Janelle James

Janelle James

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    M.A. Creative Writing & Publishing at City University London

  • Education

    • Dacula High School

      2015 - 2019
    • Georgia State University

      2019 - 2023
      Bachelor of Arts - BA Journalism

      Activities and Societies: Phi Mu Fraternity, The Signal Newspaper, Public Relations Student Society of America, Order of Omega Honors Society Concentration in Public Relations

    • UCL

      2022 - 2022
      Study Abroad English Language and Literature, General Senior

      Summer study abroad course in British and World Literature

    • New York University

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      Summer Publishing Institute Publishing

      - Attended lectures and sessions on the complete publishing process, from acquisition and editing to marketing and sales regarding book publishing - Received an opportunity to test new ideas and learn about digital media & magazine publication- With daily lectures, panel discussions and activities, participated in skills workshops on topics like manuscript editing, social media marketing, SEO, cover letter writing, networking and more

    • Georgia State University

      2019 - 2023
      Bachelor of Arts - BA English

      Activities and Societies: Phi Mu Fraternity, The Signal Newspaper, Public Relations Student Society of America, Order of Omega Honors Society Concentration in Creative Writing

    • City, University of London

      2024 - 2025
      Master of Arts - MA Creative Writing & Publishing
  • Experience

    • The Signal

      Nov 2020 - Feb 2021
      Student Life Beat Reporter

      • Wrote and published seven articles: six were written under the Arts & Living sections, and one was written under the News section as a Feature story.

    • National Panhellenic Conference Inc.

      Jun 2021 - Sept 2021
      Recruitment Counselor

      • Served on behalf of my university's Panhellenic council to mentor, guide, and instruct young women on their journey of choosing the organization that fit them best within Greek life

    • Phi Mu Fraternity

      Dec 2021 - Dec 2022
      President

      • Works with fellow officers and committees to set the plans for the year’s activities including educational programs, membership growth, publicity, finances, social and other activities• Organizes the chapter’s efforts by implementing the goals and delegating the duties required by the Bylaws and the year’s plans • Established long term connections to the betterment of my Phi Mu chapter’s reputation on campus

    • Five Points Literary Magazine

      Jan 2022 - May 2022
      Editing & Publishing Assistant
    • Georgia State University College of Law

      Jan 2022 - May 2023
      Circulation Desk Assistant

      • Logged, organized, and checked out study room keys, textbooks, study supplies, etc to law students• Responsible for opening and closing the law library• Management of the front desk and phone calls

    • Bumble

      Jan 2022 - May 2022
      Campus Marketing Manager

      • Identified key partners and locations to execute grassroots marketing campaigns and initiatives. • Pitched guerrilla marketing ideas and execution plans to HQ for approval and implementation. • Built awareness and drove new registrations and brand awareness on campus.

    • W. W. Norton & Company, Inc.

      Feb 2024 - Sept 2024
      Editorial Assistant

      • Management and organization across three disciplines of economics, environmental science, and political science • Consistent manuscript, art log creation, art manuscript, copyediting, etc across 10+ textbooks consecutively • Intern management and delegation, conducting interviews and selecting candidates • Utilizes consistent contact with thousands of professors across the three disciplines

    • Tandem Collective

      Jan 2025 - Jan 2025
      Digital Marketing Intern
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Google Analytics Certificate

      Google
      Jul 2021
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Janelle James
      Franz Fanon Book Scholarship Recipient Georgia State University English Department May 2022 Scholarship award
    • Awarded to Janelle James
      AAPA Scholarship Recipient Atlanta Alumnae Panhellenic Association Apr 2022
    • Awarded to Janelle James
      Dean’s List Georgia State University May 2021 A semester GPA of a 3.93.
    • Awarded to Janelle James
      Dean’s List Georgia State University Dec 2020 A semester GPA of 3.99.
    • Awarded to Janelle James
      President’s List Georgia State University May 2020 A semester GPA of a 4.0.
    • Awarded to Janelle James
      Order of Omega Honors Society Greek Life at Georgia State University I am in the top 3% of all Greek Life at Georgia State University (Panhellenic, National Pan-Hellenic, Interfraternity, and Multicultural Councils) in terms of academics and my influence within Phi Mu Fraternity.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Youth Head Leader

      Issued by Vida Nueva on Oct 2016
      Vida NuevaAssociated with Janelle James