Avery Strauch
Goleta,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented and experienced in leading teams and conducting research in conservation, park development, climate mitigation strategies, and Indigenous rights. Upcoming graduate skilled in analytical thinking, academic writing, problem-solving, and collaboration. Dedicated to advancing sustainable environmental initiatives and driving impactful research projects.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Faculty Research Assistance
UCSB Department of Global Studies
Santa Barbara, California
11.2025 - Current
- Conduct historical research on conservation and national park creation in Latin America
- Analyze historical sources and archival documents to develop a research project on Indigenous dispossession and resistance related to national park and protected area creation in Latin America
- Review historical documents to enhance understanding of the tensions between conservation goals, local and indigenous livelihoods, and sustainable development related to park and protected area creation
- Focus on critical aspects of access, planning, utilization, and territorial structure of recreational parks and protected areas
Audio Engineer
UCSB
Santa Barbara
06.2025 - Current
- Operate audio equipment for live musical events and studio recordings on UCSB campus
- Resolve technological challenges in audiovisual systems
- Coordinate with artists and coworkers to achieve desired creative outcomes
Shift Manager
Woodstock's Pizza Co.
Goleta, California
10.2023 - Current
- Supervise employees in day-to-day tasks to achieve efficiency and smooth operations within the workplace
- Resolve customer concerns effectively and professionally
- Enforce food safety standards and trains new team members to excel in cleanliness and organization
Freelance Performer
Self Employed
2022 - Current
- Coordinate with various clients to deliver musical performances for private, public, community, and fundraising events
- Coordinate peers' schedules and routines to allocate time for rehearsals
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06-2026
Skills
- Problem solving
- Qualitative research
- Resilience
- Data analysis and summarization
- Public engagement
- Historical writing
- Adaptability
Timeline
Faculty Research Assistance
UCSB Department of Global Studies
11.2025 - Current
Audio Engineer
UCSB
06.2025 - Current
Shift Manager
Woodstock's Pizza Co.
10.2023 - Current
Freelance Performer
Self Employed
2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies
University of California, Santa Barbara