Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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PR Portfolio
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Jeslyn Whitehead

Winter Park

Summary

Strategic communicator and former collegiate athlete with a passion for education, nonprofit outreach, and digital marketing. Proven success in leading cross-functional campaigns, mentoring teams, and driving engagement across diverse sectors. Adept at building community partnerships, managing events, and crafting compelling content. Seeking to contribute creative leadership and mission-driven strategy to impactful organizations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Permanent Substitute Teacher/ Assistant Baseball Coach

Bishop Moore Catholic High School
08.2025 - Current
  • Delivered engaging instruction across multiple subjects and grade levels, maintaining classroom management and continuity of learning.
  • Adapted quickly to diverse teaching environments, building rapport with students and supporting their academic success.
  • Collaborated with teachers and administrators to implement lesson plans, reinforce curriculum goals, and support individualized learning needs.
  • Managed classroom transitions smoothly, ensuring a positive and productive learning environment.
  • Provided mentorship and guidance to students, fostering academic growth and social development.

President At Rollins College (FCA)

Rollins College
08.2022 - 05.2025
  • Started FCA on Rollins Campus
  • Led and organized weekly FCA meetings, fostering a Christ-centered community and engaging 80+ student-athletes in faith-based discussions and activities.
  • Oversaw outreach initiatives, including campus-wide prayer events and service projects.
  • Managed and mentored a team of 12 student leaders, providing training and support to enhance their leadership skills and spiritual growth.
  • Collaborated with local churches and faith organizations to coordinate guest speakers and workshops, enriching the spiritual development of members.
  • Oversaw event planning and budget management, ensuring efficient allocation of resources for Bible studies, and ministry events.

Representative

Rollins College
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Represented the interests and concerns of student-athletes by serving as a liaison between athletes, coaches, and administrators.
  • Collaborated with campus leadership to enhance the overall student-athlete experience through policy recommendations and program development.
  • Assisted in planning and executing community outreach events, fostering relationships between the athletic department and local organizations.
  • Advocated for student-athlete welfare, contributing to initiatives promoting mental health awareness, academic support, and athletic equity.
  • Participated in committee meetings to provide input on NCAA compliance, academic standards, and event coordination.

Intern

Revolution Sports Performance
Oakland
12.2020 - 01.2021
  • Company Overview: Oakland, FL
  • Ran the daily operations of athletes in the age groups of 14-19 years old. This included on the floor, hands on managing workout programs, throwing programs, and hitting programs.
  • Implemented the designed structured throwing and hitting programs, optimizing athlete performance and skill development.
  • Collaborated with coaches and trainers to assess athlete progress and adjust training plans to meet performance goals.
  • Maintained a safe and organized training environment, emphasizing injury prevention and proper technique during all activities.
  • Built strong rapport with athletes and their families, building a supportive atmosphere focused on trust and athletic growth.
  • Oakland, FL

Education

Masters - Strategic Communication

Rollins College
Winter Park, FL
12.2025

Bachelors - Social Innovation

Rollins College
Winter Park, FL
05.2023

Associate of Arts - Human Services

College of Central Florida
Ocala, FL
05.2021

Skills

  • Team leadership and collaboration
  • Event planning and coordination
  • Public speaking and facilitation
  • Scheduling and operations management
  • Budgeting and resource allocation
  • Adobe Photoshop proficiency
  • Student mentorship and classroom management
  • Community outreach and engagement
  • Strategic communication skills
  • Complex problem solving

PR Portfolio

Waterways to a Better Seminole County Campaign Client: Seminole Education, Restoration &

Volunteer (SERV) Program Role: Campaign Strategist & Event Coordinator

  • Developed and executed a strategic communication campaign to promote waterway restoration

and volunteerism in Seminole County

  • Conducted SWOT analysis and public demographic/psychographic research to inform campaign

direction

  • Designed targeted outreach strategies using social media, press releases, and educational

workshops

  • Created promotional materials including flyers, posters, and videos to increase public engagement
  • Coordinated a community workshop with local government officials to educate and mobilize

residents

  • Implemented evaluation metrics using surveys and analytics to measure campaign impact
  • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to manage logistics, safety, and contingency planning

for public events

  • Benchmarked SERV’s efforts against global and regional environmental organizations to identify

best practices

Graduate Campaign – Rollins College

Orlando Union Rescue Mission: “Steppin’ Out” Thanksgiving Campaign

●Co-developed a strategic communication campaign to raise awareness of Orlando’s homelessness

crisis, with a focus on children.

●Conducted client, situation, and publics analyses, including SWOT assessment and competitor

communication review.

●Designed a promotional campaign to collect 100 pairs of shoes and 100 pairs of socks for children

served by OURM.2

●Partnered with Rollins College Athletics to plan awareness events, donation drives, and social

media outreach.

●Crafted messaging tailored to donors, volunteers, and students, including slogans, opinion leader

engagement, and digital strategies.

Social Media Branding Project – Nike Campaign

●Developed a refreshed brand identity by creating a new name and logo for Nike’s social media

presence, aligning with brand values and target audience interests.

●Optimized multi-platform social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, and a third platform) to

maximize reach, engagement, and audience growth.

●Designed platform-specific content strategies, including lifestyle imagery, promotional posts, and

community engagement initiatives to strengthen brand visibility.

●Analyzed engagement metrics to track performance, identify trends, and adjust content strategies

for higher audience interaction and follower retention.

●Executed a cohesive brand voice across all channels to ensure consistent messaging and maintain

alignment with Nike’s marketing objectives.

Timeline

Permanent Substitute Teacher/ Assistant Baseball Coach

Bishop Moore Catholic High School
08.2025 - Current

President At Rollins College (FCA)

Rollins College
08.2022 - 05.2025

Representative

Rollins College
08.2021 - 05.2022

Intern

Revolution Sports Performance
12.2020 - 01.2021

Masters - Strategic Communication

Rollins College

Bachelors - Social Innovation

Rollins College

Associate of Arts - Human Services

College of Central Florida