The curriculum was intensive in Associated Press Style writing and

combining new and old media for effective communication.

Supplemental classes in photography, graphic design,

advertising and racial diversity in the media also provided groundwork of

additional, essential skills.

BJJacob Bush

Current Employer

Current Education

421 Wright StreetBreckenridge, MI 48615989.533.9431email:bush1jd@cmich.edujbush1223@gmail.com

Dick’s Studio of Ithaca/DS Events United Way of Gratiot County

Freelance Photography & Graphic Design

Digital Discovery Journalism Workshop

Photographer & Graphic Designer Public Relations Intern

Public Relations Intern

Ithaca, MI | July 2010 - Present Alma, MI | January 2015 - May 2015

Alma, MI | October 2011 - Present

Mt. Pleasant, MI | June 2013

-Photographed events, action and portraits for clients.

-Edited and printed photos on site for client events.

-Created advertising and social media pieces for mini sessions, events

and sales.-Created portrait, photobooth and

underclass client information pieces as part of rebranding effort.

-Sold images and rights on site following portrait sessions.

-Wrote news releases to notify the county of a fundraiser with Biggby Coffee and results of annual banquet.-Redesigned organizational brochure.-Wrote stories for monthly newsletter.-Created social media pieces to illustrate partner organization success stories.

-Assembled a school year based calendar for the Breckenridge Sports Boosters, complete with advertisements and photography.-Created wedding story books for the Rosewood Inn following client events.-Photographed weddings and managed photography schedules for clients.-Created presentation videos and video montages for the Rosewood Inn and Oasis church.

SPECIALTIESSKILLS

Central Michigan University Mt. Pleasant, MI

September 2012 - May 2016Bachelor’s of Science Degree in

Journalism Public Relations Concentration

-Associated Press Style of writing-News release writing

-News and feature writing-Editing and proofreading

-Speechwriting-Event and portrait photography and lighting

-Audacity-Windows Movie Maker

Academic & Employment History

Delta College | University Center, MI

Alma College | Alma, MI

January 2012 - August 2012 | May - July 2015

August 2011 - December 2011

Classes fulfilled basic educational requirements, including Fundamentals of Oral Communication and Media Ethics and Law.

Classes fulfilled basic educational requirements, including Fundamentals of Public Relations and Everyday Law.

Breckenridge Community Schools| Breckenridge, MI

Breckenridge Community Schools| Breckenridge, MI

Breckenridge High School, Class of 2011 Valedictorian

Brecksonian YearbookSeptember 2008 - May 2011

September 2009 - May 20112011: Editor-In-Chief, led staff in theme development, design, writing, photography and administrative duties.2010: Assistant Editor, worked as assistant to leadership duties.2009: Copy and Caption Editor, performed initial proofreading.

AWARDSHONORS

-Central Michigan University, President’s List (2012-2013); Honors List (2014)-Delta College, Vice President’s List (2012)-Alma College, Dean’s List (2011)-2011 Michigan Interscholastic Press Association All State Journalism Staff (Yearbook)-National Scholastic Press Association/Journalism Educators Association 8th place Yearbook Best of Show (2012)-NSPA/JEA 2nd place Yearbook Best of Show (2011)-NSPA/JEA 3rd place Yearbook Best of Show (2010)