Ava Gravina
Norwell,USA
Summary
Psychology student at William & Mary with strong academic performance and diverse work experience. Passionate about publishing and literature, skilled in communication, organization, and collaboration, and able to balance multiple leadership roles, deadlines, and customer-facing responsibilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Secretary
DoG Street Journal
08.2024 - Current
- Recorded and organized meeting minutes, sent out recaps to 15+ members to keep the team informed and on schedule.
- Wrote 5 articles per semester and pitched content ideas at weekly meetings.
- Recruited 5+ new members to expand the writing and media team, supporting growth and engagement.
Ice Cream Server/Cashier
Nona’s Homemade Ice Cream
08.2020 - Current
- Served 100+ customers daily, handling orders, transactions, and maintaining store cleanliness to support smooth operations and positive customer experiences.
- Led team efforts to increase sales by creating and displaying, boosting weekly sales by 10-15%.
- Analyzed daily sales to identify top products, optimizing inventory and reducing waste by 20%.
- Trained and supported 5+ new staff members, improving efficiency during peak hours.
Nanny
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Adapted to a nonverbal autistic child’s needs by carefully observing and interpreting nonverbal communication.
- Established a safe, nurturing environment that encouraged positive behavior and emotional growth.
- Facilitated creative play, storytelling, and recreational activities such as park and pool visits
Intern
Cooking with Abby
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted a private chef in planning and executing 3 events weekly, ensuring client satisfaction.
- Posted weekly blogs for the chef’s website, increasing online engagement by 20%.
- Instructed 10+ children in cooking classes, teaching basic culinary skills and boosting class participation.
- Maintained organized kitchen inventory and prep, reducing event time by 25%.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Minor in Marketing
William & Mary
Williamsburg, VA05-2028
Skills
- Creative Writing, Copyediting & Proofreading, AP Style, Data Visualization, Conversational Spanish
Hobbies and Interests
Baking, reading, yoga, and swimming
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Leadership Accelerator Program, 9/2024 - 1/202525
Selected for a competitive program to develop leadership skills through workshops on emotional intelligence, problem-solving, and strategic decision-making.
Timeline
Nanny
06.2025 - 08.2025
Secretary
DoG Street Journal
08.2024 - Current
Intern
Cooking with Abby
03.2024 - 06.2024
Ice Cream Server/Cashier
Nona’s Homemade Ice Cream
08.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Minor in Marketing
William & Mary
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