Accelerated degree launches alum into the entertainment industry
Justin Jeffrey is on the way to landing the job of his dreams.
He may soon be working as an agent assistant for William Morris Endeavor (WME), one of the largest media and talent agencies in the world. WME represents plenty of big names in Hollywood including Oprah, Denzel, Tom Brady and Matthew McConaughey.
A 2016 graduate of Western Branch High, Jeffrey got his start at Tidewater Community College through the Accelerated Degree Program (ADP).
It was there that he met Khari Nixon who became a mentor and friend.
“Khari worked for a record label in Brooklyn and being able to talk with him and learn from him set me on the path to work in the industry,” Jeffrey said.
Jeffrey earned an Associate of Science in General Studies in 2017, one year after graduating from high school. He transferred to University of Virginia as a junior that same year.
“The ADP gave me a lot of flexibility in the classes I selected, providing me with a broad education,” Jeffrey said. “I also enjoyed the diversity of my classmates that included older students, military and those coming back to school after years in the workforce.”
The accelerated degree is offered 100% online. Participating students also receive personalized attention and dedicated advising, including monthly check-ins.
Applications are due Jan. 25 for the spring cohort. Learn about all the documents necessary to apply here.
Jeffrey, a first-generation college graduate, credits TCC staffers Kia Hardy, Cassandra Small and Johnna Harrell with investing in his success and helping him learn important lessons including time management and study skills.
Jeffrey with Dean Johnna Harrell
The Chesapeake native completed a bachelor’s in communications and media studies at UVA in 2019.
Since graduation Jeffrey has been working with Txyy, an artist from New Jersey. He plans to work for WME for now but would ultimately like to attend Cornell or Columbia law school and become an entertainment lawyer.
Learn more about the Accelerated Degree Program here. Email accelerated_degree@tcc.edu to connect with an advisor and get started. If you still have questions, email TCC’s Virtual Student Support Team at info@tcc.edu or call 757-822-1111.