ABOUT ME
SYDNEY JEAN-SIMON
BASED IN LOS ANGELES
Hi, I'm Sydney Jean-Simon!
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I attended Pepperdine University where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Marketing Communications, minor in Multimedia Design, and a Certificate in Conflict Management at the Pepperdine Straus Institute.
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While my home is in Boston, MA, I currently reside in Los Angeles where I look forward continuing to work in design, entertainment, marketing, photography, and real estate.
EDUCATION
Pepperdine University (2020 - 2024): Major in Integrated Marketing Communications, Minor in Multimedia Design
Pepperdine Straus Institution with the Caruso School of Law (2023 - 2024): Certificate in Conflict Management
Pepperdine University, Lausanne, Switzerland (2023): Pepperdine's Immersive Summer International Program. Studied French and culture as well as traveling extensively throughout Europe.
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Pepperdine University: Relevant coursework include creating marketing, advertising, and PR plans for companies such as Verizon, Lululemon, and NBCUniversal. Relevant courses include Graphic Design, Storytelling Through Media, Communication Graphics, Animation, Media Law, and Organizational Behavior.
EXPERIENCE
JRH Career Consulting, Marketing Intern (Boston MA, May 2022 - Present): Assisted with development of strategies and tactical plans to promote brand. Designed graphics and logos based on the brand’s aesthetic. Conducted daily updates to social media profiles to boost company online presence.
The Driver Era, Extra (October 2023): Acted as an extra for "Rumors" by The Driver Era. Work included acting in various serious and dancing scenes. As of January 2024, the video has over 1.4 million views.
Byrdhouse Music, Social Media Co-Manager (Malibu CA, May 2022 - April 2023): Collaborated with another manager to create an online presence to generate a 900+ following for the band. Managed online presence of the band by analyzing and producing trending content and promotional materials.
ACTIVITIES, HONORS & SKILLS
Alpha Omega Campus Ministry, Member, August 2020 – Present
Pepperdine KWVS Radio, DJ Radio Show Host, January 2022 – April 2022
Social Media: Instagram, TikTok
Computer: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Lightroom, Dreamweaver, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Canva, Figma, R Studio, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Language: Spanish (Beginner: reading, writing, speaking), French (Beginner: reading, writing, speaking)
COMPLETED COURSES
Designing & Making Graphic Design Props for Filmmaking by Annie Atkins
AWARDS
2024 | Impact Award for Pepperdine University's Reel Stories Film Festival
2024 | Best Writing for Pepperdine University's Masters in Screenwriting Film Festival
2020 | 3rd Place for Montserrat College's 26th Annual Congressional Art Show