Jake Whitacre

Jake Whitacre has a diverse work experience in various roles and industries. Jake began their career at Centennial Broadcasting II as an Announcer/Board Operator, where they wrote and announced content for broadcast stations. Jake then joined RealNetworks as a Content Producer, responsible for managing and optimizing audio content for mobile clients. During their time at Project HOPE, they served as a Social Media Coordinator, managing the organization's social media presence and supporting communication and fundraising efforts. At SB Nation, Jake worked as a Site Manager for bulletsforever.com, overseeing content and managing a team of contributors. Currently, they hold the position of Director of Marketing and Communications at ARRS (American Roentgen Ray Society), where they lead digital marketing initiatives and creates advertising campaigns for various platforms.

Jake Whitacre obtained their Bachelor's Degree in Communication with a focus in Media Production and Criticism from George Mason University, where they studied from 2008 to 2010. Prior to that, they completed an Associate's degree in General Studies at Laurel Ridge Community College from 2006 to 2008. Additionally, Jake Whitacre obtained the Google Ads Display Certification from the Google Digital Academy (Skillshop) in November 2020.