Jonathan Carr
About Jonathan Carr
Jonathan Carr is a Sales Intern at Penguin Random House and a Podcast Host at The UPcoming. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Creative Writing from Purchase College, SUNY, and has diverse experience in program counseling, project management, and leadership roles.
Current Positions
Jonathan Carr holds two current positions. He is a Sales Intern at Penguin Random House and a Podcast Host at The UPcoming. These roles indicate his versatility and ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
Previous Work Experience
Jonathan Carr has a diverse work history. He served as a Program Counselor at The School of The New York Times in 2022 and as a Resident Assistant at Purchase College, SUNY from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, he worked as an Assistant/Co-Host at Improvise Adapt Overcome, a Project Management Intern at UEF - United Eleague Federation, and a Peer Advisor for the City of Los Angeles. His first role was as an Office Intern at Neighborhood Youth Achievers (NYA) in 2017.
Education and Degree
Jonathan Carr earned his Bachelor's degree in Creative Writing from Purchase College, SUNY, where he studied from 2018 to 2022. His academic background in creative writing complements his various professional roles, particularly in writing, blogging, and public speaking.
Leadership and Initiatives
Jonathan Carr showcased his leadership skills as President of the Student Association of Economics at Purchase College, SUNY. He also hosted a workshop for youth and their parents on financial skills for the borough of Brooklyn’s president’s office, demonstrating his proactive approach to community engagement.
Published Works and Competitions
Jonathan Carr has been published for his book review of 'On Earth, We're Briefly Gorgeous' by Ocean Vuong. He also authored the essay 'The Cost of #Efficiency,' reflecting on his participation in the 2018 March for Our Lives event. Additionally, he earned 2nd place in a 'Shark Tank' style competition at Purchase College, SUNY for his project 'Lit Caves,' an online platform aimed at helping students improve their reading skills.
Skills and Software Proficiency
Jonathan Carr is proficient in various software tools including Airtable, Trello, Microsoft Office, Ring Central, and Google Suite. His essential skills include writing and blogging, podcasting, collaboration, public speaking, training and development, calendaring, making presentations, program coordination, and partnership building.
Hobbies and Interests
Outside of his professional life, Jonathan Carr enjoys exercising, reading, meeting new people, traveling, and culinary exploration. These activities provide a well-rounded balance to his professional endeavors.