Matthew Jackson

Matthew Jackson has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. In 2010, they founded Ultimate Gaming Championship (UGC), a prominent esports company that has grown from a small attic space to producing large-scale events in collaboration with major partners. In 2016, Jackson also became the Founder/CEO of Lineup Media Group. Additionally, they worked as a Production Manager at Hypeman Design starting in 2017. Jackson has an academic background as well, having served as an Instructor at Rend Lake College and later as the Illinois Green Economy Network Curriculum Coordinator. Prior to their ventures in the esports and media industry, Jackson gained experience as a Grad Assistant at Southern Illinois University and as a CAD Technician at East Side Lumber.

Matthew Jackson obtained a Bachelor's degree in Architecture from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, starting in 2006 and graduating in 2010. Prior to that, they attended Rend Lake College from 2004 to 2006, where they pursued a degree in Architectural Technology. In 2009, they continued their education at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, earning a Master of Architecture (MArch) degree in 2010.

In terms of additional certifications, Matthew Jackson became an OSHA Trainer in General Industry in April 2015. Matthew also obtained a certification from the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC), although the specific month and year are not provided in the information given.