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Alessandria Gaston

Milwaukee

Summary

Motivated and community-oriented teen outreach intern with experience in supporting youth engagement through library-based programming and outreach. Demonstrated success in developing and facilitating teen-centered activities, community programs, drop-in activities, and collaborative Makerspace projects. Experienced in customer service, assisting with technology use, presentations, and creative placemaking efforts. Skilled in promoting library resources through social media and peer outreach, while contributing to better serve diverse youth populations. Brings strong skills in communication, project coordination, digital media, and youth development.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Yearbook Editor

Wauwatosa West High School
Wauwatosa
09.2023 - Current
  • Prepared and created edited material and graphic designs to support production of academic texts.
  • Used Adobe Illustrator to create original templates, design page layouts and maintain theme consistency.
  • Researched new ideas and concepts that could be incorporated into the design of the yearbook.
  • Encouraged creativity among members by providing them opportunities to contribute ideas throughout production process.

Key club

Wauwatosa West High School
Wauwatosa
09.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Maintained a working knowledge of current events and community issues through research.
  • Collaborated with teachers, administrators, counselors, social workers, other professionals, and community partners.
  • Offered support and assistance to community members.

MPL Youth Intern

Earn and Learn
Milwaukee
06.2025 - 08.2025
  • Facilitated workshops focused on creating positive change within the community.
  • Provided technical assistance as needed when working with computer software applications.
  • Promoted community resources through printed marketing material, email newsletters and social media campaigns.
  • Helped maintain accurate records of participant attendance and engagement in programs.
  • Assisted youth in developing creative skills through workshops and activities.

Education

Wauwatosa West High School
Wauwatosa, WI

Golda Meir Middle School
Milwaukee, WI

Skills

  • Graphic design
  • Project management
  • Creative problem solving
  • Community engagement
  • Social media marketing
  • Research skills
  • Technology literacy
  • Adaptability

Timeline

MPL Youth Intern

Earn and Learn
06.2025 - 08.2025

Yearbook Editor

Wauwatosa West High School
09.2023 - Current

Key club

Wauwatosa West High School
09.2022 - Current

Wauwatosa West High School

Golda Meir Middle School