Ashton L.

Jackson
919-637-6929 | ashtonljax@gmail.com | ashtonlcjackson.wordpress.com

EDUCATION
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University | Greensboro, NC

Bachelor of Science in Journalism Mass Communication May 2021

Concentration: Multimedia Journalism

SKILLS
Computer: Microsoft Office, Adobe Premiere, Adobe Spark
Other: Web Content Development, Blogging, Hosting, Social Media Advertising, Audio Content Development

INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
Spruced LLC | Morrisville, NC May 2020 – August 2020
Public Relations, Social Media Management
● Oversight of daily communication exchange between the company and its audience
● Monitoring user engagement and suggesting content optimization
● Increasing brand awareness by improving marketing efforts

Natural and Proud Sistas | Greensboro, NC August 2019 – May 2020

Marketing and Media Relations
● Maintaining all N.A.P.S. electronic communications mediums
● Overseeing marketing presented by student committee members.
● Creating engaging flyers and promotional videos for all
events and meetings

James B. Dudley High School | Greensboro, NC January 2018 – May 2018

Assistant Teaching
● Assisting with lesson planning and grading.
● Engaging in community outreach initiatives.
● Working closely with students for academic and extracurricular success.
● Aiding in record keeping.

WORK EXPERIENCE
A&T Register | Greensboro, NC
Reporter August 2020 – Present
● Developing and writing content for articles.
● Editing grammar and content to ensure excellent readership
● Investigating and conducting insightful interviews

Durham Parks and Recreation | Durham, NC

Recreation Specialist June 2020 – August 2020
● Creating and leading participants in recreational indoor and outdoor activities
● Utilizing personal care, mobility, and communication skills
● Enforcing appropriate safety regulations

ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Dean’s List: Fall 2017 - Spring 2018 / Fall 2019, Chancellor’s List: Fall 2018, Mentee with Thrive
Women’s Empowerment Inc., Member of the National Association of Black Journalists: Fall 2019 –
Present, Student University Activities Board Intern: 2019-2020, Student University Activities Board
Evening and Weekend Chair: 2020-2021