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Jeffery Ledington

Award-Winning Jounralist | Strategic Communicator | Technical Writer | Project Administrator

About Me

I am a dynamic professional with over 6 years of experience in communications, including in grant and technical writing, social media and web management, marketing, jounralism, and design. I have secured over $5.5 million through successful community grant proposals and managed over $30 million in awarded projects. I graduate in May, 2026 with a Master of Science in Strategic and Digital Communication degree from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville where I am a member of the Honor Society Phi Kappa Phi. I hold a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies degree in Business and Communications from the University of Tennessee at Martin where I served as Website Editor for the student newspaper, The Pacer. I am an alumnus of AmeriCorps Vista and AmeriCorps NCCC FEMA Corps. My service to community has been recognized by a Congressional Award, President's Volunteer Service Council Award, and a commission as a Kentucky Colonel. I have received nine awards in the Kentucky Press Association News Contest for my work as a journalist, including for best video, best use of social media, and best analytical story.

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Graphic & Web Design

Primary Brand Logo

Graphic Design: Primary Logo

Custom logo design showcasing brand identity and visual communication skills.

Landscaping Tips Brochure Layout

Graphic Design: Brochure

Layout and graphic design of a comprehensive landscaping tips marketing brochure.

Website Site Map Information Architecture

Web Design: Site Map

Information architecture and structural planning for website navigation and user experience.

Graphic Design Layout Sample

Visual Layout Design: Flyer

A comprehensive visual design highlighting layout, typography, and graphic balance.

Mills Bros Campaign Visuals

Graphic Design: Logo

Visual design and strategic branding asset developed for the Mills Brothers Garbage Inc. brand.

Certifications & Tool Expertise

Meltwater Certification

Meltwater Certified

Demonstrated proficiency in media monitoring and PR analytics.

HubSpot Social Media Certification

HubSpot Social Media

Knowledgable on best practices and inbound social media strategy.

Google Analytics Certification

Google Analytics

Proficiency in utilizing Google Analytics for data-driven decisions.

Google Data Analytics Coursera Specialization Certificate

Google Data Analytics

Coursera Specialization covering data cleaning, analysis, R-Programming, SQL, and visualization.

Social Listening with Hootsuite Cover

Social Listening with Hootsuite

Course on brand monitoring and audience sentiment.

How To Use Hootsuite Cover

How To Use Hootsuite

Course teaching how to manage social media workflows.

Strategic Communication Campaigns & Marketing

Comprehensive Marketing Plan for a small business.

Strategic presentation detailing market analysis and campaign execution.

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Information Architecture Audit

A visual presentation auditing design and user information flow.

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Strategic Case Study

In-depth analysis and strategic recommendations for communication challenges.

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Journalism & Academic Research

The Other Pandemic

In-depth investigative report on critical public health issue.

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Trouble on the Creek

First part of an Award-winning investigative series.

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Interview with Amy McGrath

An in-depth political interview with a U.S. Senate candidate.

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CMST 554 Final Paper

Graduate-level research paper on communication strategies for a rural nonprofit.

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IDST Research Paper

Interdisciplinary studies research paper.

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HIST 403 Final Paper

Historical research and analysis paper.

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Awards & Honors

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Kentucky Press Association Awards

2021 Weekly Class 3:

  • 1st Place: Best Investigative Story or Series
  • 2nd Place: Best Enterprise/Analytical Story
  • 2nd Place: Best Headline Writer
  • 2nd Place: Best On-Going/Extended Coverage
  • 3rd Place: Best Use of Social Media/Multi-Media

2020 Weekly Class 3:

  • 1st Place: Best Front Page
  • 2nd Place: Best Video
  • 3rd Place: Best Video
  • 3rd Place: Best Analytical Story
Kentucky Colonels Shield

The Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels

Commissioned as a Kentucky Colonel in recognition of service to community, state, and nation.

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The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

Inducted member of the nation's oldest multidisciplinary collegiate honor society recognizing academic excellence.

National Civic Service Awards

  • Silver Presidential Volunteer Service Award
    Issued by The President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation
  • Bronze Congressional Award
    Issued by The Congressional Award