Jacob Robson
EDUCATION
University of Massachusetts Amherst GPA:3.2 degree expected 2020
BA Journalism, Management emphasis
SKILLS
Editorial: Associated Style proficient, strong writer, well-rounded reporter,
works efficiently under pressure and towards deadlines
Technical: Proficient with Wix and WordPress platforms; Adobe Photoshop and
Audacity. Experienced at establishing audiences using Facebook, Snapchat,
Twitter and Instagram.
Interpersonal: great communicator, superb delegator and leader, works well in
a team environment, superior research skills
EXPERIENCE
Sports Correspondent
Amherst Wire | Amherst, MA 2019- Present
o Research, write and report on current events in the Amherst area
o Conduct and participate in meetings with editors and fellow sector
writers
o Interview and talk with important sources of information
Arena Operations Assistant
Mullins Center Arena | Amherst, MA 2018- Present
o Communicate closely with supervisors and team members
o Deliver seamless transitions in floor set-up and changeover for event
needs
o Adapt to changes in circumstances whilst making under-pressure
decisions
Ticket Sales Associate
Carrier Dome | Syracuse, NY Spring 2017
o Listened and acted on the instructions given by supervisors
o Helped fans and made suggestions regarding their game/season ticket
seat selections
o Liaised with fans to provide assistance and directions on game day
ACTIVITIES AND HONORS
o Captain, Men�s Soccer Team: Cazenovia College, NY 2016-2018
o Club Member: UMass Investment Club
o Blog: �The Yorkshireman in America�
EDUCATION
University of Massachusetts Amherst GPA:3.2 degree expected 2020
BA Journalism, Management emphasis
SKILLS
Editorial: Associated Style proficient, strong writer, well-rounded reporter,
works efficiently under pressure and towards deadlines
Technical: Proficient with Wix and WordPress platforms; Adobe Photoshop and
Audacity. Experienced at establishing audiences using Facebook, Snapchat,
Twitter and Instagram.
Interpersonal: great communicator, superb delegator and leader, works well in
a team environment, superior research skills
EXPERIENCE
Sports Correspondent
Amherst Wire | Amherst, MA 2019- Present
o Research, write and report on current events in the Amherst area
o Conduct and participate in meetings with editors and fellow sector
writers
o Interview and talk with important sources of information
Arena Operations Assistant
Mullins Center Arena | Amherst, MA 2018- Present
o Communicate closely with supervisors and team members
o Deliver seamless transitions in floor set-up and changeover for event
needs
o Adapt to changes in circumstances whilst making under-pressure
decisions
Ticket Sales Associate
Carrier Dome | Syracuse, NY Spring 2017
o Listened and acted on the instructions given by supervisors
o Helped fans and made suggestions regarding their game/season ticket
seat selections
o Liaised with fans to provide assistance and directions on game day
ACTIVITIES AND HONORS
o Captain, Men�s Soccer Team: Cazenovia College, NY 2016-2018
o Club Member: UMass Investment Club
o Blog: �The Yorkshireman in America�