Amanda Webber
La Mesa,CA
Summary
Media and communications student with hands-on experience in digital content creation, visual storytelling, and editorial production. Skilled in graphic design, photography, and video editing, with a strong focus on audience engagement and brand consistency. Proven leadership experience managing creative teams and coordinating weekly publication workflows in a fast-paced student media environment. Passionate about storytelling, journalism, and producing visually compelling content across print and digital platforms.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Games Master
The UCSD Guardian
La Jolla, USA
01.2026 - Current
- Led and managed team of student contributors, overseeing puzzle production and meeting deadlines to ensure timely publication
- Assign weekly and quarterly puzzle workloads, ensuring balanced distribution and timely completion
- Edited and reviewed crossword content with copy team for accuracy and clarity, ensuring alignment with publication standards
- Oversee production timelines, ensuring all puzzle content is finalized and submitted to design for print by deadline
- Create original puzzles (crosswords, sudokus, word scrambles, and more) for weekly publication
- Coordinate weekly digital publishing of puzzles on the organization's website
- Facilitate weekly team meetings to track progress, provide feedback, and maintain team accountability
- Maintained consistency in puzzle quality and formatting, enhancing overall reader experience across print and digital platforms.
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
YMCA of San Diego County
La Mesa, USA
03.2024 - Current
- Supervised swimming activities, ensuring safety and preventing accidents for all patrons.
- Monitored weather and water conditions, taking necessary actions to protect patrons.
- Provided first aid and CPR in emergency situations, adhering to established protocols.
- Enforced facility rules and regulations to maintain a safe environment.
- Conducted regular safety checks of equipment and facilities.
- Assisted in the preparation and maintenance of the pool and surrounding areas.
- Executed rescues effectively in response to swimmer distress signals, safeguarding participants' lives.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain comprehensive safety coverage, enhancing overall pool safety.
Social Media Content Intern
San Diego Women's Roller Derby
La Mesa, USA
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Produced and edited video content for multiple platforms, increasing audience engagement
- Managed and scheduled posts across two social media accounts, maintaining consistent voice and branding
- Designed social media graphics that enhanced visibility of games, events, and team branding
- Captured high-quality photographs at games and events, supporting promotional and archival efforts
- Created promotional flyers and marketing materials that drove event attendance and strengthened community outreach
- Collaborated on merchandise design, contributing creative concepts aligned with team identity
- Assisted in the redesign of the team logo to modernize visual branding
Education
Media Industries And Communications
University of California - San Diego (UCSD)
La Jolla, CA06-2027
Skills
- Game design knowledge
- Puzzle design
- Graphic design expertise
- Visual design
- Design concept application
- Adobe Creative Cloud certification
- Video editing
- Google Docs and Cloud Platform
- Project management
- Organizational and computer skills
- Time management
- Social media strategy and marketing
- Leadership and team management
- Collaborative leadership
- Continuous learning mindset
- Safety compliance
- Written communication
Languages
- English
- ASL
- Spanish
Certification
- CPR and BLS Certification
- WSI Certification
- Adobe Creative Cloud Certification
Timeline
Games Master
The UCSD Guardian
01.2026 - Current
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
YMCA of San Diego County
03.2024 - Current
Social Media Content Intern
San Diego Women's Roller Derby
03.2024 - 09.2024
Media Industries And Communications
University of California - San Diego (UCSD)