Alumni Spotlight

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Life after college can be overwhelming, challenging, and frightening. But for some students, seeing the success of those before them promotes their own success. It is no secret that George Mason University’s Communication Department has been one to breed students who create successful career paths. One of those acclaimed students is now the director of communications and brand at Cargomatic, a company that is like Uber but for shipping trucks.

2016 Alum, Darian Banks, Communication Specialist for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

Whimpey now regularly stretches her production muscle with sizzle reel event recaps, social media videos for client feeds or paid promotions, and creating interactive pitch decks for proposals.

Jesse graduated in 2016 with a BA in Communication (Media Production and Criticism concentration) and a Minor in Theatre (Acting focus). During his time at Mason, Jesse served as the Program Director and General Manager for WGMU Radio, and enjoyed making things up as the President of the Mason Improv Association. Jesse was the COMM Department’s 2013 Announcer of the Year and 2014 Broadcaster of the Year recipient.

Immediately after she completed her communication studies at Mason, she won a coveted fellowship at the global PR agency, Hill + Knowlton Strategies as a business development fellow. A fellowship is considered a short – term opportunity to develop one’s skills in a specific area. Because of this job, she realized that she is very interested in the marketing side of things.

Sutton serves as the director of communication for the National Recreation and Park Association. Starting as a marketing and communications specialist, Sutton has climbed the corporate ladder. As director of communication Sutton works on social media strategy, email marketing, media relations, all things writing, and hosts a weekly podcast.

 “Interactive, resourceful, and fun” are three words Norman used to describe George Mason University’s communication program. “We have such great professors that are really engaged and are always pushing you to go beyond and push yourself,” said Norman. Norman also emphasized the numerous opportunities and resources George Mason communication students have access to, given the campus’s proximity to the D.C. area.

Chavez is the Associate Director of Programs and Services at the Army Historical Foundation. She accepted her position with the foundation two months after graduating and believes the skills she learned throughout her time at Mason helped land the position.