Communications & Public Engagement
Clear Messaging to Engage Your Audience
Widseth provides communications and public engagement services to support planning, design, implementation, and public decision-making on your project. We’ll help you communicate complex information clearly and build stakeholder understanding. Our team, which includes architects and engineers, will work with you to deliver clear communications tailored to your audience.
Public Engagement
Clear, consistent communication helps stakeholders understand project needs, proposed solutions, and community impacts. Widseth develops coordinated messaging and materials tailored to each project, using the most effective tools to share information and support informed decision-making.
- Website design
- Messaging development
- Communication plans and
schedules - Presentations, fact sheets, and
project updates - Graphics, infographics, and
display materials
- Concept visuals and
renderings - Video production and
storytelling - Social media support
- Referendum and community
education materials - Photography
Project Communications
Engaging stakeholders early and consistently is critical to successful project delivery. Widseth works with clients to develop practical outreach strategies that encourage participation, gather input, and keep communities informed throughout planning, design, and construction.
- Engagement strategy and
planning
- Public meetings, workshops,
and facilitation
- Stakeholder outreach
- Surveys and interactive
engagement tools
- Documentation, summaries,
and reporting
VIDEO: Explore Crosslake, MN!
Widseth produced this promotional video for the City of Crosslake to capture the spirit of the community and inspire visitors, future residents, and businesses alike.
Public Vote and Funding Support
Widseth supports K–12 school districts, commercial clients, and communities with communications for public votes, referendums, and project funding. Our team develops practical, informational communications to help your audience understand project needs, proposed solutions, and community impacts.
Strategies may include tailored marketing plans, informational websites, video production, social media outreach, graphics, presentations, printed materials, and other targeted outreach tools.
Portfolio Examples
The National Loon Center
Widseth partnered with the National Loon Center to bring its vision to life through clear, compelling communication. Our team developed a suite of materials—including brochures, one-pagers, and foam core poster boards—to help tell the story of the project.
We also produced a promotional video that articulated the need and proposed concept, playing a key role in securing a $4 million grant from the State of Minnesota. Along the shores of Cross Lake, we designed and installed six engaging outdoor exhibits, each highlighting a unique aspect of loon life. To enhance the experience, each exhibit is paired with a custom video, deepening visitor understanding and connection.
Outdoor Exhibit Design
Concept Renderings
Marketing Collateral
Willmar Event Center
Concept Animation for Funding Support
Widseth created concept renderings and animation to help the City of Willmar communicate the vision for the proposed Events and Recreation Center and field improvements. These visuals helped the community better understand the project scope, benefits, and long-term impact, supporting public engagement and the funding process.
The Finished Result
In addition to communications support, Widseth provided architectural and engineering design services for Willmar Event Center.
Connect With Us
Whether you need support with public engagement, funding communications, digital marketing, or storytelling, Widseth’s in-house marketing and communications team is here to help bring your vision to life. Contact Brady to learn more.
Brady Bussler, Associate – Digital Marketing Manager, Remote Pilot
Brady.Bussler@Widseth.com | 218-316-3650