JaJuan Malachi Morris - Guity, M.A.

Capture multimedia content such as video interviews, photos, audio clips, and written narratives—ideal for the Hub’s website, newsletters, social media, or internal publications Edit and produce multimedia packages tailored for diverse platforms (online, mobile, print), integrating storytelling with visuals, audio, and text Collaborate with program directors (like those overseeing youth, wellbeing, or workforce services) to highlight impactful narratives tied to strategic goals Work closely with communications or marketing staff, aligning storytelling with broader campaigns, reports, or events Edit with accessible tools (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Canva) Adapt content for multiple channels: social media (short, engaging clips or graphics), long-form web features, email newsletters and printed materials

• Conducted in-depth interviews with influential figures in contemporary music, including Uncle Waffles, Pusha T, Jacquees, Leon Thomas, Sickamore, Teezo Touchdown, Ne-Yo, Fat Joe, Tink, Steve Stoute, Davido, Tierra Whack and more. • Authored and contributed to 250+ comprehensive articles and counting. • Collaborated closely with primary editors Trey Mangum and J. Dakar on content revisions, ensuring accuracy, quality, and alignment with editorial guidelines. • Utilized a Content Management System (CMS) to upload articles directly to the Blavity homepage.

• Delivered 7-9 Instagram and 2-3 TikTok content creations each day. • Develop and regularly populate a social content calendar to hit key dates, cultural event anniversaries, live and tentpole events • Reviewed analytics data regularly to identify areas of improvement in our campaigns. • Assisted in developing strategies for increasing followers and engagement rates. • Managed the daily operations of all assigned social media accounts. • Developed and maintained company corporate image and identity using logos and signage. Collaborate with the Editor-In-Chief and Editorial Director to ensure alignment with Okayplayer's editorial voice and content initiatives • Project management on branded, sponsored and organic content plays for Okayplayer across platforms such as: Twitter, , Instagram, TikTok + YouTube Shorts • Cultivate compelling visual graphics on Canva for Socials • Pitch social media activations for all visiting guests to the Okayplayer offices that include but are not limited to: Lalah Hathaway, Nailah Blackman, PJ Morton, Abby Jasmine, Hurricane Wisdom, Blxst, and more • Lead analysis and track qualitative data to measure audience engagement and drive partnership decisions • Create and implement storytelling playbook and creative asset templates for social first franchises, red carpet coverage and IRL music festival executions • Facilitate collaborations with artists & influencers for original content and live social programming • Monitor and transform breaking news and trends into real-time reactive content • Produce exclusive artists features and live social programming from start to finish • Grow the OKP social audience from 507K to 537K, increase impressions by 1.9M, engagements by 19M, and video views by 150% • Shoot and edit social first content on Adobe Premiere • Conduct live coverage of major media events (BET Awards 2024, Essence Fest, "Almanac Of Rap" podcast launch parties, Spotify "The Gold Standard")

Conducted interviews and produced entertainment/music driven articles. Some of my former collaborators include Ray BLK, Marzz, Afro B, Malú Trevejo, Real Boston Richey, Talia Goddess and more.

Primarily responsible for conducting interviews, producing articles, movie reviews and media coverage for four popular events throughout the New York City area every month.

Interviewed notable musicians Some of my former clientele include Rosemarie, Ray BLK, Tink, Mariah The Scientist, Young Thug and more.

Supported production and digital packaging for Nightline, assisting with media management, script refinement, and promotional teases for broadcast and online distribution. Pitched, produced, and published digital-first editorial content and video assets for GMA Digital, translating broadcast segments into audience-friendly web stories. Conducted interviews for digital features, contributing reported content optimized for web and social platforms. Served as associate producer on two long-form investigative specials, coordinating research, asset organization, and production workflows for nationally distributed programming.

• Orchestrated the development and launch of PlanYourVaccine.com, coordinating exercising any issues and bugs during the process • Compiled and verified COVID-19 vaccine data for 13 U.S. states, employing rigorous research methodologies and collaboration with state health authorities to ensure accuracy and completeness.

• Wrote multiple evergreen articles for BET Awards 2021 promotional rollout.

Monitored breaking political developments and competitor coverage to support real-time editorial decision-making. Used iNews and Avid MediaCentral to manage scripts, research materials, and transcription workflows efficiently. Tracked high-impact public statements and social media activity to inform rapid coverage updates. Researched and synthesized complex political developments into concise internal briefs distributed across NBC News and MSNBC teams.

Wrote, produced, and edited 5–10 fast-turn digital news stories weekly using CMS platforms, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and timely publication. Drafted and scheduled social media posts to promote breaking news and feature content, driving audience engagement and referral traffic. Partnered with the News 4 New York digital team to align content strategy with broader newsroom and brand objectives. Balanced speed with editorial standards in a high-volume, deadline-driven newsroom environment.

Conducted competitive digital analysis to identify SEO and audience growth opportunities, contributing to a 10% increase in site authority. Monitored real-time analytics to track performance trends and improve keyword rankings, resulting in a 15% lift in search visibility. Collaborated with editorial, product, and social teams to optimize headlines, metadata, and on-site presentation, increasing click-through and engagement rates. Applied audience insights to inform content packaging and distribution strategies across platforms.

Ida B. Wells Scholar

I attended Morehouse College for the Spring Semester of 2017 as an exchange student.