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JAKE
EXPERIENCE
Some things I’ve done, places I’ve been, and people I’ve been lucky enough to learn from.
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Seasonal Specialist
September 2026 -
Apple
Student & Film Production Major
August 2026 -
Santa Monica College is a public community college in Santa Monica, California, known for its strong transfer pathways and career-focused academic programs. I’m currently studying Film Production, building a foundation in filmmaking, storytelling, and production as I begin my education in Los Angeles.
Santa Monica College
Senior Advisor
July 2026 -
After independently leading Tracy Celebrates Children through its reestablishment and growth, I transitioned into a Senior Advisor role as the event entered its next chapter. I now provide guidance, historical context, and support to the team carrying the tradition forward while remaining connected to the event and its future.
Tracy Celebrates Children
Event Director
March 2024 - July 2026
Reestablished and independently ran Tracy Celebrates Children, transforming the citywide Day of Play into an event serving more than 3,000 children and families. I oversaw the entire organization, including programming, operations, volunteers, partnerships, marketing, creative direction, and coordination with local businesses, organizations, and city departments.
Tracy Celebrates Children
Student & Campus Leader
August 2022 - May 2026
Served as Student Body President, leading Tracy High’s student government and a team of 40+ student leaders while helping shape campus events, traditions, school spirit, and the overall student experience. Previously served as ASB Secretary, Digital Media Commissioner, and YouTube Commissioner, alongside involvement in student advisory, FFA, drama, and other campus programs throughout my four years at Tracy High.
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Tracy High School
Founder & Program Director
September 2023 - December 2025
Founded Santa’s Surprise Squad and grew it from a small holiday idea into a community program involving 100+ annual volunteers. I led the performances, rehearsals, logistics, partnerships, marketing, and creative direction behind each season, producing surprise flash mobs at venues throughout the Central Valley and Bay Area.
Santa's Surprise Squad
Social Media Director
August 2024 - December 2024
Served as Social Media Director for Dotty Nygard’s successful 2024 campaign for Tracy City Council. I managed the campaign’s presence across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and X while developing digital strategy, branding, advertising, graphics, video, and real-time content throughout the election cycle.
Dotty Nygard for Tracy City Council
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Founder & Shop Manager
April 2021 - May 2024
Founded and operated The Tracy Shop, a hometown souvenir store built around celebrating Tracy and its community. I handled nearly every part of the business, from designing and making products to branding, marketing, inventory, customer orders, and managing the website and online storefront.
The Tracy Shop
Founder & Media Director
2021 - 2023
Served as Media Director for I Love Tracy, a community-focused platform highlighting the people, businesses, and events that make up the city. I managed its social presence, produced photo and video content, developed its visual identity, and worked with local businesses while growing the community to more than 2,000 followers.
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I 💛 TRACY
Owner
2016 - 2018
Founded Make Your Mark, a digital mapping service that helped local businesses improve their visibility on platforms like Google Maps and Apple Maps. I managed client outreach, onboarding, and business listings before closing the company when I entered middle school, making it my very first experience in digital marketing and entrepreneurship.
Make Your Mark
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