(left to right) Front Row: Jill Spire, Jessie Geivett and Taya Downs
Middle row: Kaili Avery Broner and Whitney Wright
Back row: Connor Reardon, Lando Watson and Cliff Huss
Digital Media Manager Taya Downs is a senior, interactive digital media major with an emphasis in new media from Norwalk, Iowa. Taya joined Knacktive to gain real experience working toward an objective with a team of like-minded individuals. After graduation, she plans on joining the Navigator staff in Europe or Asia.
Marketing Strategist Whitney Wright is a junior, marketing major from Glenwood, Iowa. Whitney joined Knacktive to widen her knowledge upon Marketing and get hands on experience. After graduation, she hopes to work in a corporate office in Omaha, Nebraska.
Graphic Designer Jessie Geivett is a junior, graphic design major from Freeman, Missouri. Jessie joined Knacktive to learn more about what her career would be like and learn hands-on. After graduation, she hopes to work in a design or advertising firm around the Kansas City and Overland Park area.
Media Manager Jill Spire is a junior, marketing and advertising double major from Parnell, Missouri. Jill joined Knacktive to gain experience working in a team environment and network with other Bearcats. After graduation, she hopes to attend graduate school and then pursue a career in marketing.
Project Manager Arlondo Watson is a senior, business management and marketing double major from Saint Louis, Missouri. Arlondo joined Knacktive because of its many opportunities to connect with several of people around the university and community, while also gaining a glimpse of exposure to the real world work force. After graduation, he will enter a graduate program to receive his masters in business administration or communication while also working as a marketing strategist for Hollywood Casino Saint Louis, and as an admissions recruiter for Northwest in the Saint Louis region.
Multiplatform Content Creator Connor Reardon is a senior, business management and marketing double major from Kansas City, Missouri. Connor joined Knacktive for the chance to gain new connections and get hands-on experience to target his strengths and weaknesses within the business field. Upon graduation, he desires a position that is challenging and utilizes strong interpersonal skills and creative thinking.
Art Director Clifton Huss is a senior, interactive digital media major with an emphasis in visual imaging from Fremont, Nebraska. Clifton was interested in joining Knacktive so he could gain some new experiences and make more connections before heading into the real world. After graduation, he hopes to find a job working as a designer in Omaha, Nebraska. Eventually, Clifton would like to move to a coastal city and continue on his pursuit of working as a designer.
Public Relations Manager Avery Broner is a senior, public relations major with an advertising minor from Kearney, Missouri. Avery joined Knacktive to take on a role that differs from her past internship experiences and to build on to her portfolio. After graduation, she hopes to get a media internship at an advertising agency in Kansas City.
