NAY’RON JENKINS

Emerging Journalist

Contact
(352) 538- 6053
npjenkins1@icloud.com

Skills

  • ENPS

  • Adobe Premiere Pro

  • Final Cut Pro

  • Adobe Encoder

  • Adobe Illustrator

  • Adobe Express

  • Newsroom Server

  • Broadcast Writing

  • Print Writing

  • Social Media Proficiency

Athletics

• Division I Scholarship Football Player at Florida A&M University

•   Captain of the football team

•   Student Athlete Advisory Committee President

•   Most Consistent Academic Player: 2022-2023

•   2025 Preseason All South Western Athletic Conference First Team

•   2025 Preseason Boxtorow All American

•   2025 HBCU Black College Football Player of the Year Watchlist

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Profile


Driven and passionate Broadcast Journalism student at Florida A&M University with extensive experience in mentorship, leadership, and community engagement. Skilled in storytelling, active listening, and organizational leadership, with a proven ability to guide and inspire others through volunteer work and student initiatives. Experienced in coaching, tutoring, and leading programs that empower youth, while maintaining a strong record as a student-athlete and leader in collegiate athletics. Committed to leveraging communication skills and real-world experience to create impactful narratives and meaningful connections.

Volunteer & Work Experiencee


Staff WriterThe Famuan, Tallahassee, FL
October 2025 – Present

  • Research, write, and edit news articles, features, and campus updates for print and online publication, maintaining journalistic standards.

  • Conduct interviews with students, faculty, and administrators to provide accurate and engaging coverage of campus events.

  • Collaborate with editors and other staff members to develop story ideas, meet deadlines, and ensure consistent quality across all publications.

Associate ProducerFAMU TV 20 News at 5, Tallahassee, FL
September 2025 – Present

  • Assist in planning, scripting, and producing Monday newscasts, ensuring timely and accurate coverage of campus and local events.

  • Coordinate interviews and getting B-roll from local events and monuments.

  • Collaborate with production team members to manage technical operations, story flow, and quality control for live and recorded segments.

Media InternOmega Lamplighters, Tallahassee, FL
June 2025 – August 2025

  • Assisted in creating multimedia content, including videos and social media posts, to promote community events and initiatives.

  • Conducted interviews and coordinated with team members to highlight stories and programs for local outreach.

  • Supported event coverage and documentation, enhancing audience engagement and helped expand the organization’s media presence.

Summer Camp Counselor & MentorFAMU Upward Bound Math Science, Tallahassee, FL
June 2024 – July 2025

  • Supervised and guided high school students through educational and recreational summer programming.

  • Facilitated test preparation and academic workshops in science and mathematics.

  • Recognized as Best Male Counselor of Summer 2024 for exceptional leadership, mentorship, and student engagement.

English TutorFAMU TRIO Student Support Services, Tallahassee, FL
January 2024 – Present

  • Supports students in developing strong writing and grammar skills through one-on-one tutoring sessions.

  • Provides feedback and editing guidance for essays, reports, and academic writing assignments.

  • Assists students in crafting and refining resumes and personal statements to strengthen professional communication.

Huddle Leader & Flag Football CoachFellowship of Christian Athletes, Tallahassee, FL
April 2023 – Present

  • Leads weekly Bible studies and team discussions promoting faith, leadership, and teamwork.

  • Coaches elementary school students in flag football fundamentals and sportsmanship.

  • Builds mentorship relationships with youth, fostering confidence both on and off the field.

Education


Bachelor of Science in Broadcast Journalism
Florida A&M University — Tallahassee, FL
Jun 2022 – Present

High School Diploma
FW Buchholz High School — Gainesville, FL
Aug 2018 – May 2022

College Leadership Experiences


•   New York Giants Future Leadership & Mentorship Program Delegate

•    NFL Future Leaders in Football Forum Attendee

•    AT&T Dream In Black Delegate

•   Big Ten Big Life Series : Selma to Montgomery Delegate

•   United States Tennis Association Arizona State University + Global Silicon Valley summit Attendee

•   Fellowship of Christian Athletes football mission trip to Argentina in 2024 & 2025

•   TRIO Student Support Services Scholar