Media Research and Digital Art
Resume
EDUCATION
Master of Arts in Media, Culture, and Technology
University of Virginia (UVA)
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Expected Graduation: May 2024
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GPA: 4.0
Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art
University of Virginia (UVA)
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Graduated: May 2023
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GPA: 3.92
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Childcare Provider
The Hardwick Family (Sittercity.com) Fairfax, VA
Jun. 2023 – Aug. 2023
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Provided full-time care to three children aged 10, 12, and 14.
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Planned, facilitated, and participated in age-appropriate activities with children.
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Maintained consistent communication with parents, providing updates on children's wellbeing and
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addressing concerns.
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Managed children’s daily schedules, including meals, chores, routines, and extracurricular activities.
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Implemented problem-solving techniques to handle unexpected situations and conflicts calmly and
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effectively.
Assistant to Youth Education Director (Volunteer)
Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, Dale City, VA
Jun. 2021– Dec. 2022
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Assisted in planning and execution of various church events led by Youth and Education Director.
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Brainstormed with YE Director for the creative development of Vacation Bible School and Night in
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Bethlehem programs in 2021 and 2022.
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Led groups of children aged 9-12 during Vacation Bible School 2021 and 2022.
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Communicated frequently with YE Director via text, phone call, and email to maintain organization in event planning.
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Ensured the preparation, set up, and clean-up of church programs, in addition to other designated tasks.
Academic Tutor
America Reads, Charlottesville, VA
Aug. 2019– Sep. 2020
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Assisted middle-school students in one-on-one work to ensure their academic needs were met.
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Collaborated with America Reads supervisors, teachers, and after-school program coordinators to assess students’ needs and how to best address them.
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Maintained professionalism in all interactions while building positive relationships with students and teachers.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCES
Editorial Assistant
Journal of Cinema and Media Studies, Remote
Dec. 2022 - Present
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Fact-check and proofread assigned articles for adherence to style guidelines and accuracy of information.
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Communicate effectively with managing editor regarding progress, questions, and concerns related to assigned tasks.
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Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot any issues related to assigned tasks.
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Manage time effectively to meet assigned deadlines.
Front Desk Consultant
Fiske Kimball Fine Arts Library, Charlottesville, VA
Oct. 2019 - Present
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Provide exceptional customer service by addressing patron inquiries and concerns with clear and effective communication.
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Assist patrons with locating and checking out library materials, utilizing knowledge of the Congressional Call Number system.
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Maintain organized and tidy work environment to promote efficient workflow and uphold the library's standards of excellence.
SKILLS
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Communicative: Public Speaking, Age-Appropriate Communication, Problem-solving, Active-Listening, Leadership, Creativity, Enthusiasm, Patience
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Digital: Microsoft Office (10+ years), Google Suite (10+ Years), Canvas, Slack, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
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Creative: Adobe Creative Cloud (3 years), Adobe Photoshop (3 years), Adobe After Effects (2 years),
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Canva (2 years), Drawing, Graphic Design, Animation, Painting, Color Theory, Photography
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Language: Spanish (3 years), English (native)
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Other: Customer-Service (5 years), Tutoring (4 years), Academic Writing, Editing, Copyediting
REFERENCES
Janae Tschudi-Evatt
Youth and Education Director
Good Shepherd United Methodist Church
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703-216-1384
Ltc. Michael Hardwick
Father of Children
Childcare Provider Role
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575-749-2490
Ltc. Allison Hardwick
Mother of Children
Childcare Provider Role
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575-749-2991
April Joy Baker
Public Services Manager
Fiske Kimball Fine Arts Library
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434-243-1044