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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Recognition
Awards
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Jasmine McBride

Saint Paul

Summary

Creative and dynamic communications professional with a rich background in journalism, podcasting, public speaking, and multimedia production. Renowned for crafting compelling stories that resonate across various platforms, including radio, film, print, and stage. Expertise encompasses writing, editing (both text and film), producing, and hosting, with a strong ability to engage diverse audiences. Committed to amplifying underrepresented voices through authentic media narratives that inspire and inform.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Spoken Word Performer

TEDx Cherry Creek
  • - Opened TEDx event with original spoken word piece, “She is Everything.”

Featured Writer

Guthrie Theater
10.2022
  • - Published a long-form feature interview with Suzan-Lori Parks for her production Sally & Tom.
  • Republished May 2024 by The Public Theater, NYC

Podcast Producer & Host

WFNU Frogtown Radio
08.2021
  • - Produced and hosted a community-centered podcast highlighting youth and future-forward perspectives.
  • - Designed episodes to foster critical conversations around education, equity, and identity.

Keynote Speaker

Education Reimagined Symposium
01.2019
  • - Delivered keynote on the future of education and the power of youth voice.

Associate Producer

Rondo: Beyond the Pavement (Documentary Film)
07.2017 - 12.2018
  • - Contributed to production of documentary that received city proclamation from Mayor Melvin Carter.

Editor

Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder
01.2025 - Current
  • - Lead editorial planning and story development for one of the state’s oldest African American-owned publications.
  • - Oversee writers and contributors while maintaining journalistic integrity and cultural relevance.
  • - Edit and produce high-impact stories that uplift Black voices and perspectives in Minnesota.

Reporter / Producer / Host

BLCK Press / Center for Broadcast Journalism / Power 104.7 FM
06.2020 - 08.2024
  • - Reported on community, cultural, and social justice stories with a focus on Minnesotan experiences.
  • - Helped launch and sustain CBJ, a nonprofit focused on youth media training.
  • - Produced and hosted a weekly radio show on Power 104.7 FM.

Education

High School - media production, communications, and storytelling

High School for Recording Arts
St. Paul, MN

Skills

  • Journalism & Investigative Reporting
  • Public Speaking & Hosting
  • Podcasting & Radio Production
  • Creative & Feature Writing
  • Video/Audio Editing
  • Community Engagement
  • Interviewing & Research
  • Story Development
  • Script Memorization
  • Stage Presence
  • Character Development
  • Audience Engagement
  • Vocal Technique

Recognition

Featured by The Public Theater (NYC) for Guthrie Theater interview, TEDx Spoken Word Opener – 'She is Everything', City Proclamation for Rondo: Beyond the Pavement

Awards

Breaking News Reporting MN SPJ 2025 Page One Awards Recipient

Timeline

Editor

Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder
01.2025 - Current

Featured Writer

Guthrie Theater
10.2022

Podcast Producer & Host

WFNU Frogtown Radio
08.2021

Reporter / Producer / Host

BLCK Press / Center for Broadcast Journalism / Power 104.7 FM
06.2020 - 08.2024

Keynote Speaker

Education Reimagined Symposium
01.2019

Associate Producer

Rondo: Beyond the Pavement (Documentary Film)
07.2017 - 12.2018

Spoken Word Performer

TEDx Cherry Creek

High School - media production, communications, and storytelling

High School for Recording Arts

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