always strapped
with my digi cam
Hi! I'm Jamie lea
An aspiring creative

RESUME

EDUCATION


James Madison University

August 2022 - May 2026

B.A., Media Arts and Design with a concentration in Creative Advertising

Study Abroad - Hue University, Hue Vietnam (June 2025)

AWARDS


2025 Broadcast Education Association Award of Excellence in the Interactive Media & Emerging Technologies’ social media category.

SKILLS


Adobe Creative Suite
Video Editing (Final Cut Pro)
Photography
Public Speaking & Presentation

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WORK EXPERIENCE


SENIOR CREATIVE EXECUTIVE
Bluestone Communications | Harrisonburg, VA | January 2026 - ongoing

Lead creative initiatives for PR-driven campaigns, ensuring accurate creative direction based on client objectives, timelines, and audience insights.
Oversee all creative work and progress of my creative team, providing feedback.Collaborate in client meetings to shape messaging, campaign direction, and creative recommendations.
• Develop strategic campaign plans, brand guidelines, and messaging frameworks to strengthen brand voice and impact.
• Contribute to brainstorming and concept development for integrated PR campaigns, including digital, social, and promotional materials.


MARKETING AND ENGAGEMENT FELLOW
JMU X-Labs | Harrisonburg, VA | August 2025- ongoing

Develop and execute creative marketing strategies to promote X-Labs’ events and programs to JMU students across digital platforms.
• Write and present creative briefs that outline goals, target audiences, and content direction to guide marketing projects.
• Design and produce content that aligns with JMU X-Labs’ mission and branding.
• Increase social media presence and engagement while tracking and analyzing platform analytics.


SERVER
Buffalo Wild Wings | Glen Allen, VA | April 2022 - ongoing

• Manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform multiple roles including hostess, cashier, kitchen expeditor, and server.
• Known for maintaining a friendly and welcoming atmosphere by consistently delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring a positive dining experience.
• Excel at serving birthday parties, sports teams, and other large events.


AQUATICS MANAGEMENT INTERN
Corolla Light Resort | Corolla, NC | May 2024 - August 2024

• Supervised staff, created weekly shift schedules, and addressed employee concerns.
• Managed opening and closing procedures for four resort pools.
• Developed and launched a new swim lesson program, including marketing and advertising initiatives.
• Organized program logistics such as lesson schedules, payment processes, and calendars.
• Conducted interviews, hired new team members, and trained all incoming staff.


REPORTER
JMU Breeze TV | Harrisonburg, VA | September 2023 - May 2024

• Reported on on-and-off campus stories through interviews, B-roll filming, and video editing.
• Produced accurate, engaging, and timely news content for broadcast and social media.
• Led “Weekend Round-Up”, a social media segment that summarized weekend events for JMU students, in which I wrote a script for, filmed, edited, and posted weekly.
• Worked closely with a team to meet deadlines, maintain journalistic integrity, and adapt stories to different platforms.