Jessica Manafi Brits

Jessica Manafi Brits has a diverse work experience in communications and marketing roles. Jessica currently serves as the Director of Communications & Marketing at LSU Foundation, where they lead storytelling strategy and manages print and digital projects. Prior to this, they worked at Louisiana State University as a Science Communications Manager and Specialist. Jessica also gained experience at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette as a Research and Economic Development Communications Specialist, where they developed marketing and communication workflows. Additionally, Jessica worked as a Page Designer, Copy Editor, and Web Producer at The New York Times, and as a Stringer at The Advocate. Jessica started their career as a Web Editor and Design Editor at The Vermilion Student Newspaper and interned at FACE Magazine. Overall, Jessica has demonstrated strong communication skills and has experience in content development, media relations, and project management.

Jessica Manafi Brits began their education at Acadiana High School from 2007 to 2011. Jessica then pursued their Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Journalism at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette from 2011 to 2015. After completing their undergraduate studies, Jessica enrolled at Louisiana State University, where they obtained a Master's of Science Degree (M.S.) in Library and Information Science from 2019 to 2021. In addition to their degrees, Jessica also earned a Graduate Certificate in Archival Studies from Louisiana State University in May 2021. Furthermore, they obtained a certification in Fundamentals of Supervision from LSU Online & Continuing Education in August 2022.