Resume
Jackson Ritchey
(479) 466-3467
[email protected]
Introduction
2024 graduate of the Sam M. Walton School of Business at the University of Arkansas. A member of the first-ever class of SEVI (Strategy, Entrepreneurship & Venture Innovation) graduates. “Demo Day” champion for best overall product developed at UA’s McMillon Innovation Studio. Seeking opportunities in programming, website design and development, marketing, business, start-ups, UI/UX, product development and management, entrepreneurship, graphic design, and related fields.
Education
Sam M. Walton School of Business 2024
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas
B.S. Strategy, Entrepreneurship and Venture Innovation (SEVI)
• Completed 36 hours of coursework in College of Engineering (Computer Science)
• Dean’s List (2023-2024)
• Chancellor’s List (2024)
Relevant Skills & Coding Languages
- Computer Coding
- Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)
- WordPress Website Development
- Microsoft Office Apps
- VR Application Development
- Unity Game Software
- Graphic Design
- Java | HTML | C# | C++
- Objective C & Swift
Professional Experience
Website Design & Content Management Intern
Prime Software Solutions, Springdale, Ark.
Summer 2021 & 2022
• Updated live WordPress websites for Prime clients
• Designed new websites and webpages in WordPress
• Collaborated with internal departments to execute designstandards and content creation
Resident Assistant
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Ark.
2021-2023
• Oversaw the well-being of 60+ students in the UA dorms
• Devised and implemented events for students
• Provided steady guidance and mentorship for freshmen
Website Design & Content Editor
InterraMedia, Fayetteville, Ark.
2022-Present
• Built, designed and managed numerous WordPress websites
• Managed the creation and posting of multiple client blogs and social media accounts
Front Desk Manager
Summerhill Racquet Club, Fayetteville, Ark.
2023-Present
• Assist with day-to-day operations
• Opening & closing duties, record keeping, and tennis coaching
• Manage pro-shop inventor
Academic & Extracurricular Accomplishments
McMillon Innovation Studio
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Ark.
2021-present
• Member of a team which developed a VR app for OX (Bentonville)
• Served as Product Developement Leader (three semesters)
• Developed products using “human-centered design principles”
• Founded Infia Studios (see below)
Infia Studios
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Ark.
2021-present
• Co-founded Infia Studios, creater of “Serenity,” a virtual-reality app designed to help calm overwhelmed special needs
students in educational settings
• Infia Studios had a 2-year residency within the McMillon Innovation Studio
• The “Serenity” app won the “Demo Day” competition, the highest award for a project within the McMillon Studio
Club Tennis Athlete
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Ark.
2021-2024
• Traveled to and assisted managing club-level athletic events & tournaments
• Joined practices with University of Arkansas men’s team
Volunteer Experience
Computer Assembly & Electronics Volunteer
FreeGeek, Fayetteville, AR
2017-2020
• Disassembled / re-assembled computers which were donated to needly students and families
Tennis Coach / Camp Counselor
City of Fayetteville Parks & Rec
Fayetteville, Ark.
2017-2020
Hobbies & Interests
• DIY Maker Spaces (Laser Cutting & 3D Printing)
• Monarch Butterfly Migration & Habitat Preservation
• Vintage Photography Tecnniques (Cyanotypes)
• Board Game Design
• VR App Development & Programming
• Camping & Kayaking
References
Justin Urso
Director
McMillon Innovation Studio
Email: [email protected]
Dr. Rogelio Contreras
Director of Social Innovation
University of Arkansas
Email: [email protected]
Dr. Tamara Roth
Professor
Walton School of Business
Email: [email protected]
Lorne Campbell
Founder & President
Prime Software Solutions
Email: [email protected]
Karen Hickman
Owner & Manager
Summerhill Racquet Club
Email: [email protected]