JONAH C. HODGE
Knightdfale,NC
Summary
Dynamic Registrar with extensive experience in student services, records management, and event planning. Expert in academic administration employing meticulous record-keeping and strict compliance with institutional policies. Committed to facilitating seamless student experience with problem free scheduling and registration processes. Proficient in database management and exceptional communication skills support collaboration and drives innovative solutions and supports educational goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registrar and Undergraduate Student Services Manager
UNC Department of Communication
Chapel Hill, NC
01.2018 - Current
- Manage student records using Peoplesoft system to ensure data accuracy and compliance with university policies. Serve as the one-stop source of information regarding the department, course and the major in Communication. Work to create a space of recognition and inclusion of all undergraduate students, faculty and staff. Schedule academic, independent study and Honors courses each term. Verify status of and manage the administrative needs of over 700 undergraduate Communication majors, 50 graduate students and 30 faculty members. Other tasks include: Submit and process course adjustments to student transcripts, confirm transfer credits and approve/suggest Study Abroad courses. Assist transfer, international and foreign exchange students. Manage faculty submissions of syllabi to the UNIC Online Syllabus Manage and student submissions to the Online Learning Contract Manager. Initiate department’s review and revision its pages in the University course catalog. Plan and advertise Welcome Week events in fall and coordinate graduation ceremony in spring.
SEO and PR Content Writer
Carrot-Top Industries
Hillsborough, NC
05.2015 - 04.2017
- Wrote blogs, press releases, product descriptions, company letters and additional correspondence. Developed content for landing pages. Coordinated historical research of countries from around the globe and maintained facts sheets on safety issues, flag protocols which included the proper method flag burning and flag destruction, installation of flagpoles and flag etiquette.
Instructor and Placement Test Coordinator
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC
01.2006
- Taught all high school subjects, administered placement tests and advised students on course selection and career paths. Taught in-person classes and tutorials and oversaw the delivery of instruction of online instruction for remote learners progressing toward their high school credential. Researched learning strategies and developed networks of support for students from diverse populations. Worked with students aged 17 to 70+.
Stage Manager
Starquest International
Apex, NC
07.2005 - 09.2006
- Oversaw scheduling for each show and its corresponding awards ceremony. Managed logistics for load-in and load-out of audio equipment and various production items. Organized accommodations for a production team of 10 members. Engaged with performers, coaches, judges, and parents to facilitate smooth operations. Adjusted performer schedules in response to unforeseen events.
Box Office Data Entry Coordinator
Nielson EDI
Los Angeles, CA
- Monitored overnight box offices figures and prepared summary reports to studio executives, producers and media clients of the company. Suggested (drafted) quotes and comments for independent producers and artists to deliver when speaking to the press. Developed professional relationships with independent and studio- based actors, producers and directors.
Closed-Caption Editor
Visual Sound
Los Angeles, CA
- Wrote and edited captions and subtitles for commercials, television shows and movies. Researched various items pertaining to dialogue content and story line. Managed schedule of due dates for various projects.
Story Editor and Writer
Runtledat Entertainment/ You Go Boy Productions
North Hollywood, CA
- Wrote and edited scripts. Assisted in development of projects for actor-producer Martin Lawrence to star in and produce. Managed office and staff during period of physical production.
Public Relations Coordinator
McCormick Place and Navy Pier
Chicago, IL
- Wrote brochures, newsletters, press releases and other documents to publicize and promote trade shows and Navy Pier. developed media strategies.
Public Relations Manager
United Arts Council of Wake County
Raleigh, NC
- Developed media strategies for 13 umbrella organizations and produced fundraising video.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Duke University
Durham, NCDiploma - Producing & Production Design
The Los Angeles Film School
Hollywood, CAAssociate Certificate - Producing
The UCLA Professional Program in Producing
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Excel, Microsoft Word, WordPress, PowerPoint, Final Draft, Wordpress,
- PEOPLESOFT (Connect Carolina)
- Public Relations/Crisis Management
- Writing Samples available upon request
Affiliations
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.
Timeline
Registrar and Undergraduate Student Services Manager
UNC Department of Communication
01.2018 - Current
SEO and PR Content Writer
Carrot-Top Industries
05.2015 - 04.2017
Instructor and Placement Test Coordinator
Wake Technical Community College
01.2006
Stage Manager
Starquest International
07.2005 - 09.2006
Box Office Data Entry Coordinator
Nielson EDI
Closed-Caption Editor
Visual Sound
Story Editor and Writer
Runtledat Entertainment/ You Go Boy Productions
Public Relations Coordinator
McCormick Place and Navy Pier
Public Relations Manager
United Arts Council of Wake County
Diploma - Producing & Production Design
The Los Angeles Film School
Associate Certificate - Producing
The UCLA Professional Program in Producing
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Duke University