Jessica Burton
About Jessica Burton
Jessica Burton serves as the City Editor for BOStoday at 6AM City, where she has worked since 2021. She holds an Associate of Arts in Journalism from Santa Fe Community College and a Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations from the University of Florida.
Work at 6AM City
Jessica Burton serves as the City Editor for BOStoday at 6AM City, a role she has held since 2021. In this position, she contributes to the daily e-newsletter, web content, and social media platforms, focusing on enhancing local content delivery. Her efforts have been instrumental in expanding BOStoday's reach across various digital platforms, allowing for greater community engagement and information dissemination in Boston, Massachusetts.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Burton studied at Santa Fe Community College, where she earned an Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Journalism from 2010 to 2012. She furthered her education at the University of Florida, obtaining a Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations from 2012 to 2014. This educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in journalism and public relations.
Background
Before her current role at 6AM City, Jessica Burton gained experience in various positions. She worked as an Editorial and Event Planning Intern at Advantage Publishing Inc. in 2014 for four months. She also served as the City Editor for COLAtoday from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she held the position of Education Program Manager and Public Relations Coordinator at PalmettoPride from 2017 to 2020.
Previous Work Experience
Jessica Burton's early career included a role as a Trainer/Server at Tijuana Flats Burrito Co. from 2010 to 2013. This position provided her with foundational skills in customer service and team training, which have contributed to her professional development in subsequent roles.