Jean Willem Joseph
Phone: 242-806-7460 | email: jean@jeanwjoseph.com | LinkedIn | Website: jeanwjoseph.com
Personal Statement
A dedicated multimedia journalist with a profound commitment to ethnographic research and literary journalism. Skilled in immersive storytelling that captures the nuanced experiences of diverse communities. Combines academic training in Media Journalism and Music with hands-on experience in photography, digital art, and narrative writing to produce compelling, human-centered stories.
Education
University of The Bahamas
Bachelor of Arts in Music; Bachelor of Arts Media Journalism | Expected Graduation Spring 2025
Dean’s List Recipient
Leadership Roles: Former Senator, School of Communication and Creative Arts
Professional Experience
Arts and Entertainment Journalist
Our News (Cable 12), Nassau, Bahamas
Dates of Employment: September 2021 – present
– Conducted research to produce stories highlighting local artists and cultural events.
– Utilized literary journalism techniques to craft narratives that resonate with a broad audience.
– Collaborated with multimedia teams to integrate visual and audio elements into storytelling.
Freelance Multimedia Journalist
– Authored articles focusing on social issues, employing ethnographic methods to provide deep insights.
– Captured and edited photographs and videos to complement written content, enhancing the storytelling experience.
– Engaged with diverse communities to ensure accurate and respectful representation in media.
Creative Director/Host
UB Athletics Department (Work Study) | September 2024 – Present
Managed branding and promotional activities for athletic teams and Blu the Mingo mascot.
Designed the “Blu: Behind the Mask” campaign to enhance community engagement.
Public Relations Director
Roots Junkanoo Group (2014 – 2023)
Coordinated media campaigns to elevate public visibility and celebrate cultural heritage.
Peer Tutor
Student-Led Design Workshop | Fall 2024
Taught peers about multimedia design principles, focusing on InDesign and Scribus.
Led collaborative projects, including student newspaper layouts.
Skills
Multimedia Design: Adobe Suite, Inkscape, Scribus, GIMP
Music Education: Theory, Composition, Brass & Woodwind Instruments
Journalism: Writing, Editing, Voiceover
Leadership: Event Planning, Public Speaking
Communication: Public Relations, Campaign Development
Technical: Audio Editing, Videography, Photography
Projects
Literary Journalism Project on Homelessness: Explored systemic challenges in The Bahamas through visual storytelling.
“Bluprint” Development: Launched and managed a multimedia platform to amplify student voices in 2021; Collaborated on market analysis and framework for BluPrint relaunch in 2024.
References
Available upon request.