Janean L. Watkins

About Janean L. Watkins

Janean L. Watkins is a multidisciplinary storyteller, content creator, and creative…

Experience

1. Owner Lead Designer

   Urban Matrix Creative Solutions Llc

   Aug 2016 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

   Directed creative and digital operations for Urban Matrix, a multimedia platform and design agency supporting small businesses, nonprofits, and media clients. Oversaw web and brand design, social media strategy, and client relations from concept to delivery. Designed and maintained websites, publications, and campaigns that enhanced visibility and engagement, while managing scheduling, communications, and project workflows across digital platforms.

Education

• Western International University

  AA, Associate of Arts

  2005 — 2005

• Northeastern Illinois University

  Bachelors, History, African and African American Studies

  2009 — 2013

• Wilbur Wright College - City Colleges of Chicago

  AA, Emphasis in Elementary Education

  2005 — 2009

Skills

• Ap Style Format
• Management
• Audio-Visual Production
• Research
• Newspapers
• Facebook
• Teaching
• Time Management
• Indesign 5.5
• Event Management
• Training and Mentoring
• Print Media Organizing
• Publishing
• Event Planning
• Higher Education
• Web Design, Database, Spreadsheet Design
• Blogging
• Nonprofits
• Public Speaking
• Editing
• Event Planning and Execution
• Books
• Youth Development Certification
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Video
• Publications
• Copy Editing
• Corel
• Researching, Engaging, Securing Guests Speakers
• Program Coordination
• Grant Writing
• Creative Writing
• Community Outreach
• Training
• Microsoft Office
• Strategic Planning
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Storytelling
• Reporting, Interviewing, Story Writing
• Photography