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Jordan Allen

McCalla,AL

Summary

Multimedia Journalism major with a Sports Information minor who is a hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level communication or media position beginning in May 2023. Ready to help team achieve company goals and to use skills for professional challenges while utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Sports Column Contributor

Troy University's The Tropolitan
08.2023 - Current
  • Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
  • Wrote, edited and produced stories for student ran newspaper.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current events and industry trends.
  • Collaborated with editors and other journalists to create compelling content.
  • Communicate with sources to gather news stories.

Photographer

Freelance
08.2018 - Current
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and shoots.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
  • Selected for events such as graduation parties, engagements, prom, and more.

Student Leader

Campus Outreach
01.2021 - 09.2023
  • Build relationships with college students.
  • Help official staff members plan events, greet students, and surround students with community that would ultimately introduce them to the gospel.

Social Media Content Creator Intern

OFCworkscapes, Inc.
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Organized, prioritized and managed multiple projects according to dedicated release schedule.
  • Redesign of website.
  • Develop plans for marketing content for social media.
  • Representation of OFC at various networking and community events.
  • Special projects assigned by office manager (ex: updating of product sample materials and library, and take headshots of employees)

Deli Associate

Publix Grocery Store
06.2021 - 05.2023
  • Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Carefully prepared orders by slicing, weighing, and packaging cheeses and meats and accurately calculated prices.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Provide responsive and courteous customer service accurately while building relationships with customers.

Student News Anchor

Troy Trojan Vision TV
08.2019 - 01.2023
  • Read from a teleprompter that includes all current local, national, and institutional events for Troy University
  • Gained experience working behind the scenes with audio, directing, and working with graphics for live news cast.

Barista

Starbucks
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized drinks for them.

Team Lead/Party Host Coordinator

Urban Air Trampoline And Adventure Park
08.2018 - 08.2019
  • Assign workers to their stations to watch over the customers as they jumped on the many different trampolines and attractions around the park.
  • As the party coordinator, I received many phone orders, payments, and assigned hosts to children's parties.
  • Was responsible for selling the products that Urban Air had to offer.

Social Media Manager

Clay-Chalkville High School
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Create posts for social media that highlights events and other news for the high school's journalism program

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Multimedia Journalism

Troy University
Troy, AL
07.2024

Skills

  • Grammar Usage
  • Print Media
  • Opinion Editorials
  • Social Media Platforms
  • Microsoft Office
  • Verbal Communication
  • Data Entry
  • Time Management
  • AP Style
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Timeline

Sports Column Contributor

Troy University's The Tropolitan
08.2023 - Current

Social Media Content Creator Intern

OFCworkscapes, Inc.
05.2023 - 08.2023

Barista

Starbucks
05.2022 - 08.2022

Deli Associate

Publix Grocery Store
06.2021 - 05.2023

Student Leader

Campus Outreach
01.2021 - 09.2023

Student News Anchor

Troy Trojan Vision TV
08.2019 - 01.2023

Photographer

Freelance
08.2018 - Current

Team Lead/Party Host Coordinator

Urban Air Trampoline And Adventure Park
08.2018 - 08.2019

Social Media Manager

Clay-Chalkville High School
08.2018 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Multimedia Journalism

Troy University
Jordan Allen