Rashaan Michael Simmons
Pineville, North Carolina
Email: whoisrshn+resume@gmail.com \ rsimmo42+resume@gmail.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/wrshn \ Future Portfolio: rshn.xyz/pf
South Mecklenburg High School — Charlotte, NC
Transferred after: June 2024 (CMS Rezoning)
Ballantyne Ridge High School — Charlotte, NC
Expected Graduation: June 2026
Weighted GPA: 4.34
Unweighted GPA: 3.88
Class Rank: 26 / 286 (Top ~10%)
Relevant Coursework:
AP English Language & Composition, AP Statistics, Honors Chemistry, Honors Math I-III, Honors Drafting, Honors Leadership & Learning, Journalism I-IV Honors, Yearbook I-IV Honors, Advancement Via Individual Determination I, AP Computer Science Principles
Yearbook Program – Student Editor / Design Director / Photographer
Ballantyne Ridge High School | Aug 2024 – Present
Lead visual design and production for yearbook publications
Manage photography assignments and editorial layouts
Coordinate with staff members to produce school-wide media content
WolfTV – Film, Media & Technology Specialist
Ballantyne Ridge High School | Sep 2024 – Present
Produce and edit video content for school broadcasts
Operate audio and video equipment for media production
Collaborate with journalism staff to deliver multimedia coverage of events
Media Manager & Social Media Designer
Ballantyne Ridge High School Programs | 2025 – Present
Design graphics and digital media for school communications
Manage media assets and assist with visual branding projects
Mellophone & Tuba Section Leader
Ballantyne Ridge High School Instrumental Program | 2025 – Present
Lead rehearsals and mentor section members
Assist directors with ensemble coordination and performance preparation
Vibraphone Player
South Charlotte Indoor Percussion Program | 2024 – Present
Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and Concert Band Performer
Ballantyne Ridge High School / (prev. South Mecklenburg High School)
Perform in advanced ensemble concerts and competitions
Senior Photography Services
2025 – Present
Provide affordable portrait and senior photography services
Handle shooting, editing, and client delivery
Student Badge Design Project
2025
Designed official student badges for multiple journalism and yearbook classes
Freshman Orientation Volunteer
The Wolf Way Program | 2025
Assisted incoming students with transition to high school
Provided guidance on schedules, campus resources, and activities
American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (2024–2026)
Media Production • Video Editing • Photography • Graphic Design • Technology
Adobe Creative Tools • Camera Operation • Journalism • Design
Leadership • Project Management • Social Media Design • Advertisement