Mark S.

Alston Jr
443-889-1796 ​|​ ​msalston@aggies.ncat.edu

EDUCATION
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University ​Greensboro, NC (3.24 G.P.A)
Bachelor of Science in Journalism & Mass Communication (Multimedia) December​ 2020

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Content Creation Specialist offering 3 plus years of experience in photography and videography as
well as proficiency in writing and management. A detail-oriented key team player, able to work with groups to
achieve goals and expand upon ideas for the growth of industry clients and professionals. Holding multiple
campus leadership positions and promoting a positive image amongst peers in and out of my field of study.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Puff Media - Greensboro, NC ​July 2018 – Present
Owner
● Photograph, record video, edit and upload content to active portfolio
● Building relevant network opportunities and furthering social media impact
Marching Machine Media - Greensboro, NC ​July 2020 – Present
Production Intern
● Video Production, production assistant, lead videographer
● Set up audio and visual equipment for shoots
● Create and edit video for social media
R Squared Logistics (Fedex Ground) ​May 2020 – Present
Driver
● Time management skills
● Interpersonal communication skills
● Teamwork
Kappa Kappa Psi - Greensboro, NC ​April 2019 – May 2020
Historian
● Keep written and pictorial records of all engagements within the fraternity
● Create flyers , social media posts and interact with general audience
● Create videos and photos to help brand of the organization
Ten Web TV - Greensboro, NC ​ February 2020 -- May 2020
Production Intern
● Teaching Assistant who provided guidance throughout instruction period
● Administrative assistance in providing a pleasant experience for students and staff

SKILLS
● Microsoft Office Suite
● Google Suite
● Adobe (Premiere, Audition, Photoshop etc.)
● Final Cut Pro X
● Marketing and Branding for social media
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Chancellor’s List: Spring 2018 Dean’s List: Spring 2018, Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Spring 2020, Fall 2020
ORGANIZATIONS
NC A&T Blue and Gold Marching Machine July 2016 - May 2020
Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity Inc. April 2019 - December 2020
National Association of Black Journalist J​ anuary 2018- Present