About

Greetings,

I enjoy helping individuals create the ideas in their mind through the written word and visual design.

My passion for mass media began as a Reporter for the student-run newspaper, "Washburn Review," at Washburn University in Topeka, Kan. My skills in organization, time management and project management led my experience in copywriting, copy editing, graphic design, and social media management.

I invest my time in projects that encourage creativity, promote growth and establish data-driven results.

When I'm not working on career projects, I enjoy creating art, reading novels, spending quality time with loved ones and enjoying the simple moments of life.

Resume

Shayndel Jones
shaynbjones@gmail.com

Objective:

Seeking a full-time mass media position utilizing skills in journalism, graphic design and project management.

Skills:

Graphic design experience creating flyers, promotional graphics, social media graphics and printed publications
Implementing brand identity and strategy
Multimedia projects using photography and videography
News writing and editing using AP style
Social media campaign management, advertising and analytics reporting
Strong attention to detail, project management and leadership
Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team
Experienced researching information, analyzing results and prioritizing tasks

Programs/Software:

Graphic design programs: Adobe Creative Cloud InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator; Canva
Photo/video editing programs: Adobe Creative Cloud Premiere Pro, Edius, Videoleap and iMovie
Social media platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Snapchat and YouTube
Social media publishing software: Social News Desk
Content publishing software: Arc
Content management system: ENPS
Live streaming software: vMix, Facebook Live and YouTube Live
Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Google Drive

Education:

Bachelor of Arts, Mass Media, Emphasis: Contemporary Journalism, May 2019

Art Minor - Focus on Graphic Design

Washburn University, Topeka, KS

Cum Laude Honors

Mass Media Departmental Honors

Study Abroad: Paris, France, March 2017

Media Experience:

WIBW-TV - Topeka, KS

Assignment Editor - August 2024 - Present

Plan and organize daily events for the newsroom; take phone calls, file and organize news tips, information and events that are sent to WIBW-TV.
E-mail daily calendar of events to the newsroom with established plan for each day.
Work closely with the News Director to determine which news and events to assign to reporters versus photojournalists.
Keep tabs on local media outlets, meeting agendas, social media pages, law enforcement scanner pages and events planned around NE Kansas.
Facilitate editorial meetings.
Assist the Digital Content Manager with content writing, researching, copy editing and proofreading for website articles.
Assist newscast producers with video elements for newscasts.
Assist with live streaming major news conferences and events using vMix software.
Assist with social media publishing to Facebook and X using Social News Desk.
Assist with designing graphics for the Morning Show.

Digital Content Producer - Feb. 2023 - August 2024

Wrote content for WIBW.com by research and press releases from organizations
Maintained and scheduled hourly social media posts on Facebook and X using Social News Desk

Kansas Department for Children and Families - Topeka, KS

Digital Communications Specialist - January 2022 - October 2022

Planned, edited, organized and designed social media campaigns for agency initiatives on Facebook, X, Instagram and LinkedIn
Designed graphics for social media posts and cover pages in various sizes and formats.

Kansas Highway Patrol - Topeka, KS

Publications Writer - June 2019 - November 2021

Wrote, edited, organized and compiled content for social media, newsletters, yearbooks and media releases

Advisors Excel - Topeka, KS

Copywriter Intern - July 2017 - September 2018

Wrote content for employee newsletter and advisors to assist the Strategic Communications team.

Activities & Honors:

Shayn's Art Studio

Owner & Artist - January 2025 - Present

Manage a small business as an artist out of my home art studio.
Design logo and social media graphics.

Topeka Art Guild

Marketing Board Member - January 2025 - Present

Assist with marketing, social media, event planning and sponsorship.
Designed brochure for sponsorship information.

Sigma Alpha Iota Topeka Alumnae Chapter (Women’s Music Fraternity)

Editor & Social Media Administrator - October 2020 - January 2026

Managed chapter’s social media on Facebook and Instagram and assist with fundraising and event planning.
Designed social media graphics

Named Most Outstanding Student in Washburn University Student Media by Mass Media Department - April 2019