed editorial content calendar to drive timely and consistent delivery of communications.
- Helped launch the intranet hub, improving internal access to company news.
- Defined KPIs and used analytics to assess email campaign performance.
- Executed organic and paid social media campaigns.
Multimedia Journalist at Fox Illinois (2018-12 – 2020-09)
- Produced exclusive news content, contributing to the audience growth of approximately 90,000 viewers.
- Delivered daily news coverage across Champaign and Springfield markets, consistently meeting tight deadlines.
- Pitched compelling story ideas, conducted research and interviews, and edited videos to produce high-quality visual narratives.
- Collaborated with the digital team to strengthen online and social media engagement.
Education
Master of Science in journalism – Northwestern University (2016-06)
Bachelor of Arts in communication (journalism) – University of Houston (2014-12)

