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Christopher Schulz

Smithtown,NY

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level journalism or reporting internship. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

3
years of professional experience
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Wendy's

Cashier
10.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals and keeping lane well-stocked.
  • Kept cash wrap stocked, products faced and shelving free of misplaced items or trash.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Performed cash and rewards card transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Welcomed an average of 25 customers per day and helped determine their needs.
  • Had to lift up to 20 pounds of fry boxes.
  • Demonstrated product features, answered questions and redirected objections to highlight positive aspects.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided help at key times, especially in drive thru.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
  • Created health and safe environment by cleaning counters and washing hands frequently.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded accurately to customer needs.

Hidden Pond Day Camp

Camp Counselor
06.2020 - 08.2021

Job overview

  • Responded to emergency situations by following first-aid guidelines and coordinating with medical personnel for participants requiring medical attention.
  • Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
  • Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
  • Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
  • Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
  • Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
  • Worked with more than 30 children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
  • Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of campgrounds to promote clean environment.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Documented activities, injuries and accidents to inform parents and maintain consistent records.
  • Oversaw and taught campers basic principles to enhance wellbeing and safety measures in nature.
  • Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity

Education

SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY

Bachelor of Arts from Journalism
09.2022 - Current

University Overview

  • Completed classes in News Literacy, Digital Journalism, History of Mass Communication, and Mass Media.
  • Member of The Statesman Multimedia section: we usually photograph our school's sports games for the newspaper.

Smithtown High School West
Smithtown, NY

High School Diploma
06.2022

University Overview

  • Earned PEF Division 225 Scholarship - Stony Brook Medicine Scholarship Program
  • Completed AP course in AP Research and AP Capstone Seminar
  • AP Capstone Projects: Film for my group project and sports for individual project
  • AP Research Project: Interstellar Travel
  • Honoree and inducted member of National Honor Society, TriM Honor Society, and officer of Italian Honor Society
  • Honor Roll or Highest Honors every semester of high school

Skills

  • Commentary Writing
  • Reporting
  • Active Listening
  • Interviewing skill
  • AP style expert
  • Music theory and performance
  • Humor
  • Outside the box thinking
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Money handling

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Graduated with 4.1 weighted high school GPA and 3.8 in college thus far
  • Earned 2 AP Scholar awards in 2021 and 2022.
  • Part of 3 honor societies in high school, including National Honor Society
  • Part of 4 clubs including The Statesman, which is my school's media club, and the Dodgeball club

Hobbies

Hobbies
  • Play music, mostly my piano but trumpet and recorder as well
  • Watch movies or YouTube - I watch horror, action, and comedies
  • Hang out with friends and going to fun places like Dave and Busters or Top Golf

Address

Address

1 Columbia Ct, Smithtown, New York 11787

Christopher Schulz