Brooklyn Sparks
Spruce Pine,NC
Summary
Dedicated and versatile professional with experience in customer service, theater, and child-focused environments. Skilled in providing exceptional service as a server, including taking orders, handling transactions, and ensuring a positive dining experience in fast-paced settings. Theater background includes performance, production, and teamwork, demonstrating strong communication, adaptability, and creativity. Additionally, experienced in working with children through an internship, fostering engagement, learning, and a supportive environment. A quick learner with excellent interpersonal skills, ready to bring enthusiasm and reliability to any role!
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
ITS Member
International Thespian Society
Bakersville, NC
02.2022 - Current
- Used singing, dancing and musical instruments to enhance performances.
- Attended auditions, performing monologues, and reading sides to secure roles.
- Performed humorous and serious interpretations of emotions, actions and situations with body movements and facial expressions.
- Memorized and delivered lines with accurate timing during live performances and recorded productions.
- Engaged in improvisation exercises to enhance creativity and responsiveness in performances.
- Worked closely with directors and other actors to find interpretation most suited to role.
- Maintained high levels of energy and concentration during long shoots and performances.
- Posed for photos with patrons to offer memorable pictures of experiences.
- Performed themed musical numbers live by singing for spectators.
Internship Student
Gouge Elementary
Bakersville
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Instructed students on usage and care of equipment to prevent injuries.
- Maintained records of student academic performance, and behavior issues.
- Collaborated with teachers, staff, and administrators on instructional strategies.
- Helped create a positive learning environment for students.
- Assisted teachers in preparing and organizing classroom materials.
- Planned and supervised games and other recreational activities for students.
- Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
- Encouraged students to participate actively in lessons and activities.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
Server
Helen’s Restaurant
Bakersville, North Carolina
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Collected dirty dishes and glasses from tables or counters, preparing areas for next diners.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
- Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mitchell High School
Bakersville, North Carolina05-2025
Skills
- CPR and First-Aid Certified
- Good with children
- Team member support
- Customer service
- Strong work ethic
- Public speaking
- Calm under pressure
- Flexible and adaptable
- Friendly, positive attitude
Timeline
Internship Student
Gouge Elementary
09.2024 - 01.2025
Server
Helen’s Restaurant
05.2024 - 08.2024
ITS Member
International Thespian Society
02.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Mitchell High School