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Jamie Perez

Owner
Beyond Words Productions
Country or state 
United States (California)
Available to 
Global
City 
Sacramento
Fee 
Languages 
English
Volunteer
No
Timezone 
America/Los_Angeles

Personal Details

Bio

From Breaking News to Breaking Barriers:

Jamie Perez is a former TV news reporter turned award-winning videographer, storyteller, and sought-after speaker who transforms pain into purpose and stories into sparks of change. With years spent reporting on life’s most raw and real moments—tragedies, triumphs, and everything in between—Jamie has developed a unique lens on the human experience.

As the founder of Beyond Words Productions, Jamie now channels her journalistic instincts and emotional intelligence to help nonprofits, businesses, and communities tell stories that create empathy, drive action, and raise millions. But beyond the professional accolades lies a personal journey of navigating abuse, heartbreak, grief, and radical reinvention.

Jamie speaks not only with passion—but with proof that healing is possible, and that storytelling is one of the most powerful tools we have to connect, inspire, and lead. Whether she’s keynoting presentations on the power of video storytelling, empowering entrepreneurs with her personal story, or training organizations on how to show up authentically on camera and in life, Jamie brings depth, warmth, and unshakable truth to every stage she steps on.

If you're looking for a speaker who can bridge strategy with soul, resilience with results, and vulnerability with vision—Jamie Perez will leave your audience not just motivated, but moved.

Current position (1)

Owner

Beyond Words Productions

Degrees (1)
Broadcast Journalism
California State University - Northridge
2014 to 2016

Presentations

Presentations (4)
The Art of Video Storytelling

A presentation that introduces entrepreneurs to the power of storytelling as a business growth tool. Video storytelling is the art of making your audience feel something—and inspiring them to act.

In this dynamic, insight-packed presentation, you'll learn how to turn your brand message into a magnetic story that cuts through the noise. We’ll dive into the psychology of storytelling, the anatomy of high-performing video campaigns, and practical strategies you can use to create content that doesn’t just inform—it transforms.

Whether you’re a small business owner, nonprofit leader, marketer, or creative entrepreneur, this session will show you how to use storytelling to build trust, humanize your brand, and move people toward meaningful action. Through real-world examples of videos created for nonprofits and mission-driven businesses, you’ll see exactly how intentional storytelling can elevate your message and amplify your impact.

Pain Into Purpose: The Resilient Path to Meaningful Work

A powerful keynote on how life’s hardest moments can fuel the most impactful missions—and how to use your personal story as the foundation for a business or brand that truly matters.

Untraditional, Unstoppable: Building a Business When Nothing Goes According to Plan

Jamie shares her real, raw journey from emotional and financial rock bottom to running a successful storytelling company—offering honest lessons on grit, reinvention, and trusting your voice.

The Story That Sells: How to Turn Your Mission Into a Message That Moves People

A must-hear for nonprofits, entrepreneurs, and founders who want to connect on a deeper level with their audience through authentic storytelling that drives action, not just attention.

Past talks (1)
How To Tell A Story That Moves People
How To Tell A Story That Sells
Sacramento, CA
June 13, 2025
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Beyond Words Productions

Books & Articles (4)

Canvas Rebel
Up North News
BRAVA Magazine
BluePrint 365

Expertise (18)

Business
Media & Marketing
PR & Communications
Other
Education
Art of Storytelling brand storytelling Business Storytelling media coaching adaptability and resilience How I turned my pain into my purpose Turn Your Pain Into Purpose international Emotional Intelligence and Empathy tv news Business Video Services Video Production Entrepreneurship Mindset

Clients

Midwest Mujeres
One Million Cups
American Family Insurance
Health Net
Madison Area Business Consultants
Uplevel Coworking
She Stands Tall Milwaukee
California Capital - Women's Business Center
Startup Grind
Association of Fundraising Professionals

Awards & certifications (4)

Outstanding Women Leaders: Achievement Against All Odds Award
NAWBO
2025
In Business Executive Choice Bronze Business Award
In Business Madison
2024
Do Good Wisconsin Business Impact Award
Do Good Wisconsin
2023
BBB Spark Award
Better Business Bureau
2023

Reviews

Testimonials (1)
  • Links to Jamie's video testimonials:
    Client Testimonial (Afro Discoveries)
    Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce Testimonial
    Client Testimonial (Patient Care Partners - Debby)
    Client testimonial (Alkeme Brand)
    Jamie
    Verified
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Why choose me? 

I help people lead, heal, & inspire change through the power of storytelling and the empathy effect.

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