Profiles
Jessica Brown
Senior Professional in Residence
Education
M. Ed. Higher Education, Loyola University Chicago
M.A. Journalism, Syracuse University S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communication
B.A. English and Political Science, Illinois Wesleyan University
Jessica Brown began her career in journalism at The Post-Standard in Syracuse, N.Y. There she worked as an editor on the sports copy desk and as an artist in the graphics department. She later joined the graphics department at The Rockford Register Star in Rockford, Ill., and then worked on the sports desk at the Orlando Sentinel in Orlando Fla., as both a desk editor and designer. She wants to encourage SOC students to consider visual journalism and creative paths as they work toward their degree and evaluate job opportunities in their fields. Brown earned an M. Ed. in Higher Education from Loyola University in May 2017.
Specialty Area
Layout and EditingProgram Areas
Jessica Brown specializes in design, editing and multi-media storytelling. She is working toward creating an online student portfolio for visual journalism and communication projects.
Courses Taught
Public Speaking and Critical Thinking
Reporting and Writing Across Platforms
Technology for Journalists
News Editing
Introduction to Design and Editing
Magazine Design and Production
Advertising and Public Relations Design
Professional & Community Affiliations
Member, Society for News Design
Former Member, National Association of Black Journalists
Volunteer, World Sport Chicago
Awards
American Press Institute Fellowship
NABJ Visual Task Force Best Page Design
Illinois Press Association First-Place feature page design