Jaykwon Thompson
Killeen,TX
Summary
Dynamic Journalist bringing 3 years of experience. Hardworking and reliable with entrepreneurial spirit and passion for developing and reporting engaging content. Versed in writing and editing for multiple digital media platforms, social media, and online platforms.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Editor-in-Chief for the Bells Newspaper
University Of Mary Hardin Baylor
Belton, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Adhered to ethical guidelines and standards to promote responsible publication and media practices.
- Collaborated with Director to develop publication website, blogs, and social media presence.
- Maintained professional, friendly, and productive relationships with coaches, athletes, and team representatives to stay updated on team strategies, changes, and victories.
- Communicated directly with reporters to assess stories and improve the quality of work.
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Interviewed sources and developed relationships with informants to obtain vital information for stories.
- Guided and motivated staff to achieve demanding targets under tight deadlines.
- Assigned various topics and story concepts to three writers for coverage
Podcast Intern
ItrainU Sports Performance
Killeen, Texas
01.2022 - Current
- Evaluated live broadcasts to assess signal strength, content and compliance with FCC standards, protecting station revenue and preventing legal concerns.
- Assessed final products to check quality and consistency with creative vision.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
- Reviewed scripts to determine most appropriate methods to use for directing both actors and crew members.
- Evaluated scripts to identify creative strategies and resource needs for effective production.
Sportswriter
Belton Journal
Belton, TX
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Followed up on leads for information regarding news and events.
- Established and maintained relationships with credible sources.
- Wrote news stories, developed leads, and constructed headlines.
- Completed assigned pieces and developed independent stories.
- Reported on various athletic events and programs to provide interesting sports stories.
Volunteer Journalist for the Bell's Newspaper
University Of Mary Hardin
Belton, Texas
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Performed research and checked all facts to maintain high standards of journalistic integrity.
- Pursued and developed stories independently and for assignment, covering diverse ranges of topics.
- Followed through on beat sources, contacts, and leads to gather information for stories.
- Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
- Organized material, determined area of emphasis, and wrote stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
- Increased the output and productivity of the Bells Newspaper by 10%.
Script Supervisor for the Short Film Silence
CRU Films
Belton, TX
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Read scripts to double-check for continuity.
- Watched scenes before and after post-production to check for continuity and script adherence.
- Provided actors with dialog start points and other details for pick-up shots.
- Established seamless productions of Silence.
- Production increased by 8% faster under supervision.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, TX12.2021
Skills
- Interviewing skill
- Investigations expertise
- Public Opinion Understanding
- Media Operations Knowledge
- Collaboration
- Story development
- Teamwork
- Excellent work ethic
- Good listening skills
- Critical thinking
Additional Information
My father Staff sergeant Anthony Thompson was a war hero that served with distinction in two wars; the Kosovo war and finally the Iraq war before he died in 2003. A reserve center was opened commemorating his life service in Orangeburg South Carolina where I gave a speech for the occasion.
Affiliations
Rebecca McEntee : (512)-699-1787
Maggie Lohmiller: (254) 295-4557
Timeline
Podcast Intern
ItrainU Sports Performance
01.2022 - Current
Editor-in-Chief for the Bells Newspaper
University Of Mary Hardin Baylor
08.2021 - Current
Sportswriter
Belton Journal
08.2021 - 01.2022
Volunteer Journalist for the Bell's Newspaper
University Of Mary Hardin
09.2019 - 09.2020
Script Supervisor for the Short Film Silence
CRU Films
09.2019 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor