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CREATIVE WRITING INTERN

November 2018 - Present

  • Collaborate with a team of 12 colleagues to complete writing-based tasks on a biweekly basis

  • Write and edit Wikipedia pages for Heroes Vs Villains game

  • Pitch stories for Heroes Vs Villains characters

  • Designed or develop characters, including their biography and in-game abilities as well as other supporter content like trivia

RESIDENT ASSISTANT

December 2016 - May 2018

  • Plan & execute activities that will assist residents in interacting with one another, developing new skills or knowledge, and/or familiarize residents with university programs, activities, and services

  • Balance a budget for twice a semester in hall programs

  • Use creative and strategic skills to design and distribute newsletters and flyers to update residents on hall and campus events

  • Utilize Safe Zone (LGBTQ+) training, Campus Security Authority training, and emergency procedures for students when appropriate

STUDENT ORIENTATION UNDERGRADUATE LEADER

May 2016 - January 2017

  • Collaborated with a team of 23 peers to guide incoming first year students through university orientation

  • Facilitated small group discussions with first year students concerning university transition process (adjusting to campus life, getting involved, making friends, etc.) and personal development in a university setting

  • Wrote and performed vignettes promoting topics such as diversity, academic integrity, and student involvement to a total of 8,500 first year students and their families

EXHIBITS NARRATOR

Seasonal

  • Ensure patron satisfaction by greeting and interacting with guests

  • Conduct energetic, educational speeches about the animals in the exhibits and history of the zoo

  • Maintain guest safety during tornado/severe weather and escaped animal warnings with critical thinking and communication

For more information about my professional experience, please get in touch.

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