Hi, I’m Jack Mefford, a Communication Specialist and Multimedia Journalist based in Louisville, KY. I blend storytelling with hands-on production to deliver engaging news packages, features, and short films. My experience spans MMJ duties for university programs and local stations, plus videography and live streaming for sports and events. I earned dual BA degrees in Film Media Arts and Communication from the University of Pikeville in 2023, and I thrive on collaboration, leadership, and mentoring others. In my spare time I create content and explore new media technologies to tell stories that matter.…

Jack Mefford

Hi, I’m Jack Mefford, a Communication Specialist and Multimedia Journalist based in Louisville, KY. I blend storytelling with hands-on production to deliver engaging news packages, features, and short films. My experience spans MMJ duties for university programs and local stations, plus videography and live streaming for sports and events. I earned dual BA degrees in Film Media Arts and Communication from the University of Pikeville in 2023, and I thrive on collaboration, leadership, and mentoring others. In my spare time I create content and explore new media technologies to tell stories that matter.…

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Hi, I’m Jack Mefford, a Communication Specialist and Multimedia Journalist based in Louisville, KY. I blend storytelling with hands-on production to deliver engaging news packages, features, and short films. My experience spans MMJ duties for university programs and local stations, plus videography and live streaming for sports and events.

I earned dual BA degrees in Film Media Arts and Communication from the University of Pikeville in 2023, and I thrive on collaboration, leadership, and mentoring others. In my spare time I create content and explore new media technologies to tell stories that matter.

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English
Fluent
Japanese
Intermediate
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Multi Media Journalist at BearTV News
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Produced news packages and performed duties of an MMJ for University news program; Assisted in MMJ duties for local news stations; On camera reporting for sports & local events
Freelance Videographer at Synergy Sports Technology
July 1, 2024 - Present
Operated the action camera & score camera of basketball games; Managed & maintained camera live stream; Coordination with coaches, referees, players, & other videographers
Video Production Internship at University of Pikeville
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Managed and maintained the Film Media Arts lab; Assist students & faculty with coursework and various media productions; Content creation for the University including interviews, documentaries, live events, short films, & feature length films
ACE Leadership Program Participant at University of Pikeville
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
ACE Leadership Program which teaches students essential leadership skills and communication skills
Air Handler at United Parcel Service
September 1, 2024 - April 1, 2026
Ensure mail packages reach their intended destination; Load & unload cargo from trucks & planes; Make sure cargo is safe & secure for air transit; Move containers to airplane loading docks; Maintain basic facility operations
Store Associate at Walmart
July 1, 2018 - August 1, 2018
Organize & load incoming product on store shelves in a timely manner; Assist customers with inquiries; Prepare the store for opening; Work with other departments in operations; Perform essential worker duties during the COVID-19 pandemic
Store Associate at Walmart
June 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Organize & load incoming product on store shelves in a timely manner; Assist customers with inquiries; Prepare the store for opening; Work with other departments in operations; Perform essential worker duties during the COVID-19 pandemic
Store Associate at Walmart
May 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Organize & load incoming product on store shelves in a timely manner; Assist customers with inquiries; Prepare the store for opening; Work with other departments in operations; Perform essential worker duties during the COVID-19 pandemic
Data Entry Clerk at United Health Group
December 1, 2019 - December 1, 2020
Enter client information from incoming mail into company databases; Manage incoming & outgoing mail; Deliver mail between different departments in office; Help employees transition to a work from home environment during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Video Production Internship at University of Pikeville
October 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023
Content creation for the University including interviews, documentaries, live events, short films, & feature length films; Assist students & faculty with coursework and various media productions; Screen entries for the U-Pike FMA Film Festival and assist in event setup; Assist local businesses with videography work; Managed and maintained the Film Media Arts lab
Video Production Internship at University of Pikeville
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Content creation for the University including interviews, documentaries, live events, short films, & feature length films; Assist students & faculty with coursework and various media productions
Video Production Internship at University of Pikeville
October 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023
Content creation for the University including interviews, documentaries, live events, short films, & feature length films; Assist students & faculty with coursework and various media productions; Screen entries for the U-Pike FMA Film Festival and assist in event setup

Education

Bachelor of Arts at University of Pikeville - Film Media Arts
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2023
Bachelor of Arts at University of Pikeville - Communication
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2023

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Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services

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