Aaron Crawford
Hartford,IL
Summary
Creative digital media and communications professional with hands-on experience in social media strategy, public relations, and multimedia storytelling. Experienced in creating engaging multimedia content and leading promotional campaigns that increase audience engagement and strengthen organizational visibility. Skilled in storytelling, visual communication, photography, videography, and graphic design across student-led and community-focused initiatives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Investigative Journalism Intern
KTVI Fox 2
- Assisted with investigative journalism and media production projects in a fast-paced newsroom environment
- Collaborated with media professionals on research, content organization, and storytelling tasks
- Strengthened communication, production, and deadline management skills
- Internship
Freelance Photographer & Videographer
Self-Employed
01.2020 - Current
- Produced photo and video content for organizations, events, and personal brands
- Edited multimedia content for social media marketing and promotional campaigns
- Managed creative direction, visual storytelling, and client communication
- Developed experience with audience-focused content creation and brand presentation
Public Relations Chair
Black Student Union
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Led digital communication efforts for campus-wide programs and student engagement initiatives
- Designed promotional graphics and managed event marketing across social platforms
- Helped strengthen attendance and visibility for organization events through targeted promotional strategies
- Maintained consistent branding and messaging across digital content
Public Relations Chair / Chapter Historian
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. – Iota Pi Chapter
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Managed chapter branding, promotional content, and digital communication initiatives
- Created graphics, social media content, and event promotion materials to increase engagement and visibility
- Documented chapter history and events through photography, videography, and written storytelling
- Collaborated with chapter leadership to strengthen public outreach and organizational presence
Public Relations Chair
Collegiate 100
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Developed and managed social media content to promote campus events, service initiatives, and organization branding
- Created graphics, promotional videos, and marketing materials using Adobe Creative Suite and Canva
- Increased student engagement through digital campaigns and consistent online communication
- Coordinated visual coverage for events through photography and videography
- Collaborated with executive board members to strengthen community outreach and organizational visibility
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications: Media Production
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville08-2026
Skills
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Content Creation
- Graphic Design
- Video Editing
- Brand Promotion
- Community Engagement
- Photography & Videography
- Adobe Lightroom
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Canva
- Adobe Photoshop
- Public Relations
- Event Promotion
- Strategic Communication
- Visual Storytelling
Websites
Leadership & Community Involvement
Member, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. – Iota Pi Chapter, Collegiate 100 Member, Served on executive board for a year, Black Student Union Member, Served on executive board for a year, Community tutoring and volunteer service through campus initiatives
Timeline
Public Relations Chair
Black Student Union
01.2025 - 01.2026
Public Relations Chair / Chapter Historian
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. – Iota Pi Chapter
01.2025 - 01.2026
Public Relations Chair
Collegiate 100
01.2023 - 01.2025
Freelance Photographer & Videographer
Self-Employed
01.2020 - Current
Investigative Journalism Intern
KTVI Fox 2
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications: Media Production
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville