

About M.E.
Hi, I’m Makeda! I am a leader, educator, creative and budding entrepreneur with a passion for storytelling that inspires, informs, and empowers. Over my twenty years of professional experience I’ve led teams in live television, content production, and brand strategy, helping organizations connect with their audiences through meaningful narratives and inclusive experiences.
My career has moved fluidly between the control room, the classroom, and the creative studio. I’ve supervised live television production, shaped edutainment strategies in the beauty space, designed college‑level communication courses, and mentored emerging talent across disciplines. No matter the setting, I bring clarity, intention, and heart to the work, always centering people and purpose
As a proud mommy to a brilliant little guy, I’m driven by the responsibility and joy of building a life full of possibility for my child. That commitment grounds my leadership in empathy, fuels my creativity, and strengthens my belief in the power of education and media to open doors.
In 2023, I was honored as a Claflin University 40 Under 40 Award recipient. This was in recognition of my leadership, innovation, and dedication to excellence.
If you’re looking for a strategic storyteller, a curriculum designer, or a collaborator who leads with vision and authenticity, I’d love to connect.
Education Deep Dive
My accomplishments and experiences through the years.

Undergraduate Years
Activities/Societies: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Mu Chapter, Mass Communications Society, Alice Carson Tisdale Honors College, Alpha Mu Gamma National Foreign Language Honors Society, Miss Sophomore Class 2004-2005, Miss Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. (Omicron Chapter) 2005-2006
Student employment: Writing Center (Tutor), The Panther, Reporter, Assistant News Editor (Newspaper), WCUR, Business Manager (Radio Station) , WCUT, Station Manager (Television Station)
Internships: SCETV, ESPN, Disney College Program
Awards: Summa Cum Laude Graduate (2007), National Dean's List, 2003-2005, Dean's List, 2003-2007, The Presidential Award Bronze Medallion High GPA, 2004-2005, The Presidential Award Silver Medallion High GPA, 2005-2007, Who’s Who Among American College and University Students 2005, Best Radio Student and Best Producer of the Year 2005-2006, Student of the Year (Mass Communications Department) 2005-2006, USAA National Collegiate Foreign Language Award 2006, Certificate of Achievement for Outstanding Service to the Claflin Radio Station, 2003-2005
Scholarships: Essence/ Time Warner Scholarship, USAA Minority Leadership Award, 2003, Alice Carson Tisdale Partial Honors Scholarship, Cleveland Foundation Scholarship, National Television Academy Scholarship 2003-2004

Graduate Studies
Activities/Societies: Various student Films, Production Technician Spiritual Gifts Web Broadcast- Christian Broadcast Network
Internships: M2 Pictures, WHRO Public Media
Scholarship: Communication Academic Merit Award Scholarship

Educator and Freelancer
Institutions: Adjunct Faculty at ITT Technical Institute, University of Tampa, and University of South Florida
Employment - Christian Broadcast Network , Ted Constant Convocation Center/Global Specturm , WHRO Public Media, WVEC - TV, MPower Pictures, Bright House Media Strategies, WEDU

Leader of Others
Control Room and Studio Floor Leader
Television Production Supervisor
Category Producer
Destination Program Producer
Sales Strategy Manager

Community, Belonging and Cultural Transformation
Team Member Resource Group - BELIEVE – Black Employees Leading in Inclusion, Education, Vision and Engagement. Membership Co-Lead for BELIEVE 2020-2024, Co- Chairwoman for BELIEVE 2025 - present
Events I've Lead - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebrations - Inspirational Breakfast and Service Project 2025, MLK Dream Big Parade Sponsorship and Walk 2024 & 2025, Juneteenth Celebration 2024 & 2025
Global Engagement - Produced omnichannel content featuring employees and/or Program Hosts celebrating heritage days/weeks/months - Black History Month, AAPI Month, National Military Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, Women's History Month, Holiday Acknowledgement (Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa)





