Jarom grew up in Southern Alberta. He attended Seven Persons School in grade one and landed his first job shovelling grain at Parrish & Heimbecker in Medicine Hat. As a youngster, Jarom loved to play sports and had an affinity for art. He studied at MacEwan University and the University of Alberta. He received his BFA Degree in 2004 and a BDES Degree in 2009. In 2006, Jarom was awarded an Alberta Foundation for the Arts grant to paint Alberta’s landscapes. In his AFA exhibit Prairie Spirit, Jarom depicted farm scenes from Orton, Alberta.

After completing postsecondary school, Jarom returned to Southern Alberta to raise his family. With over 15 years of experience as a creative director and marketing professional, primarily in the tourism industry, Jarom is recognized for his innovative approach to strategic marketing. In 2023, his team at Tourism Lethbridge received national recognition for their outstanding work in promoting Southern Alberta’s agrifood sector. Jarom has served as a director of the Cardston & District Chamber of Commerce and is currently the Executive Director of Cardston Tourism. He resides in Lethbridge, Alberta.