Jada Ingleton
Wheaton,Maryland
Summary
As a 22-year-old journalist, my biggest goal is to gain as much opportunity and knowledge as I can within the work force and my career field. In my academic life, I am driven; focused; passionate; creative; reliable; eager to learn. Where the work force is concerned, I would consider myself the exact same way. I am a quick learner with an enthusiastic attitude and friendly personality. In any company or publication, I aim to excel (at) and contribute to communications, organization, teamwork, and offering the necessary qualities to a group or program to help it thrive. In my experience with academic and local publications, my skillset includes: writing, editing (mostly copy; basic level for video/audio), In-Design layout, leadership, team bonding/building, hosting and planning events, and more.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Equity Fellow
The Washington Informer
, DC
05.2024 - Current
- Attended conferences and seminars relevant to Fellow job roles and responsibilities.
- Curated daily newsletter
- Copy editing weekly newspaper
- Contributed monthly digital equity stories, amongst other beats/sections
- Worked with other fellows and interns on collaborative assignments and campaigns
- Shadowed managing editor in editorial/administrative assignments
- Contributed weekly Washington Informer stories
Fellow
Dow Jones News
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Completed a 2-week program where I worked with Dow Jones and Marketwatch associates/editors
- Attended journalism courses at Columbia University for 10 days
- Breaking news reporting
- Collaborated with other fellows on joint news assignments
Editor-in-Chief
101 Magazine
Washington
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Gained practical experience managing a large staff while juggling leadership duties like publishing, editing, and assigning story assignments; representing the publication in all collegiate affairs; and upholding the organization's established workflow while also working to enhance the content and reputation.
- Held weekly editorial meetings to generate publication ideas and review staff recommendations.
- Proofed copy to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation and syntax.
- Developed editorial strategies for print and digital media in order to maximize readership and engagement.
- Oversaw artwork, layout and printing, adhering to deadlines and budget requirements.
- Consulted with management and editorial staff regarding placement and story development.
- Oversaw the production process from start to finish including proofreading, printing and distribution.
- Coordinated with designers to create visually appealing layouts for articles or publications.
- Wrote stories, articles, or newsletters for publication.
- Managed a team of editors, writers and other staff members responsible for creating high-quality content.
- Developed story or content ideas, considering reader or audience appeal.
Copy Editing Intern
The Washington Informer
, DC
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Shadowed Washington Informer managing editor in bi-daily responsibilities of running the weekly editorial and staff meetings.
- Enhanced following skills: time management, delegation, and multitasking
- Reviewed and edited copy for grammar, punctuation, accuracy, clarity, consistency, and style.
- Researched information sources to verify accuracy of content.
- Proofread and corrected errors in text to ensure content conformed to established standards of quality.
- Assisted with the preparation of publication.
- Collaborated with editorial staff members on projects involving multiple authors or contributors.
- Performed research as needed in order to gain additional knowledge about topics being covered in publications.
Editorial Intern
Legacy Magazine
Miami, FL
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Further developed communications skills – both written and orally
- Learned the operational side of a magazine (ie. prepping and scheduling photoshoots, working with honorees to obtain information needed for featured editions, etc.)
- As a summer intern, I shadowed and assisted the editorial team in day-to-day operations on the administrative front, including acting as an assistant to the editor-in-chief and playing a facilitating role in managing editorial content, deadlines, and communications with story subjects and reporters.
- Covered pre-story for the traditional Orange Blossom Classic game, where I attended a promotional event and interviewed Howard alumni Wendy Raquel Robinson and Yandy Smith.
- Developed and practiced crucial skills in communications, leadership.
- As a fall intern, I continued with my administrative role while honing my reporting skills by covering events, such as the Miami Book Fair.
- Attended local events to cover and report stories.
- Caption writing
- Light proofing
Copy Editor/Assistant Editor
101 Magazine
Washington
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Served as as a copy editor, staff writer, and managing editor's assistant
- Developed reporting abilities and broadened understanding of AP Style
- As assistant editor, I assisted our former editor-in-chief in many of our administrative tasks, which gave me the opportunity to gain additional knowledge about the management and operational aspects of magazine publishing.
Personal Assistant
ATL Home Health Corp.
Miramar, FL
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Responsible for handling and communicating all business-related phone calls, emails, and text messages
- Worked closely with the insurance companies of our agency to help fulfill the needs of staff and patients.
- Worked closely with my supervisor to compose business letters, register new hires in person and in background databases, and staff the patients' schedules when there was a vacancy in one of our cases.
- Responsible for the insurance billing for several patients in HHAExchange and Tellus.
Freelance Transcriptionist
Freelance Opportunity
Washington, DC
03.2023 - 04.2023
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Reviewed audio recordings and transcribed them accurately into written documents.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Journalism
Howard University
Washington, DC05-2024
High school diploma -
West Broward High School
Pembroke Pines, FL06.2020
Skills
- Computer Skills
- Writing Skills
- Communications
- Tutoring
- Classroom Management
- Journalism
- Written Communication
- Public Speaking
- Editing
- Growing Experience
- Typing
- Video Production
- Video Editing
- Adobe Premiere
- Adobe Audition
- Canva
- English
- Pitch writing
- Communication skills
- Adobe InDesign
- Layout Design
- Photography
- Blogging/Vlogging
- Video Creation and Editing
- AP Style
- WordPress
- Event and Story Coverage
- Leadership and Task Delegation
- Copywriting and Editing
Accomplishments
- One of the 2024 HBCU Media Collective Dow Jones News Fund Fellow
- Comcast Digital Equity Local Voices Lab Fellow Through Word in Black
Timeline
Digital Equity Fellow
The Washington Informer
05.2024 - Current
Fellow
Dow Jones News
05.2024 - 06.2024
Copy Editing Intern
The Washington Informer
01.2024 - 04.2024
Editor-in-Chief
101 Magazine
08.2023 - 05.2024
Editorial Intern
Legacy Magazine
07.2023 - 12.2023
Freelance Transcriptionist
Freelance Opportunity
03.2023 - 04.2023
Copy Editor/Assistant Editor
101 Magazine
01.2023 - 07.2023
Personal Assistant
ATL Home Health Corp.
06.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelor's degree - Journalism
Howard University
High school diploma -
West Broward High School
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