Adelaide Strom
Summary
Dynamic and proactive professional with a strong commitment to academics and experience as an intern at the Monterey Museum of Art. Proven to be an efficient collaborator and problem-solver, successfully improving project results through communication and research. Skilled in art techniques and committed to serving the community, as shown through volunteer efforts at local events. A reliable individual, who can plan for and balance various responsibilities effectively.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern
Monterey Museum of Art (Creative Pathways)
Monterey, CA
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted team with final project gallery design.
- Supported project coordination by maintaining frequent contact with the program director and a consistent punctuality.
- Conducted research on art processes and completed works of established artists to determine what techniques/style best suited my own final project, which was hung in the museum.
- Collaborated with colleagues to improve our collective understanding of various art techniques, as well as by making suggestions on how to improve each of our final projects.
Volunteer
Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce (Good Old Days Street Festival)
Pacific Grove, CA
05.2025 - 05.2025
- Worked at the information booth to provide map services to individuals within the community.
- Kept guard over the booth while supervisors were not present, maintaining the same level of efficient service independently.
- Used communication skills to understand the needs/questions of various confused individuals.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
Volunteer
Monterey Bay Half Marathon (Green Team)
Monterey, CA
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Assisted in setting up/maintaining the usability of trash receptacles throughout the site of the annual Monterey Bay Half Marathon.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently perform the clean ups + set ups.
- Successfully reduced the amount of waste generated by the event by redirecting uneaten/unwrapped food to be reused, and sorting waste into compost, recycling and landfill.
- Recruited other students to participate in the volunteer work.
Education
No Degree - General Education
Pacific Grove High School
Pacific Grove, CA05-2026
Skills
- Excellent collaborator
- Fast learner
- Problem-solver
- Communicative
- Independent
- Efficient
- Well-versed in operating Class C automobiles, and licensed to do so
- Proactive
- Strong academic record
- Punctual
- Reliable
- Eager to work
Accomplishments
- Used artistic skill to acquire competitive internship at the Monterey Museum of Art, and had work acknowledged by peers and superiors.
- Received the Seal of Biliteracy by attaining proficiency in the French language, after studying for three years.
- Was promoted to the rank of Secretary in the student organization MyPath.
- Was given the rank of Captain by the coach of the Cross Country team.
Certification
- Driver's License - (Valid through 07-19-2024 to 07-09-2028)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Interests
- Drawing and Painting - Currently taking a course in Advanced 2D Design; mostly self-taught, but continually learning new techniques and improving upon current skills Very proud of artistic capability
- Fashion - enjoyer of embroidery and other needlework crafts to embellish pre-existing garments, as well as sewing brand-new, unique clothing
- Creative Writing - currently enrolled in a Creative Writing course; love to put the ideas and worlds floating around inside head onto paper
- Music - has taken Marching Band as a course for all four years of high school, adept at playing the flute and enjoys bringing joy to the community during parades, as well as the camaraderie that comes with being around fellow musicians
- Exercise - has participated in various sports; currently training to build muscle and improve endurance by walking long distances every day Committed to maintaining a healthy diet and improving personal fitness
Timeline
Volunteer
Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce (Good Old Days Street Festival)
05.2025 - 05.2025
Intern
Monterey Museum of Art (Creative Pathways)
03.2025 - 08.2025
Volunteer
Monterey Bay Half Marathon (Green Team)
11.2023 - 11.2024
No Degree - General Education
Pacific Grove High School