Jason Parrilla
Richmond
Summary
Positive, personable, and highly organized individual with strong aptitude for facilitating smooth admissions processes. Possesses foundational understanding of data management and communication, with developed skills in record-keeping and interpersonal interactions. Committed to leveraging these abilities to ensure welcoming and efficient admissions experience.
Developed strong organizational and communication skills in admissions environment, ready to transition into new field. Skilled in managing records and providing excellent customer service, capable of adapting these abilities to diverse roles. Focused on contributing effectively to team success in new professional setting.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Trojan Admissions Volunteer
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA
03.2024 - Current
- Leveraged CRM databases to track applicants, improve communication workflows, and support recruitment event success.
- Work independently and collaboratively to meet enrollment goals with focused efforts on customer service, advisement, and recruitment with specific populations of applicants and/or applicant types. Experience with multiple CRM database systems.
- Streamlined application processing by implementing efficient document tracking systems.
- Collaborated with admissions team to enhance student engagement strategies.
- Developed promotional materials to effectively communicate university offerings.
- Conducted follow-up outreach to prospective students, improving engagement rates.
- Evaluated feedback from events to recommend improvements for future initiatives.
- Provided high-level client support, communication, and engaged with all constituents via all communication methods to convey information effectively and accurately about Virginia State University. Thoroughly explained the application process and counsel individuals on admissibility for specific programs.
- Understand and use the student information databases to facilitate communications, recruitment efforts, event and tour support, admissions status/progress reporting on various computer systems.
- Demonstrate sensitivity in working with personal/confidential records and information, adhering to FERPA and other related practices and policies. Participate in the planning, implementation, and assessment of recruitment functions and programs.
Seller
Fulfillment by Amazon (Amazon FBA)
Chester, VA
03.2024 - Current
- Managed an independent e-commerce business through Fulfillment by Amazon, handling product research, inventory management, and marketing.
- Gained business skills in financial management, organization, and problem-solving while acting as my own boss.
- Balanced sourcing, sales tracking, and advertising tasks, developing strong independence and time management skills.
Fellow
Thurgood Marshall College Fund, DevCon
Atlanta, GA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- A summer leadership summit where Black scholars are given the foundations of excellence in corporate America.
- Gaining leadership professional skills by continuously innovating events and operations, while collaborating with fellow business associations and top corporations.
- Engaged in workshops and networking events with executives, gaining exposure to professional development, leadership, and technology innovation.
- Strengthened skills in collaboration, communication, and problem-solving through hands-on projects and peer-to-peer learning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA12-2026
Associate in social sciences -
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA01-2023
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Google Office
- Graphic Design
- Conflict Resolution Skills
- Canva
- Microsoft Excel
- Adaptability
- Creativity and Innovation
- Content Marketing
- Brand Management
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Detail oriented
- Data entry proficiency
- Record keeping
- Marketing
- Cross-cultural sensitivity
- Office administration
- Sales experience
- Customer service
ACTIVITIES & HONORS
Virginia State University (VSU) Presidential Scholar (2023-Present), VSU Future Business Leaders of America, VSU Football Player, National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS), National Merit Scholar, Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Scholarship Recipient, TMCF 2024 DevCon Institute
Timeline
Fellow
Thurgood Marshall College Fund, DevCon
06.2024 - 08.2024
Trojan Admissions Volunteer
Virginia State University
03.2024 - Current
Seller
Fulfillment by Amazon (Amazon FBA)
03.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Virginia State University
Associate in social sciences -
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College