Jabril Smith

1550 Munn Ave, Hillside, NJ 07205

Smithj@wra.net​ | (908)220-8969
Education
Howard University​, Washington DC
B.A. Communications, Media Management, May 2018
Western Reserve Academy​, College Preparatory School Hudson, OH
August 2010 - May 2014
Honors & Awards
Howard University Capstone Scholarship August 2014-Present
E.E. Ford Foundation Endowed Scholarship August 2010-2014
Professional Experience
SuSu Productions-​ Intern (January 2018-Present)
● Shot video on a variety of platforms; including concerts, music videos, church events, commercials, etc.
● Collaborated on creative directing to create productions
● Assisted in handling high quality film and production equipment
● Learned the process behind production
● Worked with celebrities and high officials to produce quality content
● Established connections with leading figures in the media, both in front of the lens and behind the scenes
NJ SEEDS​- Social Media Manager (2017)
● Recorded and photographed events taken place at summer College Scholars Program to post on social media.
● Prepared presentations to enhance students’ understanding of college application process.
● Interviewed students on their experience throughout the program.
NJ SEEDS​- Summer Intern (2017)
● Oversaw 40 students on a college campus as a Residential Assistant
● Performed duties as a Teacher’s Aid throughout summer program
● Created and monitored activities that enhanced the students’ communication and leadership skills
● Tutored students on their writing and reading comprehension
● Assisted students on their college application process (including Common App)
Progressive Achievers-​ Social Media Manager (2017-Present)
● Oversee all social media production and monitor all accounts on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.
● Develop ideas and construct projects with a team to strengthen social media following and promote products.
Loc Soc- ​Social Media Manager (2015-Present)
● Oversee all social media production and monitor all accounts.
● Work with a team to develop ideas and construct projects to strengthen social media following and promote
products.
Loc Soc- ​Sales Manager (2014)
● Would demonstrate how to use products and aid customers with which products would be most beneficial for
them.
● Prepared for events by packing supplies and setting up at venues.
● Added responsibilities included labeling products, preparing orders for shipment, shipping orders, and providing
customer service via phone and email.

Leadership
Howard University Campus Pals-​ Councilmember, Social Media Chair
● Create solutions to challenges the organization faces internally and externally.
● Promote events and sponsorships associated with the organization.
Howard University New Jersey Club-​ Public Relations Chair
● Promote events and sponsorships associated with the organization.
● Organize events and find ways for organization to engage with general public.
TME (The Main Event)-​ Public Relations Chair
● Promote events and sponsorships associated with the organization.
● Organize events and find ways for organization to engage with general public.

Workshops and Training

Lake Ridge Academy Diversity Forum (2012-2013)
C.H.E.R.I.S.H. Teacher Diversity Workshop (2013-2014)
C.H.E.R.I.S.H. Graduates Diversity Workshop (2013-2014)
Cleveland Council of Independent Schools Workshops (2013-2014)
Skills
Promotions | Social Media: Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat, LinkedIn, Wix, Prezi | Basic Latin | Experienced Writer and
Editor | Innovative Thinker | Project Management | Organized | Detailed | Photography |Videography |Creative Directing |