Jennifer Ball

Science Writer and Editor

Jennifer Ball is an accomplished urban place management professional with 20 years of experience in advancing initiatives to enhance local economies and improve communities.

She holds a Master of City Planning and a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from Georgia Institute of Technology.

Jennifer has held various roles in renowned organizations, including Vice President of Planning and Economic Development at Central Atlanta ProgressAtlanta, and previously served as Vice President of Planning and Senior Project Manager at the same organization.

Her professional journey also includes roles such as Associate at RCLCO, Project Assistant at Preston Phillips Architects and Engineers, Custom Home Coordinator at John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods, and Marketing Assistant at John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods.

Experience

Manuscript Editor at JAMA Network Specialty Journals, American Medical Association (April 2022 - Present)

Editorial Assistant at JAMA Network Open, American Medical Association (February 2020 - April 2022), Marketing Coordinator - Web & Analytics at National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (February 2019 - February 2020)

Education

Master of Arts in Science Writing from Johns Hopkins University Advanced Academic Programs (2019 - 2022), Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Northwestern University, Medill School of Media, Journalism, and Integrated Marketing Communications (2011 - 2015)