Available to hire
Hi, I’m Jahan Charles, a Communication Studies graduate with a strong background in digital communications, social media management, content creation, and youth-centred advocacy. I enjoy collaborating across cultures to produce inclusive, accessible storytelling that reflects organisational values and missions in clear, engaging digital content.
I thrive in cross-functional teams and love turning complex brand messaging into relatable stories. My focus is on helping communities connect with brands by highlighting the people behind them and by using data-informed approaches to audience engagement across platforms.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Summer Volunteer at Pax Lodge
June 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025Facilitated and supported programme activities, tours and ceremonies for international visitors. Assisted with daily Lodge operations and administrative tasks to ensure smooth guest experiences. Represented the Girl Guides Association of Trinidad and Tobago in international settings. Contributed to special projects, content creation and visitor engagement initiatives.
Social Media Manager at Pax Lodge (Agnes & Olave Mascots)
June 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025Managed the Instagram account for the Agnes & Olave mascots, creating engaging visual and written content. Photographed and produced digital content documenting mascot activities. Developed creative story concepts and graphics to maintain a consistent online presence.
Assistant Ranger Commissioner at Girl Guides Association of Trinidad and Tobago (GGATT)
March 1, 2025 - PresentDraft communication updates for Ranger Guides and leaders. Support programme redevelopment and modernisation for the Ranger section. Conduct risk assessments, budgeting and planning for events and activities. Represent Ranger Guides on the Executive Committee.
Social Media Advisor & Communications Planning Assistant at Girl Guides Association of Trinidad and Tobago (GGATT)
November 1, 2024 - PresentCo-manage/supervise GGATT’s Instagram and Facebook pages. Analyze content performance and provide data-based recommendations. Develop graphics, videos and templates for consistent branding. Supporting the development of young girls to form the social media committee. Support communication policy development and media guidelines.
Young Leader at 1st Tunapuna Unit (Girl Guides)
January 1, 2022 - PresentPlan and deliver weekly sessions and events for Guides and Rangers. Draft and produce programmes, risk assessments, budgets and event proposals. Lead guides/girls in community projects, fundraisers and badge programmes. Support unit social media management.
Media Guide at Girl Guides Association of Trinidad and Tobago (GGATT)
January 1, 2020 - PresentCreated and advised on content, pitches and visuals for national campaigns, or digital feed and represented GGATT in media interviews.
Participant at Juliette Low Leadership Seminar
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023Completed leadership training using the WAGGGS model.
Advocacy Mentor at GLACC-LAC (WAGGGS)
January 1, 2022 - PresentTrained youth advocates on project development and risk assessment. Evaluated proposals and supported execution of selected climate action projects. Led data analysis and prepared project reports.
Public Relations Officer at UWI Faculty of Humanities & Education
August 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025Managed the Committee’s Instagram and TikTok pages. Designed marketing graphics and created video content for student engagement. Developed communication strategies for events, fundraisers and student issues.
Summer Volunteer at Pax Lodge (WAGGGS World Centre)
June 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025Facilitated and supported programme activities, tours and ceremonies for international visitors. Assisted with daily Lodge operations and administrative tasks to ensure smooth guest experiences. Represented the Girl Guides Association of Trinidad and Tobago in international settings. Contributed to special projects, content creation and visitor engagement initiatives.
Social Media Manager, Agnes & Olave Account at Pax Lodge
June 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025Managed the Instagram account for the Agnes & Olave mascots, creating engaging visual and written content. Photographed and produced digital content documenting mascot activities. Developed creative story concepts and graphics to maintain a consistent online presence.
Assistant Ranger Commissioner (Volunteer) at Girl Guides Association of Trinidad and Tobago (GGATT)
March 1, 2025 - PresentDraft communication updates for Ranger Guides and leaders. Support programme for redevelopment and modernisation for the Ranger section. Conduct risk assessments, budgeting and planning for events and activities. Represent Ranger Guides on the Executive Committee.
Social Media Advisor & Communications Planning Assistant (Volunteer) at Girl Guides Association of Trinidad and Tobago (GGATT)
November 1, 2024 - PresentCo-manage/ supervise GGATT’s Instagram and Facebook pages to support consistent branding and audience engagement. Analyse content performance and provide data-based recommendations. Develop graphics, videos and templates for consistent branding. Supporting in the development of young girls to form the social media committee. Supporting communication policy development and media guidelines.
Young Leader (Volunteer) at 1st Tunapuna Unit, Girl Guides Association of Trinidad and Tobago
January 1, 2022 - PresentPlan and deliver weekly sessions and events for Guides and Rangers. Draft and produce programmes, risk assessments, manage emails budgets and event proposals. Lead guides/girls in community projects, fundraisers and badge programmes. Support unit social media management (Instagram, TikTok).
Media Guide at GGATT
January 1, 2020 - PresentCreated and advised on content, pitches and visuals for national campaigns or digital feeds and represented GGATT in media interviews. Advised as a core team member on decisions made for media guides procedures and workload.
Participant at Juliette Low Leadership Seminar (WAGGGS, GGATT)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023Completed leadership training using the WAGGGS model. Designed and executed “Safety in the Social Connection,” a project on online safety for 100 girls.
Advocacy Mentor at GLACC-LAC (Girl-Led Advocacy on Climate Change in Latin America and the Caribbean)
January 1, 2022 - PresentTrained youth advocates on project development and risk assessment. Evaluated proposals and supported execution of selected climate action projects. Led data analysis and prepared project reports.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies at University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies at University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025Qualifications
Mary Abdullah Award for Self-Development
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018Certificate of Completion in Youth Advocacy (8-Day Gender Training Workshop and Small Project on Gender-Based Violence)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Advocacy Mentor Certificate – GLACC-LAC
January 11, 2030 - December 11, 2025Juliette Low Seminar Participant Certificate
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Certificate for Participation in UNFPA Youth Advocacy Group, Trinidad and Tobago
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024Introduction to Generative AI: Google Cloud Skills
January 11, 2030 - December 11, 2025Introduction to Generative AI: Google Cloud Skills
January 11, 2030 - January 2, 2026WAGGGS Western Hemisphere Image and Visibility Training Certificate
January 1, 2022 - January 2, 2026The Juliette Low Seminar 2022 Participant Certificate
January 1, 2022 - January 2, 2026The Juliette Low Seminar: Celebrating with Us: Connecting Communities at Pax Lodge Participant Certificate
January 1, 2022 - January 2, 2026Certificate for Participation in UNFPA Youth Advocacy Group, Trinidad and Tobago (2022-2024)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024Girl-Led Advocacy on Climate Change in Latin America and the Caribbean Project with WAGGGS: Advocacy Mentor Certificate
January 1, 2022 - January 2, 2026Trinidad Youth Council with UN Women and Spotlight Initiative: Certificate of Completion in Youth Advocacy 8-Day Gender Training Workshop and Small Project on Gender-Based Violence
January 1, 2021 - January 2, 2026Mary Abdullah Award for Self-Development
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Government
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Hire a Content Creator
We have the best content creator experts on Twine. Hire a content creator in Port of Spain today.