Jackson Free Press
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DescriptionThe Jackson Free Press, referred to often as simply "JFP", is a for profit community magazine available free of charge at various retail establishments in Jackson, Mississippi founded in 2002 and owned by Mississippi native and Donna Ladd, author and technology expert Todd Stauffer. Editor: Donna Ladd Circulation: 15,000 Founded: 2002 People also search for: The Clarion-Ledger, Sun Herald,
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Jackson Free Press Employees
University of Mississippi Medical Center May 2015 - Present
Crisis Text Line August 2014 - Present
To Write Love on Her Arms March 2012 - September 2014
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center August 2013 - February 2014
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention June 2013 - August 2013
Amherst Survival Center February 2013 - May 2013
Jackson Free Press January 2013 - January 2013
Blair E. Batson Hospital for Children June 2010 - July 2012
University of Mississippi Medical Center June 2011 - August 2011
Education
Amherst College 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Cum Laude, Public Health
Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science 2009 — 2011
High School
Woodville Heights Elementary School August 2012 - January 2014
Blackburn Middle School August 2011 - August 2012
Jackson Free Press May 2009 - July 2011
EDFUND January 2007 - July 2008
Copper Mountain College 2000 - 2006
Skills
Student Affairs, Higher Education, Newsletters, Event Planning, Public Speaking
Education
Pepperdine University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Advertising
The Clarion-Ledger August 2015 - Present
Center for Public Integrity April 2015 - Present
Jackson Free Press May 2014 - March 2015
Starkville Free Press December 2013 - April 2014
The Reflector April 2013 - April 2014
LTE Media Group January 2013 - December 2013
The Pioneer June 2013 - August 2013
Pierce College Ft. Steilacoom May 2013 - June 2013
Pierce College Ft. Steilacoom July 2011 - August 2012
Skills
InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, DSLR, Adobe Bridge, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Publisher, PowerPoint, Internet, AP Style, Professional Writing, Page Layout/Design, Copy Editing, Headline Writing, Task Assignment, Ethical Decision Making, Reliability, Honesty, Problem Solving, Tenacious, Highly resourceful, Learning Quickly, Personal Standard of..., Friendly Personality, Time Management, Leadership, Personal Responsibility, Creative Strategy, Interviews, Newspaper Design, News Writing, Photoshop
Education
Mississippi State University 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Pierce College at Fort Steilacoom 2010 — 2012
Associate of Arts (AA)
LaCour Marketing August 2008 - Present
Jackson Free Press January 2014 - June 2014
Elegant Engine April 2013 - June 2014
The Radio People September 2008 - March 2009
WHJT Star 93.5 July 2008 - February 2009
Armed Forces Network (AFN) - Bavaria April 2005 - August 2006
US Army September 2005 - June 2006
The Daily Mississippian August 2004 - March 2005
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Project Management, Presentations, Sales, Communication, Organization, Writing, Problem Solving, Social Networking, Marketing, Event Planning, Social Media, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Facebook, Digital Media, Public Relations
Education
Mississippi College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies, 3.9 GPA
City Year June 2014 - Present
City Year/Americorps July 2013 - May 2014
Jackson Free Press November 2012 - June 2013
Corkscrew Fine Wine and Spirits October 2011 - June 2013
First Class Linen August 2012 - February 2013
Chinese Culture Center July 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Food Writing, Interviewing Skills, Teaching
Education
Millsaps College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature/Letters
Coopwood Communications May 2013 - Present
The Delta Statement August 2012 - April 2013
Dorling Kindersley 2012 - 2012
The Delta Statement 2010 - 2012
Jackson Free Press 2011 - 2011
The Delta Statement 2009 - 2009
Skills
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, HTML, Advertising, Copy Editing, Layout, Photography, Publishing, Editorial, Publications, Mac, Packaging, Typography, Facebook, Logo Design, Blogging, WordPress, Adobe Acrobat, Digital Photography, Web Design, Dreamweaver, CSS, Newsletters, Editing, Social Media, Storytelling, Newspapers, Adobe Fireworks, Magazines, Flash, Brochures, Art, Public Speaking, Journalism, Wedding Photography, Image Editing, OS X, Flyers, QuarkXPress, Graphics, Image Manipulation, Marketing, Branding, Social Networking
Education
Delta State University 2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Graphic Design
Delta State University 2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Photography
Self-employed January 2012 - September 2013
Sky Corral Lodge May 2012 - August 2013
Mail N Copy March 2013 - July 2013
Jackson Free Press May 2011 - August 2011
Garaywa May 2010 - August 2010
Optical 2000 March 2009 - May 2009
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Concept Design, Graphic Design, Photography, Painting, Receptionist Duties, Christian Ministry, Disaster Recovery, Guest Service Management, Experience Working with..., Slide Shows, Email Newsletter Design, InDesign, Graphics, Logo Design, Posters, Layout, Advertising, Art
Education
Delta State University 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Art (BA), Graphic Design
Hinds Community College 2007 — 2009
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Art/Art Studies, General
Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary
The Commercial Appeal June 2015 - August 2015
University of Mississippi August 2011 - May 2015
Jackson Free Press June 2014 - August 2014
BRIDGES June 2013 - August 2013
BRIDGES June 2012 - August 2012
Not Tripping Pictures May 2009 - June 2011
Videotography, Inc. May 2009 - June 2011
Skills
Journalism, Creative Writing, Reporting, Columnist, Video Editing, Radio Host, DJ, Thought Leadership, Social Media, Facebook, Content Strategy, Editing, Leadership, Writing, Microsoft Office, CMS, UGC
Education
University of Mississippi 2011 — 2015
B.A.J., Broadcast Journalism
White Station High School 2007 — 2011
University of Houston August 2014 - Present
Touch of Elegance December 2012 - Present
Mississippi Blood Services March 2014 - July 2014
David's Bridal October 2013 - May 2014
The Yellow Scarf March 2012 - April 2014
Jackson Free Press February 2013 - August 2013
JCPenney September 2012 - December 2012
Cumulus Media August 2012 - December 2012
Pathways: A Woman's Way Home May 2012 - December 2012
JCPenney July 2011 - May 2012
Skills
Typing, Electronic Filing, Word Processing, Cosmetology, Makeup Artistry, Customer Service, Critical Thinking, Intrapersonal Skills, Marketing Communications, Mass Communication, Interviewing Skills, Communication Skills, Editing, Final Cut Pro, Video Production, Videography, PowerPoint, OS X, Mac OS, Microsoft Office, Illustrator, Teamwork, Microsoft Word, HTML, Public Relations, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Problem Solving, Fact-checking, Sourcing, Research, Student Affairs, College Recruiting, Recruiting, Newspapers, Social Networking
Education
University of Houston 2014 — 2016
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Jackson State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Mass Communication/Multimedia Journalism, 3.31
University of Alabama at Birmingham 2012 — 2013
Loyola University New Orleans January 2014 - Present
Project Lazarus June 2013 - Present
Words Without Walls January 2012 - May 2013
Chatham University August 2011 - May 2012
NOLA Green Roots January 2011 - August 2011
Jackson Free Press March 2002 - December 2010
Loyola University New Orleans February 2009 - July 2010
Skills
Writing, Editing, Grant Writing, Creative Writing, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Fundraising, Research, Public Speaking, Copy Editing, Teaching, Event Planning, Blogging, Journalism, Higher Education, Nonprofits, Newsletters, Grants
Education
Tulane University 2014 — 2014
Experiential Education and Leadership Insitute
Chatham University 2011 — 2013
Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.), Fiction and Travel Writing
Loyola University New Orleans 2004 — 2008
B.A., Creative Writing, Mass Communications
Jackson Free Press November 2013 - Present
Jackson Free Press November 2011 - November 2013
Various September 2009 - December 2011
University of Colorado at Boulder August 2010 - April 2011
Illinois Times June 2005 - August 2009
Riverfront Times October 2003 - June 2005
Skills
Public Relations, Environmental Policy, Energy, Healthcare, Journalism, Editing, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Blogging, Newspaper, News Writing, Feature Articles, Headline Writing, Investigative Reporting, AP Style, Newspapers, Freelance Writing, Editorial, Press Releases, Magazines, Storytelling, Politics, Online Journalism, Web Content
Education
University of Colorado Boulder 2010 — 2011
Non-degree, Center for Environmental Journalism
Northwestern University 2004 — 2004
Fellow, Academy for Alternative Journalism
University of Missouri-Columbia 1996 — 2000
B.A., Political Science; English writing
Find It In Fondren March 2012 - Present
Millsaps College January 2013 - Present
Jackson Convention & Visitors Bureau May 2010 - January 2013
Freelance August 2005 - December 2012
St. Dominic Hospital January 2010 - May 2010
Mississippi Magazine June 2009 - July 2009
The Salvation Army August 2007 - May 2009
Jackson Free Press May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, QuarkXPress, Constant Contact, Facebook, Twitter, Digital Photography, Video, Website Management, Blogging, Instagram, Foursquare, Social Media, Marketing, Ap Style, Research, Event Planning, Editorial, Public Relations, Publications, Photography, Magazines, AP Style, Event Management, Graphic Design, Press Releases, Editing
Education
Millsaps College 2014 — 2014
Graduate Certificate, Business Advantage Program
The University of Southern Mississippi 2006 — 2010
B.A., Journalism (News-Editorial Emphasis)
Madison Central High School 2002 — 2006
High School Diploma
AC Remedies, LLC January 2013 - Present
~Company Confidential~ September 2012 - Present
Home Remedies, LLC August 2012 - Present
A.M. Electric, Inc. August 2012 - August 2014
Therapeutic Connections April 2013 - January 2014
Long Electric Company, Inc. March 2008 - August 2012
Jackson Free Press October 2010 - October 2011
Skills
Ap Style, Copy Editing, Editing, Blogging, Web Content, Newsletters, Feature Articles, Newspaper, Journalism, Freelance Writing, Creative Writing, Proofreading, Press Releases, Social Media, Publications, Magazines, Copywriting, News Writing, Public Relations, Facebook, Website Updating, Website Creation, YouTube, Constant Contact, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Management, Marketing, Team Building, Customer Service, Small Business, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking
Education
Hinds Community College 2000 — 2002
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Marketing Management
Northwest Rankin Attendance Center 1985 — 1997
High School Diploma, General Education
Hapax Creative June 2010 - Present
Pippin & Maxx Arts and Entertainment 2006 - Present
The Clarion-Ledger 2004 - Present
Hapax Creative 2010 - 2011
Jackson Free Press 2007 - 2011
Writer - freelance 2007 - 2011
Jackson Free Press 2008 - 2010
The Leadership Institute August 2007 - October 2007
Skills
Film Production, Editing, Creative Writing, Video Production, Public Relations, New Media, Leadership, Copy Editing, Feature Films, Press Releases, Blogging, Producing, Documentaries, Interviews, Magazines, Public Speaking, Journalism, Film, Copywriting, Photography, Social Media Marketing, Final Cut Pro, Social Media, Event Management, Event Planning, Video Editing, Storytelling, Social Networking, Video, Digital Photography, Entertainment, Advertising, Facebook, Editorial, Writing, Television, Media Relations, Conflict Resolution, Newsletters, Newspapers, Multimedia, Screenwriting, Publishing, Digital Media, Videography, Broadcast, Publicity, Marketing, News Writing, Feature Articles
Education
Reformed Theological Seminary Belhaven College, Jackson, MSGeorgetown University 2007 — 2013
MA, Religion
Belhaven University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Theatre
Georgetown University 2005 — 2005
Certificate, Political & Economic Systems
New York Film Academy, Los AngelesPush Physical TheatreMurrah High School
Vibe Media September 2015 - Present
Rhymes & Whiskey December 2012 - Present
Vibe Media June 2015 - August 2015
Ourglass Media Group June 2014 - August 2014
Jackson State University- Student Publications, Blue & White Flash, Jackson, MS September 2012 - May 2014
Branded Voices, PR March 2014 - April 2014
The eXperience Magazine at Jackson State University September 2013 - December 2013
Jackson Free Press May 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Creative Writing, Social Media, Editing, Copy Editing, Blogging, Teamwork, Journalism, Facebook, Editorial, Storytelling
Education
Jackson State University 2008 — 2014
Jackson State University
English
Cato Corporation November 2006 - Present
Jackson Free Press July 2011 - February 2012
Jackson State University August 2008 - January 2009
Skills
Cashiering, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Retail, Customer Service, Data Entry, Event Management, Editing, Store Management, Store Operations, Training, Trend Analysis, Time Management, Driving Results, Outlook, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word
Education
Jackson State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, English
Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson April 2015 - Present
Unitarian Universalist Church of Jackson March 2014 - Present
HarrisGlover.com May 2014 - Present
Public Employee's Retirement System of Mississippi September 2014 - February 2015
Binary Systems December 2004 - September 2014
Volunteer Mississippi February 2011 - April 2014
Butterfly Yoga August 2008 - September 2012
MDAH June 2001 - February 2011
Metropolitan YMCAs of Mississippi 2009 - 2011
Jackson Free Press 2009 - 2010
Skills
Editing, Media Relations, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Copywriting, Social Media, Press Releases, Publications, Newsletters, Email Marketing, Graphic Design, Public Speaking, Blogging, Creative Writing, Digital Media, Crisis Communications, Social Networking, Research, Website Development, Photoshop, Copy Editing, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Photography, CMS, Community Outreach, Facebook, Content Strategy, Yoga, Web Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Content, Marketing Communications, Proofreading, Editorial, Publicity, Feature Articles, InDesign, Community Building, Desktop Publishing, News Writing, Ap Style, Journalism, User Experience, Wordpress, Web Content Management, Writing, Nonprofits, Marketing
Education
Butterfly Yoga 2007 — 2008
RYT 200, Advanced Teacher Training, Yoga Teacher Training/Yoga Therapy
Joyflow Yoga Teacher Training 2004 — 2005
RYT 200 Vinyasa Training, Vinyasa Yoga
Agnes Scott College 1991 — 1996
English Literature/Creative Writing
Riverdale High School 1988 — 1991
IQ Solutions March 2015 - Present
The Gazette August 2012 - March 2015
PEN/Faulkner Foundation September 2013 - January 2014
Jackson Free Press February 2012 - June 2012
Jackson Free Press July 2011 - February 2012
Cardinal & Cream February 2009 - May 2011
The Jackson Sun January 2011 - April 2011
Jackson 24-7 August 2010 - December 2010
Cardinal & Cream August 2009 - December 2010
Union University October 2009 - April 2010
Skills
Writing, Editing, Final Cut Pro, Social Media, InDesign, Blogging, Word, Research, Journalism, Press Releases, Newspaper, Publications, Wordpress, Microsoft Office, Copy Editing, PowerPoint, Newsletters, AP Style, Breaking News, Facebook, French, Interviewing, Newspapers, Storytelling, Editorial, Online Journalism, News Writing, Broadcast, Headline Writing, Investigative Reporting, Interviews, Copywriting, Digital Journalism, Narrative Journalism
Education
Union University 2007 — 2011
BA, Journalism, Film Studies
Craftsmen's Guild of Mississippi January 2015 - Present
Self-employed June 2012 - Present
TempStaff February 2011 - June 2014
Jackson Free Press September 2007 - October 2010
Skills
Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Wacom Tablet, Windows XP Pro, Windows 7, Macintosh Applications, Character Designs, Character Concept Design, Sequential Illustration, Illustration, Advertising, Logo Design, Watercolor Illustration, Acrylic Painting, Art, Web Design, Graphics, Invitations, Layout, Graphic Design, Mac, Design, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
Tulane University 2010 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Media Arts
Hinds Community College 2003 — 2007
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Graphic Design
Mississippi State University 2001 — 2003
Graphic Design
Self-employed 2012 - Present
Jackson Free Press 2004 - 2014
4Tell Films 2006 - 2012
Skills
Writing, Creative Writing, Technical Writing, Publicity, Video, Videography, Editorial, Newspapers, Photography, Social Media Marketing, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Magazines, Publications, Social Networking, Media Relations, Final Cut Pro, Editing, Journalism, Social Media, Press Releases, Newsletters, Video Editing, Public Relations, Blogging, Facebook, Storytelling, Copywriting, Resume Writing, Adobe Creative Suite, Books, Film Production, Freelance Writing, Public Speaking, Screenwriting, Advertising, Publishing
Education
University of Mississippi 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English
Madison County Journal February 2014 - Present
Jackson Free Press February 2013 - February 2014
Hattiesburg American August 2008 - July 2012
Skills
AP Style, Newspapers, Feature Articles, News Writing, Journalism, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Breaking News, Investigative Reporting, Online Journalism, Blogging, Editorial, Editing, Public Relations, Social Media, Publications
Education
University of Southern Mississippi 2008 — 2013
Journalism
University of Mississippi 2004 — 2006
Journalism
Stage 5 Team at Keller Williams Realty March 2015 - Present
Stage 5 Team at Keller Williams Realty January 2013 - March 2015
Stage 5 Team at Keller Williams Realty July 2012 - June 2014
Jackson Free Press January 2011 - May 2012
Millsaps College January 2011 - December 2011
Delta Delta Delta - Gamma Zeta Chapter January 2011 - November 2011
Millsaps College August 2011 - October 2011
Jackson Free Press August 2010 - December 2010
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Advertising, Public Relations, Real Es, Graphic Design, Social Networking, Facebook, Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Real Estate, First Time Home Buyers, Residential Homes, Lead Generation, Organization, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, InDesign, Project Management, Photoshop, Mac, Adobe Creative Suite, Teamwork, Video Editing, Layout, Image Editing, New Media, Marketing Communications, Constant Contact, Online Marketing, Creative Direction, Email Marketing, Client Relations Skills, Blogging, Communication
Education
Millsaps College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies
L Brands August 2012 - Present
Jackson Free Press November 2008 - Present
Alfred Angelo November 2010 - July 2012
Solstice Sunglass Boutique March 2008 - November 2010
The Body Shop March 2004 - March 2008
Estee Lauder August 1998 - March 2004
Skills
Social Media, Marketing, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Event Planning, Sales, Customer Service, Public Relations, Retail, Fashion, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Event Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Inventory Management, Social Networking, Training
Education
Jackson State University 1996 — 2006
English/Business Admin
Gideon's Promise Juris DoctorUniversity of Mississippi School of LawAugust 2012 - May 2015
United States Federal Public Defender's Office May 2014 - December 2014
Mississippi Innocence Project January 2014 - May 2014
Cold Case Justice Initiative June 2013 - August 2013
Health Management Associates April 2005 - June 2012
Jackson Free Press 2009 - 2012
DuPree for Governor March 2011 - November 2011
Blue Dot Group, LLC 2010 - 2011
ChickBall 2009 - 2010
Health Management Associates, Inc. 2008 - 2009
Skills
Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Event Planning, Fundraising, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Copywriting, Payroll, Inventory Management, Photography, Accounting, Journalism, Suite, IBM iSeries, Facebook, Time Management, Advertising, Social Media, Research, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Legal Writing, PowerPoint, Legal Research, Westlaw, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel
Education
University of Mississippi School of Law 2012 — 2015
Doctor of Law (JD), Criminal Law
University of Cambridge 2014 — 2014
Summer Program, International Law and Legal Studies
Mississippi College 2007 — 2011
BA, Communications and Public Relations
Phillips College 1987 — 1989
AA, Business Management
Mississippi Department of Archives and History July 2013 - Present
Golden Eagle Web November 2012 - Present
University Press of Mississippi January 2009 - June 2011
Jackson Free Press January 2005 - June 2011
Millsaps Magazine May 2006 - August 2008
Skills
Ap Style, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Freelance Writing, Editing, Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Proofreading, Web Content, Creative Writing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Wordperfect, Social Media, Blogging, Blog Marketing, Chicago Style, Tumblr
Education
Millsaps College 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Language and Literature/Letters
Chism Strategies March 2014 - Present
Chism Strategies January 2013 - February 2014
Zata3 March 2010 - December 2012
Professional Staffing Group, LLC January 2009 - April 2010
Former Gov. Musgrove Internship August 2009 - December 2009
Mississippi Secretary of State January 2009 - December 2009
Millsaps College August 2008 - May 2009
Jackson Free Press September 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Event Planning, Social Media, Political Consulting, Marketing, Politics, PowerPoint, Facebook, Public Policy, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Social Networking, Research, Public Relations, Non-profits, Microsoft Word, Editing, Public Speaking, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Press Releases, Budgets, Government, Project Management
Education
Millsaps College 2010 — 2011
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General, summa cum laude
Millsaps College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Economics, magna cum laude
BOOM Jackson April 2010 - Present
Jackson Free Press August 2009 - Present
Jackson Free Press April 2009 - August 2009
JavaWerks June 2006 - May 2008
Waldenbooks 2005 - 2006
Nexband 2002 - 2004
National Graphics 2001 - 2002
Skills
InDesign, QuarkXPress, Graphic Design, Layout, Adobe Creative Suite, Photography, Advertising, Logo Design, Illustrator, Photoshop, Web Design, Social Media, Magazines, Newsletters, Mac, Digital Photography, Copy Editing, Editing, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Newspapers, Art, Art Direction, Wordpress, Copywriting, Blogging, Creative Direction, Packaging, Editorial, Creative Writing
Education
The University of Southern Mississippi 2004 — 2008
BFA, Fine Arts, emphasis Graphic Communication
Hinds Community College 1999 — 2002
Associate in Arts, Emphasis Graphic Design
Jim Hill High 1994 — 1998
Contently March 2015 - Present
Freelance Writer July 2013 - Present
Dallas Observer January 2013 - July 2013
Newsweek and The Daily Beast September 2012 - December 2012
New York Magazine September 2012 - December 2012
New York University, Center on Violence and Recovery September 2011 - September 2012
The New Yorker May 2012 - August 2012
Lafayette Parish School System April 2011 - December 2011
Joy English School - 佳音英語 October 2009 - June 2010
Jackson Free Press 2007 - 2007
Skills
Editing, Social Media, Fact-checking, Research, Grant Writing, Blogging, Magazines, Journalism, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Editorial, Press Releases, Interviews, Copy Editing, Proposal Writing, Final Cut Pro, Media Relations, Online Journalism, Copywriting, Publishing, WordPress, Social Networking, Creative Writing, New Media, Web Content, Politics, Newsletters, InDesign, AP Style, Proofreading, News Writing, Writing
Education
New York University 2011 — 2012
MA, Journalism
Millsaps College 2005 — 2009
BA, English Literature
Blue Cypress Books July 2013 - Present
Self-Employed August 2011 - Present
Pelican Publishing Company December 2011 - June 2013
STAIR (Start the Adventure in Reading) February 2012 - May 2012
Lamar County School District February 2011 - December 2011
Pelican Publishing Company June 2011 - August 2011
Jackson Free Press July 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Writing, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Research, Fact-checking, AP Style, Chicago Manual, QuarkXPress, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Social Media, Photography, Books, Newspapers
Education
The University of Southern Mississippi 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, English, Journalism
University of Southern Mississippi 2008 — 2008
British Journalism
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College 2005 — 2007
Trinity Episcopal Day School 1992 — 2005
High School Diploma
Mad Genius June 2014 - Present
Millsaps College January 2013 - Present
Jackson Free Press May 2013 - June 2014
Jackson Free Press May 2012 - June 2014
Jackson Free Press May 2012 - April 2013
Patch.com January 2011 - December 2011
Online News Association January 2011 - September 2011
Art New England magazine June 2011 - August 2011
Boston University School of Communication August 2010 - December 2010
The Purple and White, Millsaps College November 2006 - January 2010
Skills
Blogging, Newspapers, InDesign, Social Media, Editing, Journalism, Copy Editing, AP Style, Editorial, News Writing, Press Releases, Online Journalism, Management, Creative Writing, Photoshop, Photography, Mentoring, Media Relations, New Media, Magazines, Magazine Design, Alternative Media, Feature Articles, Multimedia
Education
Boston University 2010 — 2011
Master of Science, Journalism
Millsaps College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Art, English
Corinth High School 2002 — 2006
HS Diploma
Chiaroscuro Foundation September 2014 - Present
Newsmax TV June 2014 - July 2014
WZHF 1390AM May 2011 - July 2014
BlueSkin Solutions March 2013 - March 2014
Istook Live! from the Heritage Foundation May 2012 - March 2013
Hapax Creative May 2009 - May 2011
Advocacy Ink September 2010 - March 2011
Citizens United Productions January 2010 - September 2010
Jackson Free Press September 2009 - July 2010
Fisher Communications May 2006 - February 2010
Skills
Political Philosophy, Digital Marketing, Digital Photography, Web Design, Editing, Film Production, Video, Television, Social Media, Blogging, Film, Radio, Broadcast, Producing, Final Cut Pro, Media Relations, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Writing, Storytelling
Education
Hillsdale College 2005 — 2009
BA, Classics
Hillsdale College 2005 — 2009
Classical Studies, Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
the Fuller Photo March 2013 - Present
The Destin Log July 2013 - December 2013
The Clarion-Ledger March 2013 - June 2013
Jackson Free Press February 2012 - March 2013
Gannett May 2011 - December 2011
The Daily Mississippian May 2010 - November 2010
The Daily Mississippian June 2008 - May 2010
Skills
Journalism, Photojournalism, Copy Editing, Pagination, Newspapers, Magazines, AP Style, News Writing, Hard News Reporting, Investigative Reporting, Narrative Journalism, Sports Writing, Editing, Music Journalism, Online Journalism, Digital Journalism, Sports Photography, Travel Photography, Wedding Photography, Event Photography, Fact-checking, Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign, InCopy, Blogging, Storytelling, Press Releases, Editorial, Copywriting, Facebook, Newsletters, Social Media, Sports, Twitter, Publications, Headline Writing, Feature Articles, Multimedia, Breaking News, QuarkXPress
Education
University of Mississippi 2007 — 2010
Journalism
Northwest Mississippi Community College 2005 — 2007
Libby Story & Company January 2010 - Present
Jackson Free Press 2011 - 2011
Libby Story & Company January 2010 - December 2010
Colonial Country Club May 2008 - July 2008
Skills
Graphic Design, Marketing, Art, Sales, Editing, Apparel, Fashion, Visual Merchandising, Styling, Merchandising, Trend Analysis, Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Fashion Design, Photography, Modeling, Music, Singing, Live Events, Video Production, Creative Writing
Education
Mississippi College 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Communication; Mass Media
Mississippi College 2007 — 2011
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Holmes Community College
Associate Degree, General Studies
WJTV News Channel 12 November 2013 - Present
WLBT May 2013 - November 2013
NewsWatch 99 August 2009 - May 2013
CBS News June 2012 - August 2012
University of Mississippi Office of Sustainability September 2011 - August 2012
Mississippi Public Broadcasting June 2011 - August 2011
WDBD Fox 40 News June 2011 - August 2011
Rebel Radio 92.1 February 2011 - May 2011
Jackson Free Press May 2009 - August 2009
GameStop July 2007 - August 2009
Education
University of Mississippi 2009 — 2013
Bachelor's Degree, Broadcast Journalism
Love and Basketball September 2011 - November 2011
Jackson Free Press June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Photoshop, Teaching, HTML
Education
University of Southern Mississippi 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Jackson State University June 2010 - Present
ARAMARK September 2012 - Present
TMZ 2013 - 2013
Jackson Free Press 2013 - 2013
Jackson Public Schools July 2009 - August 2012
Interships August 2011 - January 2012
Jackson State University 2008 - 2012
Skills
Journalism, Pageants, Contemporary Dance, Creative Writing, Speech Writing, Motivational Speaking, Web TV, Entertainment, Radio Broadcasting, Editing, Final Cut Pro, Producing, Video Production
Education
Jackson State University 2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Texas Woman's University August 2013 - Present
Media Sales Institute, Howard University January 2012 - Present
Prairie View Choice Awards April 2012 - April 2012
The Panther May 2010 - February 2012
The Panther Newspaper May 2010 - February 2012
Sears Holdings, Inc May 2009 - September 2010
Jackson Free Press June 2010 - July 2010
The Panther August 2009 - April 2010
SHOE Department Inc March 2008 - June 2008
Salesman at SHOE Department, Inc March 2008 - June 2008
Skills
Marketing Communications, Writing, Multimedia, Photography, Event Planning, Networking, Advertising, Editing, Integrated Marketing, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Time Management
Education
Prairie View A&M University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Prairie View A&M University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mass Communication; Marketing
Callaway High SchoolClass of 2008 2007 — 2008
Jackson Free Press January 2014 - Present
media January 2013 - Present
Missy Farren PR (Mfa Ltd.) September 2014 - May 2015
Well Being Magazine February 2014 - April 2014
Jackson Free Press January 2013 - December 2013
Software Creations, Inc. May 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Social Media, Writing, Online Journalism, Journalism, Online Communications, Research, Music Journalism, Music Criticism, Tumblr, Instagram, Cashiering, Childcare, Customer Service, Newsletters, Facebook, Blogging
Education
Millsaps College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies
Hotty Toddy News February 2014 - Present
Phi Mu - Alpha Delta chapter January 2014 - May 2014
The Daily Mississippian November 2010 - November 2013
Social South Magazine - Snapshot Publishing June 2013 - August 2013
Ole Miss Yearbook August 2012 - May 2013
University Press of Mississippi June 2012 - August 2012
Jackson Free Press June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Journalism, Public Relations, Political Science, French, Editing, Copy Editing, Photojournalism, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Arts, Newsletters, Publishing, Newspapers, Social Media, Publications, Storytelling, Editorial, Writing, Blogging, Facebook
Education
University of Mississippi 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
University of Mississippi 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's in Journalism, Journalism
The National World War II Museum August 2014 - Present
The National WWII Museum December 2013 - August 2014
The Ogden Museum of Southern Art August 2012 - August 2014
Louisiana Children's Museum May 2013 - October 2013
Louisiana Children's Museum October 2012 - May 2013
Ogden Museum of Southern Art May 2012 - August 2012
Mississippi Children's Museum January 2012 - May 2012
Jackson Free Press June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Event Planning, Press Releases, Membership Development, Raiser's Edge, Fundraising, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Social Media Marketing, Customer Service, Photoshop, Social Media, Supervisory Skills, Long-term Customer..., Research, HTML, Public Speaking, Teamwork, Windows, English, Data Entry, Training, Facebook, Public Relations, Nonprofits, Time Management, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Administration, Retail, Batch Processing, Administrative..., Event Management, WordPress, Museums, Membership, Membership Sales, Benefits Administration, Instagram, Event Production
Education
Millsaps College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication, General
AirWatch by VMware March 2014 - Present
AirWatch by VMware October 2013 - March 2014
AirWatch June 2013 - October 2013
Rival Entertainment August 2010 - May 2013
Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Magazine February 2010 - May 2010
Jackson Free Press December 2009 - January 2010
The Daily Mississippian August 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Management, Customer Service, Marketing, Blogging, Advertising, Event Management, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Editing, Music, Email Marketing, Social Media, Facebook, Training
Education
University of Mississippi 2005 — 2009
B.A. in Journalism
Occupy.com June 2012 - Present
US Uncut February 2011 - Present
Gibson Group, LLC January 2011 - Present
Reader Supported News June 2011 - February 2015
TAKE DOWN FRANK GUINTA June 2012 - July 2012
CONNECTICUT WORKING FAMILIES PARTY March 2012 - June 2012
Jackson Free Press October 2009 - April 2011
Rankin County School District September 2010 - November 2010
Mississippi Public Broadcasting October 2009 - July 2010
Hazard Community and Technical College June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Public Speaking, Blogging, Public Relations, Web Content, Theatre, Leadership, Networking, Community Organizations, Drums, Social Media, Percussion, Editing, Ap Style, Press Releases, Journalism, Feature Articles, Storytelling, News Writing, Copy Editing, Audacity, AP Style, New Media
Education
NEW ORGANIZING INSTITUTE BOOTCAMP 2011 — 2011
Graduate, New Media Organizing
Morehead State University 2005 — 2009
B.A, Communications Journalism
Morehead State University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Communications Journalism
Society of Professional Journalists - Georgia January 2014 - Present
Dunten Media, Inc. September 1994 - Present
SurvivingTimes.com January 2013 - January 2014
Jackson Free Press January 2012 - August 2013
Dubuque Telegraph Herald November 2011 - April 2012
Richmond Palladium-Item May 2010 - June 2011
Indianapolis Star and Hattiesburg American (Gannett) September 2002 - December 2010
Maryville Daily Forum July 2009 - December 2009
Skills
AP Style, Journalism, Social Media, Newspaper, Editing, QuarkXPress, Copy Editing, Public Relations, Photography, Stories, Photoshop, Media Relations, Editorial, Newsletters, Magazines, Web Content, Final Cut Pro, Audacity, Photojournalism, Video Editing, Publications, Multimedia, News Writing, Publishing, Breaking News, Photo Editing, Interviewing, Audio Editing, InDesign, Social Networking, Wordpress, Blogging, Online Journalism, CMS, Feature Articles, Deadline Driven, Professional Experience, Digital Journalism, Remote Access, Disaster Recovery, Freelance Writing, SPJ, Storytelling, Newspapers, Press Releases, Investigative Reporting, WordPress, Fact-checking, Online News, Proofreading
Education
Ball State University
B S, Journalism and Sociology
Jackson Free Press July 2011 - Present
Jackson State University September 2011 - December 2014
Jackson State University August 2010 - August 2011
Region III Mental Health Services August 2008 - June 2010
Community Counseling Services January 2007 - June 2008
Skills
Social Media, Mental Health Counseling, Career Counseling, Freelance Writing, Resume Writing, Dream Interpretation, Blogging, Youth Development, Mentoring, Internet, Event Planning, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Community Outreach, Adolescent Issues, Presentation Development, Conference Presentations, Special Education, Juvenile Delinquency, Grief Counseling, Crisis Counseling, College Counseling, Career Exploration, Adolescents, Psychology, Grant Writing, Group Therapy, Public Relations, Therapists, Media Relations, Crisis Intervention, Fundraising, Customer Service, Student Affairs, Editing, Research, Tutoring, Volunteer Management, Microsoft Excel, Teaching, Staff Development, Microsoft Word, Newspaper, PowerPoint, Non-profits, Community Development, Psychotherapy, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Student Counseling
Education
Mississippi State University 2006 — 2008
Master of Science, Counselor Education
Mississippi State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
United States Senate August 2015 - Present
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation August 2015 - Present
WLEZ.fm June 2015 - July 2015
USA TODAY May 2015 - July 2015
Jackson Free Press May 2015 - July 2015
Jackson State University August 2014 - July 2015
Skills
Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Leadership, PowerPoint, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Social Media
Education
Jackson State University 2013 — 2016
Mass Communication/Media Studies, 3.48 GPA
Index-Journal June 2015 - Present
Starkville Free Press November 2014 - May 2015
Starkville Free Press December 2013 - November 2014
Jackson Free Press May 2014 - July 2014
The Reflector September 2013 - April 2014
Bagley College of Engineering April 2013 - September 2013
The Reflector August 2011 - September 2013
Twin Lakes Camp and Conference Center May 2010 - July 2012
Skills
AP Style, News Writing, Blogging, Journalism, Copy Editing, Editing, Press Releases, Feature Articles, Facebook, Social Media, Newspapers, Twitter, Photoshop, InDesign, Newspaper Design, Fundraisers, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Editorial, Publications
Education
Mississippi State University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Communication (Journalism) / English
Parents for Public Schools of Jackson January 2015 - Present
Catholic CharitiesMS July 2013 - December 2014
Family Health Care Clinic January 2013 - July 2013
Jackson Free Press April 2012 - January 2013
Lumpkins BBQ 2007 - 2011
Lumpkins BBQ 2007 - 2011
National Cooperative Bank January 1989 - December 1996
Deloitte January 1987 - November 1989
Skills
Financial Analysis, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Team Building, Staff Development, Sales, Leadership, Marketing, Program Management, Social Media, Advertising, Project Management, Management, Public Relations, Small Business, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Microsoft Word, Fundraising, Event Management, Copy Editing, Analysis, Budgets, Entrepreneurship, Nonprofits, Teaching, Newspapers, Social Media Marketing, Editing, Social Networking, Newsletters, Blogging, Facebook, Marketing Communications, Creative Writing, Press Releases, Media Relations, Email Marketing, Copywriting, AP Style, Publicity, Community Development, Journalism, Strategic Communications, Web Content
Education
Howard University 1983 — 1988
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Accounting
EdgeTheory October 2014 - Present
Jackson Free Press October 2014 - Present
Give Me Sport June 2013 - Present
Reviews From The Eclectic Chair August 2012 - Present
Habitat for Humanity International August 2013 - July 2014
University of Dallas August 2012 - May 2013
University of Dallas August 2012 - May 2013
University of Dallas August 2009 - May 2013
Skills
Microsoft Office, Social Media, Blogging, Twitter, Facebook, Musicianship, Athletes, Video Editing, Poetry, Spelling, Sports, Journalism, Analysis, Leadership, Budgets, Research, Spanish, Editing, Management, Event Management, Creative Writing, Athletics
Education
The University of Dallas 2009 — 2013
BA, English
Jackson Preparatory School 2003 — 2009
High School Diploma
Standards MS January 2015 - Present
Jackson Free Press May 2012 - Present
Tuesday Morning June 2011 - January 2014
Clam Signal Mafia Podcast August 2012 - February 2013
Apple Retail June 2011 - January 2012
Stadium Wrap America, LLC October 2010 - May 2011
Mississippi College August 2009 - March 2010
Books-A-Million June 2005 - January 2008
CompUSA June 2005 - January 2006
Skills
Singing, Keynote, InDesign, Higher Education, Event Planning, Graphic Design, Theatre, Illustrator, Podcasting, Logo Design, Branding & Identity, Adobe Creative Suite, Theatrical Production, Illustration, Digital Illustration, Marketing, Social Media, Photoshop, Photography, Dreamweaver, Writing, Pages, Microsoft Office, Apple, Creative Direction, Community Theatre, Musical Theatre, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Magazine Design, Magazine Layout Design, Ad Design, Printmaking, Creative Writing, Editing, Social Networking, Posters, WordPress, Mac, Newsletters, Digital Photography, Web Design, Adobe Acrobat, Magazines, QuarkXPress, Blogging, Advertising, Video Editing, Brochures, Image Editing
Education
Mississippi College 2008 — 2014
B.A., Graphic Design/Communications-Theater
Hinds Community College 2006 — 2008
Paulsen Printing Company June 2014 - Present
Babalu Tacos & Tapas - Memphis May 2014 - August 2014
Jackson Free Press January 2014 - May 2014
Eli's Restaurant January 2014 - May 2014
Hoffman-Miller Advertising May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office, Pitstop Pro, Preps, Pre-press, Graphic Design, Painting, Drawing, HTML, HTML5, CSS, Photoshop, Digital Photography, QuarkXPress
Education
Delta State University 2013 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Painting, 4.0
Delta State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Graphic Design, 3.8
St. Josephs Catholic High School 2004 — 2008
High School Diploma, General Studies
Ad A Staff Inc September 2014 - Present
Ad A Staff Inc June 2014 - August 2014
Jackson Free Press January 2013 - June 2013
Payment Alliance International October 2012 - December 2012
Regions Financial Corporation 2007 - 2012
McAlister's Deli (Corporation) June 2004 - October 2007
Skills
10-key, Proficient in Microsoft..., Excellent Interpersonal..., Great Communications..., Cash Handling Experience, Friendly Personality, Spreadsheets, Cash Flow, Multi-line Phone, Accounts Receivable, Critical Thinking, Microsoft Word, Fax, Customer Service, 10 Key, Data Entry, Training, Time Management, Advertising, PowerPoint, Customer Satisfaction, Teamwork, Sales, Management, Invoicing
Education
Tougaloo College 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mass Communication and Public Relations
Hinds Community College 2007 — 2009
Associate's of Applied Science, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Modern Social March 2015 - Present
Butler Snow LLP March 2013 - Present
Jackson Free Press November 2012 - Present
MakeupbyNoelle May 2008 - Present
Duncan Kent, PLLC May 2012 - March 2013
M.A.C. Cosmetics May 2009 - October 2012
Community Bancshares,Inc. May 2007 - May 2009
Skills
10 Key, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Data Entry, Clerical Skills, Phone Etiquette, Makeup Artistry, Proofing, Filing, Scheduling, Cleaning, Cash Register, Physical Inventory, Inventory Accuracy, 4sight, Microsoft Office, Typing, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, Reception, Mac OS X, Photoshop, Makeup Application, Client Billing, Legal Discovery, Depositions, Legal Documents, Motions, Calendaring, Following Up, Google Adwords, WiX, Google Docs, Gmail, Ubuntu, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Beauty Industry, File Management, Cosmetics, Facebook, Social Media, Fashion Shows, Photo Shoots, Clerical Work, Advertising, Retail, Discretion
Education
Hinds Community College 2008 — 2009
Paralegal
University of Southern Mississippi 2007 — 2008
Fashion Merchandising
The Huffington Post July 2015 - Present
Reuters April 2013 - Present
Upstate Business Journal May 2015 - June 2015
Self Employed February 2015 - April 2015
Society of Professional Journalists 2015 - March 2015
The Greenville News October 2014 - February 2015
Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal March 2013 - October 2014
The Scranton Times-Tribune May 2012 - February 2013
Reuters America January 2012 - April 2012
Jackson Free Press October 2011 - April 2012
Skills
Blogging, Feature Articles, Editing, Storytelling, Journalism, Speech Writing, Publishing, News Writing, Public Speaking, Social Media, Copy Editing, Interviews, Proofreading, Public Policy, Research, Event Planning, Media Relations, Writing, Freelance Writing, Policy Research, Video, Social Networking, Computer-assisted..., Nonprofits, WordPress, Ap Style, Beat Reporting, Live Blogging, Qualitative Data, Promotions, Hard News Reporting, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Microsoft Excel
Education
Mississippi State University 2004 — 2010
MPPA, Public Policy and Administration
The University of Southern Mississippi 1996 — 2002
a Bachelor of Arts degree, English and Journalism
T.L. Weston High School 1992 — 1996
McGraw Hill Data Journalism Program
JessicaSimien.com January 2012 - Present
The Jasmine Brand May 2012 - July 2012
The Clarion-Ledger November 2009 - July 2010
Nissan North America May 2009 - November 2009
Jackson Free Press April 2009 - October 2009
WJSU 88.5 FM June 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Writing, Creative Writing, Photoshop, Community Relations, Public Relations, Editing, Event Management, Promotions, Advertising, Social Networking, Publishing, Blogging, Community Development, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Social Media, Marketing, Research, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Entertainment, Newsletters, Music, Marketing Strategy, Copywriting, Media Relations, Facebook
Education
University of Southern Mississippi 2010 — 2011
Master of Science, Public Relations
Jackson State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Mass Communications/Public Relations
McNeely Pigott & Fox Public Relations January 2014 - April 2014
Scripps Howard News Service January 2012 - April 2012
Jackson Free Press June 2011 - August 2011
Jackson Free Press June 2010 - August 2010
Education
Jackson State University
Bomgar Corporation May 2015 - Present
Professional Staffing Group, LLC July 2013 - Present
Professional Staffing Group, LLC October 2011 - June 2013
Jackson Free Press January 2011 - May 2011
Skills
Event Planning, Temporary Placement, Project Planning, Leadership Development, Interviews, Process Scheduler, Management, Sales, Employee Relations, Human Resources, Public Speaking
Education
Jacksonville State University 2008 — 2011
Bachelor's Degree, Print Journalism and English
George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville 2006 — 2008
General Studies
Seabury Resources for Aging April 2014 - April 2015
Entrepreneurs' Organization September 2013 - April 2014
American Council on Education August 2011 - June 2013
Edelman January 2011 - May 2011
National Public Radio September 2010 - December 2010
Medill News Service June 2010 - August 2010
Medill News Service January 2010 - July 2010
Jackson Free Press May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Social Media, Audacity, Final Cut Pro, Wordpress, CMS, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Premiere Elements, CRM, Copy Editing, Journalism, Ap Style, Editing, Blogging, Media Relations, News Writing, Press Releases, Publications, Editorial, WordPress, AP Style
Education
Fisk University
B.A., English
Northwestern University
Masters of Science, Journalism
The Weekly Challenger August 2015 - Present
Total Traffic & Weather Network March 2011 - April 2015
Total Traffic & Weather Network February 2011 - May 2014
U.S. Coast Guard July 2009 - August 2013
Jackson Free Press November 2004 - November 2010
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office June 2008 - June 2009
Return to Mississippi Productions April 2007 - May 2009
Folio Weekly December 2006 - May 2009
Metro Networks January 2007 - June 2008
Clear Channel Radio April 2001 - November 2006
Skills
Radio, Journalism, Broadcast, Radio Broadcasting, News Writing, Television, Creative Writing, Press Releases, Final Cut Pro, Voice Over, WordPress, Theatre, Multimedia, Web Content, Blogging, Social Networking, Editing, Videography, Long Form Improvisation, Acting, Radio Host, Video Editing, Breaking News, Photography, Media Relations, Film, Broadcast Journalism, Storytelling, Stage Management, Content Strategy, Documentaries, Radio Producing, Adobe Audition, Music, Audio Editing, Feature Articles, Interviews, Video Production, HTML scripting, Producing, Freelance Writing, YouTube, Sports, Editorial, Podcasting, AP Style, Camera, Commercials, Broadcast Television, Newspapers
Education
University of South Florida
BA in Mass Communications, Journalism
EdgeTheory February 2015 - Present
Freelance 2011 - Present
Hapax Creative August 2014 - February 2015
Jackson Free Press February 2013 - July 2014
Sunkist Swim Team January 2010 - April 2013
Congress St. Coffee April 2010 - April 2012
Skills
Editing, Blogging, Social Media, Advertising, Facebook, Creative Writing, Newsletters, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Event Planning, Social Networking, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Strategic Planning, Account Management, Web Content, Copywriting, Journalism, Marketing, Copy Editing
Education
Belhaven College 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Creative Writing
Else School of Management, Millsaps College 2013 — 2013
Business Advantage Program
Belhaven University 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Fine Arts Creative Writing, Creative Writing
LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors May 2015 - Present
LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors January 2015 - April 2015
EastGroup Properties April 2013 - August 2013
Jackson Free Press August 2012 - December 2012
Planters Bank & Trust Company May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Financial Accounting, Tax Preparation, Accounting, Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, Auditing, Internal Controls, Financial Analysis, Managerial Accounting
Education
Tulane University 2014 — 2015
Master's Degree, Accountancy
Loyola University New Orleans 2013 — 2014
Accounting & business pre-requisites
Millsaps College 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Elmcroft Senior Living May 2014 - Present
Morning Pointe of Brentwood October 2012 - April 2014
Jackson Free Press 2011 - 2012
Cubla Incorporated December 2010 - August 2011
Yellowbook October 2006 - April 2010
Enterprise Rent-A-Car May 2005 - March 2006
Sonic Drive-In August 2003 - May 2005
Skills
Marketing, Sales, Communication, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Direct Sales, Social Media, Leadership, CRM, Management, Account Management, Advertising, Cold Calling, B2B, Customer Service, Email Marketing, Event Management, Event Planning, Lead Generation, Market Planning, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Excel, Networking, New Business Development, PowerPoint, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Sales Process, Salesforce.com, Selling, Small Business, Social Networking, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Training
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
Divinely Designed Events September 2005 - Present
Antonelli College June 2011 - Present
Jackson Public Schools August 2005 - March 2011
Jackson Free Press November 2002 - March 2005
Skills
Editing, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Social Media, Public Relations, Event Management, InDesign, Research, Blogging, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Copy Editing, Data Entry, Customer Service, Higher Education
Education
Belhaven University 2006 — 2010
MA, Art of Teaching
Tougaloo College 2000 — 2005
BA, English/Journalism
Bomgar Corporation September 2011 - Present
vincefalconi.com March 2010 - January 2014
Jackson Free Press March 2008 - March 2010
Jackson Free Press March 2008 - November 2009
Skills
PHP, Eloqua, MySQL, HTML 5, jQuery, MailChimp, CodeIgniter, JavaScript, Git, Web Standards, MVC Architecture, HTML + CSS, HTML5 + CSS3, Expression Engine (CMS), Craft CMS, Twig (template engine), Data Migration
Education
University of Mississippi 2003 — 2006
Political Science, Gender Studies
Tulane University May 2014 - August 2014
MMR Group July 2013 - August 2013
Gunn & York, LLP June 2013 - July 2013
Vanderbilt University Medical Center September 2010 - November 2011
Nashville Pix February 2010 - July 2010
Y Business Development, LLC 2008 - 2009
University of Mississippi May 2007 - May 2008
Stylus Magazine March 2006 - August 2007
University of Mississippi 2006 - 2007
Jackson Free Press 2005 - 2006
Education
Tulane University Law School 2012 — 2015
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Civil Law
University of Mississippi 2006 — 2008
Master of Arts, Journalism
Millsaps College 2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, English
The College of Wooster 2002 — 2003
Jackson Free Press September 2002 - Present
Various Publishers August 1994 - Present
Jackson 2000 2008 - Present
"Disk Doctors" - Metrovision September 1997 - September 2000
CompUSA 1993 - 1995
Skills
Newspaper Publishing, Technical Writing, Technical Training, Video Editing, Media Production, Consultancy, Newspaper, Magazines, Publishing, Marketing, Advertising, Copywriting, Journalism, Press Releases, Publications, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Blogging, Newspapers, Social Media, Web Content, Marketing Communications, Editing, Public Relations, AP Style, Books, Nonprofits, Final Cut Pro, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Proofreading, Media Relations, News Writing, Feature Articles, Content Strategy, Editorial, Television, Online Journalism, Breaking News, Digital Media
Education
Texas A&M University 1990 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts
Hillcrest High School 1986 — 1989
Diploma
Creative Distillery May 2008 - Present
Jackson Free Press September 2005 - May 2008
Peter A. Mayer Advertising May 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Graphic Design, Web Design, Advertising, Logo Design, Inbound Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Illustrator, Layout, Newsletters, Social Media, Creative Writing, Marketing, Interaction Design, Social Media Marketing
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Visual Arts Graphic Design
New Orleans Convention & Visitors Bureau February 2014 - Present
Millsaps College May 2012 - May 2013
BOOM Jackson Magazine April 2012 - May 2013
Jackson Free Press April 2012 - April 2013
Wealthview Capital, LLC May 2011 - August 2012
Millsaps College September 2007 - February 2011
Millsaps College January 2010 - December 2010
Ipsos OTX June 2010 - August 2010
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools May 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Facebook, Editing, Marketing, Sales, Journalism, Management, Adobe Creative Suite, Newspapers, Customer Service, Blogging, Time Management, Copy Editing, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Event Planning, Social Networking, Photoshop, Research, Ap Style, Newsletters, Public Relations
Education
Millsaps College 2011 — 2013
Masters in Business Administration
Millsaps College 2007 — 2011
BA, Anthropology, minor in Business Adminstration
Jackson Free Press September 2014 - Present
State Farm Insurance May 2012 - September 2014
MS Surplus Lines Association August 2008 - February 2012
Skills
Commercial Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Term Life Insurance, Universal Life, Whole Life, Health Insurance, Disability Insurance, Professional Liability, Financial Services, Marketing Strategy, Business Networking, Social Networking, Loan Origination, Public Relations, Customer Satisfaction, New Business Development, Financial Accounting, Project Management, QuickBooks, Peachtree, Reynolds & Reynolds
Education
Mississippi College 2014 — 2015
Marketing, Business and Personal/Financial Services Marketing Operations, 3.9
Crain's Detroit Business April 2013 - Present
Knight Wallace Fellowship July 2012 - Present
Pace Communications May 2011 - July 2012
CNNMoney.com October 2008 - May 2011
Fortune Small Business September 2007 - October 2008
Village Voice Media November 2002 - September 2007
Jackson Free Press January 2002 - September 2002
Gotham and Hamptons magazines April 2001 - December 2001
Silicon Alley Reporter January 2000 - April 2001
Skills
Writing, Editing, Investigative Reporting, Newsroom Management, Essays, Breaking News, Website Management, Social Media
Education
Metropolitan State University of Denver 1993 — 1997
B.A.
Jackson Free Press August 2002 - Present
Education
The University of Southern Mississippi 1996 — 2000
Children's Defense Fund - Southern Regional Office 2011 - Present
Fahrenheit Creative Group, LLC October 2012 - Present
Jackson Free Press 2010 - 2011
Hartman Publishing/N'DIGO Magapaper 2007 - 2010
Jackson Free Press 2005 - 2007
Skills
Youth Leadership..., Program Development, Youth Mentoring, Training & Development, Program Management, Youth At Risk, Leadership Mentoring, Curriculum Development, Creative Non-fiction, Editing, Copywriting, Copy Editing, AP Style, Public Speaking, Speech Writing, Communication, Publications, Budget Management, Event Planning, Event Management, Events Coordination, Special Events, Connectivity, Social Skills, Interior Design, Fashion Styling, Radio Host, Podcasting
Education
Northwestern University 2007 — 2007
Fellowship Program, Long-form Narrative Writing
Reformed Theological Seminary 2002 — 2004
Master of Arts, Marriage and Family Therapy
Millsaps College 1998 — 2002
Mississippi Department of Transportation November 2009 - Present
Jackson Free Press 2002 - 2009
Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. September 2008 - November 2008
Medical Dental Specialists March 2008 - September 2008
Aerotek Commercial Staffing 2008 - 2008
16 WAPT 2006 - 2006
Education
Belhaven University 2004 — 2006
B.A., Communications
Business Ink, Inc August 2004 - Present
PEAK Homeschool Network September 2004 - Present
Jackson Free Press August 2014 - August 2015
The Clarion-Ledger May 2013 - January 2014
Cable One October 2003 - March 2004
Delta Magazine/Delta Business Journal July 2001 - March 2004
Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce November 2000 - July 2001
WABG February 1999 - November 2000
Skills
Social Media, Media Relations, Internal Communications, Proofreading, Event Planning, Newsletters, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Web Marketing, Project Management, Web Content Management, Strategic Partnerships, Product Development, Online Communications, Market Analysis, Brand Awareness, Online Engagement, SEO, SEO copywriting, SEM, Homeschooling, Advocacy, Community Outreach, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Special Needs, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Digital Marketing, Public Relations, WordPress, Online Marketing
Education
Delta State University 1997 — 2003
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration (Marketing)
BeautifulGorgeous World LLC March 2014 - Present
Jackson Free Press April 2013 - 2015
WLEZ 98.1 FM May 2012 - December 2014
Optimum Health and Wellness Inc. March 2008 - May 2012
Skills
Television, Makeup Artistry, Beauty Industry, Customer Service, Event Planning, Social Media, Skin Care, Cosmetics, Public Relations, Aesthetics, Public Speaking, Entertainment, Film, Advertising, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Marketing, Sales, Spa, Microsoft Word
Education
Magnolia College of Cosmetology 2007 — 2008
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist
Callaway High School 1997 — 2001
High School Diploma
Darnell Jackson May 2008 - Present
UPS March 2011 - July 2015
Jackson Free Press May 2012 - August 2014
The Clarion-Ledger August 2008 - August 2010
Skills
Photography, Videography, Non-linear Editing, Graphics Creation, Camera Operation, Professional Audio, Entertainment Booking, Advertising Consulting, Advertising Campaign..., Press Release Creation, Marketing Communications, Graphic Design, Broadcast Production, Digital Journalism, Broadcast, Journalism, Multimedia, Feature Articles, Media Relations, Creative Writing, AP Style, Publicity, Radio, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Social Media, Public Relations, Photoshop, Magazines
Education
Jackson State University 2007 — 2010
BS, Public Relation/Marketing
Jackson State University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Optimum Practice Management August 2014 - Present
Rice University January 2013 - July 2014
Rice University June 2011 - December 2012
The Rice Thresher January 2008 - May 2011
Wiess College January 2010 - February 2011
Jackson Free Press June 2008 - August 2008
Pan-Asia June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, Editorial, Microsoft Office, InDesign, Research, Interviews, Web Content, Blogging, Interviewing, Team Leadership, Proofreading, PowerPoint, Social Media, Community Organizing, Group Development, Layout, Event Planning, Word, Project Planning, Project Coordination, Teaching, Training
Education
Rice University 2007 — 2011
B.A., Classical Studies
St. Andrew's Episcopal 2003 — 2007
HS Diploma
Jackson Free Press June 2013 - Present
Bluefields Indian and Caribbean University January 2013 - April 2013
Kids Under Konstruction 2 Daycare and Respite Center June 2012 - December 2012
The eXperience magazine Jackson, MS October 2011 - July 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Research, Teamwork, Photoshop, Social Media, English
Education
Jackson State University 2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts, English; Journalism
Native Rank September 2014 - Present
TTC Marketing Solutions March 2014 - May 2014
Coach October 2013 - February 2014
Good as Gold Productions August 2011 - May 2013
JSUTV July 2011 - May 2013
WLBT October 2012 - April 2013
Jackson Free Press September 2011 - May 2012
Skills
Television, Video Production, SEO, Online Marketing, Advertising, PPC, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing
Education
Jackson State University 2008 — 2013
BS, Mass Communication/Media Studies
Chicago Vocational Career Academy 2004 — 2008
Diploma, Mass Communication/Media Studies