Donicia Hodge

Donicia Hodge has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. Donicia started their career as a Promotions/Production Intern at Connoisseur Media Long Island in 2010 and then worked as a Marketing Assistant at 7-Eleven from 2009 to 2011. Donicia also served as a Communications and Legislative Aide for the New York State Assembly from 2011 to 2014.

In 2015, Donicia joined NBCUniversal Media, LLC, where they worked for MSNBC News Group and later on Dateline NBC News. Donicia also briefly worked as a Campaign Associate for Hillary for America in 2016.

From 2016 to present, Donicia has been employed at BET (BET Networks, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS Inc.), initially as an Editorial Lead for Brand Social Media Content and currently as the Facebook Lead and Social Media Producer.

Additionally, they have contributed as a writer for Shine My Crown from 2018 to 2019 and served as a Communications Coordinator (Seasonal) for the United States Tennis Association during the 2017 U.S. Open.

Donicia's earliest work experience was as a Shop Manager at Fossil from 2004 to 2017, where they excelled in sales and visual merchandising. Overall, Donicia's work experience showcases their versatility and ability to thrive in various roles and industries.

Donicia Hodge, M.S. earned a Bachelor's Degree in Communication and Media Studies from Penn State University in 2009. In 2008, they also completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in European Politics from the CIEE Council on International Educational Exchange. Donicia went on to obtain a Master of Science degree in International Communication from St. John's University in 2016. Donicia graduated from Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School with a Regents Diploma in 2005.