James Schechner
New York,New York
Summary
Student at Emory University, studying my dual passions of Political Science and English/Creative Writing. Having dedicated my high school career to learning about and understanding my two core academic interests, I am beyond excited to continue this understanding in college while acquiring more practical experience. I am interested in poetry, film analysis, activism, legal history and theory, and cross-cultural communication. My overall goal is always to spread knowledge and positivity—be that through a ballot box, heartwarming story, or genuine human connection.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Media Manager
No Strings Attached
Atlanta, GA
12.2025 - Current
- Operated and created all social media content for No Strings Attached, an established Emory University music group
- Managed collaborations with other campus groups and non-Emory nonprofit organizations
Tutor
HunterPrep
New York, NY
08.2025 - Current
- Created and taught test prep material to gifted 5th- and 6th-graders.
- Helped several students gain entry into Hunter College High School and raised others' State Test grades significantly.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student performance and improvement strategies.
Teaching Intern
Hunter College High School
New York, United States
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Teaching Intern for one 9th grade World History ("Global") class. Created and taught several lessons throughout the year, including one full unit near the end of the school term. Aided in structuring and grading student assignments, and provided direct help to students for major projects and assignments.
Student Filmmaker
Applause
New York, United States
09.2021 - 06.2025
- Student filmmaker at Applause New York, in such positions as Director, Writer, Production Designer, and Producer. Received film awards such as the Mokhko International Film Festival's best student film award (win, writer), Shorted Film Festival's Short of the Month (nomination, co-producer), and the All American High School Film Festival's Best Comedy award (nomination, writer/co-director).
Speechwriter
Mirza for Westchester
Westchester, NY
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Wrote all major speeches and press releases for the Mirza for Westchester District Attorney campaign.
- Advised on both campaign and trial strategy, with a focus on social media outreach.
Chapter Co-Founder
Democratic Socialists of America
New York, United States
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Concurrent with my time running The Left Wing, I also co-founded and managed an unofficial (recognized but not formally organized) chapter of the Young Democratic Socialists of America, a subgroup of the Democratic Socialists of America. In addition to my work within The Left Wing, being the co-founder and manager of this YDSA/DSA chapter entailed attending and contributing to several larger, cross-chapter events and activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science, English
Emory University
Atlanta, GA05-2029
Dual Enrollment - Criminal Law
Hunter College
High School Diploma - undefined
Hunter College High School
Skills
- Social media management
- Photo and video editing
- Logical problem solving
- Content creation
Timeline
Social Media Manager
No Strings Attached
12.2025 - Current
Tutor
HunterPrep
08.2025 - Current
Teaching Intern
Hunter College High School
09.2024 - 06.2025
Speechwriter
Mirza for Westchester
09.2023 - 03.2024
Chapter Co-Founder
Democratic Socialists of America
11.2022 - 06.2023
Student Filmmaker
Applause
09.2021 - 06.2025
High School Diploma - undefined
Hunter College High School
Bachelor of Science - Political Science, English
Emory University
Dual Enrollment - Criminal Law
Hunter College
Courses
- Intro to Political Science (A)
- Statistical Modeling (A)
- Intermediate Poetry (A)
- Special Topics in Philosophy: Imitating Reality (A)
- Environmental Science (A)