Charles Wr ig ht
6608 Kingswood Drive
Fort Worth, Texas 76133
(684) 401-9066 | charliewright2020@yahoo.com
Online Portfolio: charwright.weebly.com
Education
Texas A&M University; College Station, Texas;
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Communications & Journalism
GPA: 3.19; April 2024
All Saints Episcopal School; Fort Worth, Texas;
GPA: 92.85/100; April 2020
Relevant Communications Coursework
Advertising Copy and Design in Agriculture and Life Sciences (AGCJ 408)
Advertising strategy, copywriting, typography and design in visual media. Created an extensive
rebranding presentation for potential use by the Texas Poultry Federation.
Advanced Research in Agriculture and Life Sciences Communications (AGCJ 411)
Development of research hypothesis, questions and variables for audience and communications
research. Implementation of qualitative and quantitative research designs. Collection, analysis,
visualization and reporting of qualitative and quantitative data. Participation in research activities to
apply research methods and analyses guided by sociological, psychological, and anthropological theories.
Produced a presentation on how to further integrate communication strategies to rural communities
with limited access to internet infrastructure.
Design and Publication in Agriculture and Life Sciences (AGCJ 405)
Survey course in the design and publication of print magazines. Served as unpaid staff member of the
AGRILEADER, a biannual publication of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M
University. Assisted in design, publication and distribution of the print magazine. This included writing two
journalism feature stories for possible publication and designing/selling advertising.
Media Writing in Agriculture and Life Sciences Courses I and II (AGCJ 313 & 314)
Study of newsgathering, writing, editing and ethics for different media types used in agriculture and
life sciences communications. Examination of interpretative news gathering and feature writing, media
law/ethics and interviewing technique. Writing assignments included such topics as agricultural
science and technology topics.
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Employment
Shaw Air Conditioning; Fort Worth, TX; Summers and College Breaks 2016 - Present
Served as Runner and Assistant for unit installations, routine service, maintenance, and unit salvaging.
Developed problem solving skills and knowledge of electrical components in heating, ventilation, and air
conditioning (HVAC) technology. Conducted individual maintenance calls, replaced circuit boards and
fan motors, and cleaned blower wheels and individual units.
Corps of Cadets Media & Marketing Department; College Station, TX; School Year January 2023 – May 2024
Employed as Special Projects Researcher and Photographer. Researched information about the history of the
Corps of Cadets for media and publication content. Created new ideas for media and marketing in Corps of
Cadets recruiting. Cultivated financial sponsorships between the Corps and high school organizations.
Produced high quality images for social media content distributed by the Corps of Cadets.
Leadership
Texas A&M Corps of Cadets Company E-2 August 2020 – May 2024
Served in the Mascot Company for Reveille X as:
• Fireteam Leader (2021-2022): Managed a team of freshman and assisted them in their day-to-day
activities, such as Corps duties, academics and personal well-being.
• Outfit First Sergeant (2022-2023): Maintained all accountability for a 60 person unit in a Corps of
45 units; ensured all members of E-2 were present or accounted for; lead drill cadence for
march-ins, served as assistant and advisor to E-2 Company commanding officer.
• Outfit Executive Officer (2023-2024): Managed outfit budget, monitored bank account of over $5,000,
issued reimbursements and worked with vendors for special merchandise orders and special events.
Served as assistant and advisor to E-2 Company commanding officer and filled role of CO in CO’s
absence.
Freshmen “Fish” Drill Team October 2020 - May 2022
• Exhibition Guidon (October 2020-April 2021): Selected out of a group of 20 to carry and perform drills with
the guidon, the physical emblem of the team, at exhibitions, competitions and special events.
• Sophomore Advisor (September 2021-April 2022): Chosen from a group of 25 candidates to be
one of eight sophomore advisors who led the Fish Drill Team to the 2022 National Championship.
Honors and Acheivements
• Hollingsworth Certificate in Applied Ethical Leadership; Texas A&M University; 2024
• National Championship; Texas A&M Corps of Cadets, Fish Drill Team; Tulane University/Mardi Gras Drill
Meet; 2022
• Academic GPA Award Ribbon; Texas A&M Corps of Cadets, Company E-2; 2022
• Best Drilled Cadet in Battalion; Texas A&M Corps of Cadets, Company E-2; 2021
• Eagle Scout; Boy Scout Troop 97, Fort Worth, Texas; 2019
Charles Wr ig ht
Community Service
• Acolyte; All Saints Episcopal Church, Fort Worth, TX; 2009-2020
• Volunteer; Big Event, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX; Spring Semesters 2020-2024
Special Skills
• Extensive knowledge of photography and camera settings, with a focus on Nikon and Cannon
products.
• Certifications in LinkedIn, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
• Proficient in skills with Lightroom and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Writing and editing in the Associated Press format and styleguide.
• Experienced in multiple social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook and Snapchat.
