Addison Warsaw
Mansfield,IL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, people person, creative, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Local Newspaper Correspondent
News-Gazette
Champaign, IL
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed and maintained relationships with contacts in various media outlets.
- Generated ideas for feature stories that would be interesting to viewers or readers.
- Ensured accuracy of facts in all stories before submitting them for review.
- Utilized social media platforms to promote the organization's news coverage.
- Conducted research to develop story ideas and locate subjects.
- Traveled to different locations to capture newsworthy events on film or digitally.
- Composed photographs to achieve desired effects
Social Media Manager
Blue Ridge High School
Farmer City, IL
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Developed and implemented successful social media campaigns to support company objectives.
- Managed the daily operations of all assigned social media accounts.
- Provided training and guidance to team members on best practices for utilizing social media tools.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of emerging technologies related to social media marketing.
- Designed promotional materials using graphic design software applications.
- Used editing and graphic design tools to create content and visuals for social channels.
- Captured high-quality action shots of athletes during sporting events.
- Created promotional material including headshots, team pictures, and other visuals related to sports photography.
- Performed basic maintenance and troubleshooting on camera equipment as needed.
- Developed relationships with coaches and athletes to ensure access to the best photo opportunities.
- Ensured that all necessary equipment was prepared prior to each assignment.
- Managed social media accounts by posting relevant content regularly.
Youth Mentor Volunteer
Blue Ridge High School
Farmer City, IL
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Facilitated activities and discussions to promote self-reflection and personal growth.
- Provided support, guidance and resources to assist mentees in achieving their goals.
- Developed creative activities that engage youth in meaningful learning experiences.
- Set up and cleaned up after activities.
- Recruited other youth volunteers for program.
Kitchen Prep Cook
Whisk Coffee and Wine Bar
Mahomet, IL
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Prepared ingredients for meals according to recipes and menus.
- Cleaned, washed, and cut raw meats, vegetables, fruits, and other food items prior to cooking or serving.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies such as seasonings, condiments, spices, and other ingredients.
- Assembled dishes according to recipes and presentation standards.
- Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
- Operated various kitchen equipment efficiently including mixers grinders slicers choppers blenders.
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas following wrapping labeling dating and rotation procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen by sweeping mopping washing dishes disposing trash.
- Adhered to safety protocols when handling sharp knives hot surfaces slippery floors hazardous chemicals.
- Checked quality of ingredients received from suppliers ensuring freshness accuracy of order quantity.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
- Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
- Sliced meats to prepare for cooking and assembly of menu items.
- Monitored freshness of food products to help reduce spoilage.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Took orders for food and drinks and delivered them to guests.
- Answered questions about menu items, ingredients, and pricing.
- Bussed tables as needed during peak hours.
- Prepared checks accurately and processed payments promptly.
Education
High School Diploma -
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06-2028
High School Diploma -
Blue Ridge High School
Farmer City, IL05-2024
Skills
- Digital Media
- Content Development
- Writing and editing
- Deadline Management
- Client Relationship Building
- Strong attention to detail
- Visual design
- Digital Photography
Languages
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Local Newspaper Correspondent
News-Gazette
08.2023 - 05.2024
Kitchen Prep Cook
Whisk Coffee and Wine Bar
03.2023 - 10.2023
Social Media Manager
Blue Ridge High School
03.2022 - 05.2024
Youth Mentor Volunteer
Blue Ridge High School
08.2021 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
University of Oregon
High School Diploma -
Blue Ridge High School
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