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I’m Jada Glass—journalist, strategic communicator, and podcast & radio host based in the St. Louis, Missouri area. My work centers on shaping authentic conversations, building meaningful connections through storytelling, and sharing voices that are often overlooked.
I bring a blend of media production and strategic communication experience—from hosting on-air radio shows and leading a podcast designed for interview redefinition to crafting segment ideas, driving audience growth, and supporting digital journalism innovation through research-backed recommendations.
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Work Experience
Red Carpet Reporter at Anchored Lens Productions
March 1, 2025 - PresentConducted live, on-the-spot interviews during premiere events in Atlanta. Engaged with actors, filmmakers, and industry professionals by crafting compelling, professional questions designed to highlight the film and behind-the-scenes insights. Maintained an approachable demeanor while keeping interviews polished and timely.
Study Abroad Staff at Global Service: Sea Turtle Conservation in Costa Rica
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Staffed the turtle hatchery and monitored hatchery nests. Interacted with tourists and locals to provide information about local sea turtle populations. Collected data during hatching and released baby turtles into the ocean. Participated in beach and community clean-up efforts.
Podcast Founder / Host at GirI Wyd? Podcast
October 1, 2024 - PresentHosted and built a safe, interview-focused podcast platform designed to redefine interview practices through authentic conversations. The show emphasizes empowering voices, fostering meaningful connections, and sharing stories with openness and care. Distributed through the ALIVE Podcast Network and available across major streaming services and the ALIVE Podcast App.
Podcast Founder / Host at Gir Wyd? Podcast
October 1, 2024 - PresentHosted and produced the Gir Wyd? Podcast, a safe space designed to re-define authentic interview practices. Focuses on meaningful, open conversations that highlight the beauty and depth of interviewing. Helps empower voices and foster connection through thoughtful episode creation and distribution across major streaming services via the ALIVE Podcast Network.
Podcast Founder / Host at Girl Wyd? Podcast
October 1, 2024 - PresentFounded and hosted the Girl Wyd? Podcast, designed as a safe space for redefining the art of interviewing through authentic, open conversations. Focuses on empowering voices, fostering meaningful connection, and highlighting both the beauty and depth of interview practices. Podcast is distributed via ALIVE Podcast Network and available on major streaming platforms and the ALIVE Podcast app.
Innovation Fellow (Virtual) at Reynolds Journalism Institute, Houston Defender Network
May 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024Led cutting-edge journalism projects focused on digital transformation and explored new storytelling formats. Helped pioneer future-focused journalism initiatives by bridging traditional and emerging media platforms. Conducted in-depth research on media trends and analyzed data to develop strategic recommendations for sustainable journalism models.
Innovation Fellow at Reynolds Journalism Institute - Houston Defender Network
May 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024Led cutting-edge journalism projects focused on digital transformation and experimenting with new storytelling formats. Pioneered future-focused journalism initiatives bridging traditional and emerging media platforms. Completed deep research on media trends, analyzing data to develop strategic recommendations for sustainable journalism models.
Innovation Fellow at Reynolds Journalism Institute, Houston Defender Network
May 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024Spearheaded innovation-focused journalism projects aimed at driving digital transformation and exploring new storytelling formats. Pioneered future-focused journalism initiatives that bridge traditional and emerging media platforms to help reshape industry standards. Conducted in-depth research on media trends, analyzing data to develop strategic recommendations for sustainable journalism models.
Reynolds Journalism Institute Innovation Fellow at Houston Defender Network
May 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024Led cutting-edge journalism projects supporting digital transformation and exploring new storytelling formats. Pioneered future-focused journalism initiatives that bridge traditional and emerging media platforms. Conducted in-depth research on media trends, analyzing data to deliver strategic recommendations for sustainable journalism models.
Radio Host at KCOU 88.1 FM (Columbia, Missouri)
March 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025Hosted engaging radio programs and curated diverse music playlists while operating with creative freedom within FCC guidelines. Developed creative segment ideas and implemented new formats to keep content fresh. Supported listener growth with targeted content strategies, maintained high-quality broadcast standards, and ensured smooth technical operations.
Radio Host at KCOU 88.1 FM
March 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025Hosted engaging radio shows and curated diverse music playlists while operating with creative freedom within FCC guidelines. Developed creative segment ideas and implemented new formats to keep content fresh. Drove listener growth with targeted content strategies while maintaining high-quality broadcast standards and smooth technical operations.
Vice-President (Journalism Student Council) at Journalism Student Council (Columbia, Missouri)
August 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024Met with the chapter advisor and the president once per semester to review semester plans. Ensured communication and fulfillment of executive board election requirements each fall and served as liaison with executive board members.
Social Media Marketing Intern (Virtual) at Human2Human Podcast with Stacy Ike
October 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023Assisted in creating graphics for the official podcast Instagram page using Canva. Combined photos, video, and text to promote podcast episodes and support social content distribution.
Social Media Marketing Intern at Hum 2Human Podcast (with Stacy Ike)
October 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023Assisted in creating graphics for the official podcast Instagram page using Canva. Combined photos, video, and text to promote podcast episodes and support social engagement.
Social Media Marketing Intern (Podcast) at Human2Human Podcast with Stacy Ike
October 1, 2022 - August 31, 2023Assisted with creation of graphic assets for the podcast’s official Instagram page using Canva. Promoted podcast episodes by combining photos, videos, and text to support consistent social publishing and audience engagement.
Social Media Marketing Intern at Human2Human Podcast with Stacy Ike
October 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023Assisted with creating graphics for the official podcast Instagram page using Canva. Combined photos, videos, and text to promote podcast episodes and strengthen social visibility and engagement.
President at National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Alé Student Chapter
May 1, 2022 - May 1, 2024Oversaw the chapter and made executive decisions regarding planning and execution of the yearly curriculum. Served as liaison between the journalism school faculty/staff and national NABJ members, supporting every executive board position through events and initiatives.
Social Media Intern (Virtual) at Childhood Cancer Society
September 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021Created Instagram captions for weekly social media content and researched methods to reach a larger audience to increase followers across platforms such as Instagram and TikTok. Organized events to raise money for children served by the organization.
Social Media Intern at Childhood Cancer Society
September 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021Created Instagram captions for weekly social media content. Researched ways to reach a larger audience to increase follower counts across platforms including Instagram and TikTok. Organized events to raise money for children served by the organization.
Social Media Marketing Intern at Childhood Cancer Society
September 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021Created Instagram captions for weekly social content. Researched ways to reach a larger audience to increase follower count on platforms such as Instagram and TikTok. Organized events to raise money for the children supported by the organization.
Education
Bachelor of Journalism at University of Missouri Columbia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025Bachelor of Journalism (B.J.) at University of Missouri-Columbia
January 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025Bachelor of Journalism at University of Missouri
January 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025Bachelor of Journalism (B.A.) at University of Missouri Columbia
January 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025Qualifications
Multicultural Studies Certificate
January 11, 2030 - July 20, 2026Multicultural Studies Certificate
January 1, 2021 - July 20, 2026Multicultural Studies Certificate
January 11, 2030 - July 20, 2026Multicultural Studies Certificate
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
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