OxCommunicate
Build your research profile beyond Oxford
I help researchers communicate their work more effectively, grow their online presence, and build an audience they can take with them throughout their careers.
Who I am
James Baldwin
Oxford experience
15+ years working in communications at the University of Oxford across several departments and research initiatives.
Private sector expertise
Extensive experience in marketing, digital strategy, and content creation in small businesses across diverse industries.
Research-focused
I understand the pressures researchers face and how to communicate complex ideas to the right audiences.
How I can help
Whether you need strategic support, practical assets, or just a conversation to get started, I can help you communicate your research with clarity and impact.
1. Strategic support (engagement, impact & KE)
I can help you develop a clear strategy for engagement, impact, and knowledge exchange. I can advise on the best approach, create promotional material, and even help find funding to support the work.
2. Practical communications & content
I can create the assets you need: websites, newsletters, copy for web or LinkedIn profiles, and other communications materials. Flexible, ad hoc support tailored to your needs.
3. Free 30-minute strategy conversation
A free, no-obligation conversation where we can explore your current challenges and I can offer ideas and a starting point for improvement.
While working at the University’s Researcher Hub, I came to feel that researchers are underserved when it comes to engagement and communications support. This is understandable, given the University’s scale. This is also why I started OxCommunicate.
However, this business is still in its initial exploratory phase as I learn what researchers need most and how to deliver it best. For as long as this phase lasts, I will offer my services at a discounted rate.
Testimonials
James was really friendly and easy to talk to and I left our conversation with plenty of food for thought. He flipped my assumptions on their head and offered clear and practical guidance that will be incredibly useful going forward.
Research Fellow, Harris Manchester College
James has a great understanding of the online landscape relevant for academics and lots of relevant actionable suggestions. Our chat helped me identify what aspects of online presence I should to focus on to create the kind impact I am interested in.
Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Experimental Psychology
