Delara Yektafar
Beverly Hills,USA
Summary
Aspiring communications professional seeking opportunities to leverage storytelling, content creation, and digital media skills to engage audiences and amplify diverse voices.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Maybourne Business Intern
Maybourne Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills, California
09.2025 - Current
- Immersed in the business operations of a Forbes Five-Star hotel, gaining hands-on experience in management, client relations, and team collaboration.
- Rotated through multiple departments, observing and assisting in decision-making, workflow, and professional hospitality practices.
Content Creator & Video Editor
Self-employed
Beverly Hills, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Created “Senior Sendoff,” a video series featuring seniors answering questions about goals and aspirations, garnering 3,000+ views and recognition from the Beverly Hills Mayor.
- Produced, filmed, and edited all content independently, enhancing storytelling and engagement skills.
- Amplified student voices, fostering community connection and school spirit.
Communications Internship
Beverly Hills Unified School District
Beverly Hills, CA
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Manage Beverly Hills Unified School District's social network advertising
- Graphic design using Canva & Adobe Photoshop
- Created daily newsletter templates
- Photographed events and conducted interviews
- Attended and conducted weekly reports with district administrative staff
City of Beverly Hills Civil Engagement Internship
City of Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills, California
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Participated in city meetings and events, contributing a teen perspective to improve programs and teen advocacy initiatives.
- Assisted in planning and executing community events, including Mayor’s Inauguration and Bring Your Kid to Work Day.
Education
High School -
Beverly Hills High School
Beverly Hills, CA01.2026
Skills
- Broadcast journalism and reporting
- On-camera delivery and scriptwriting
- Video editing and production
- Digital media strategy
- Social media management
- Communication skills
- Public speaking
- Interpersonal communication
- Team collaboration
- Leadership abilities
Awards
- Mayor's Award for Most Outstanding Student, This award is given to the top student in the city of Beverly Hills who has demonstrated city involvement and community awareness through volunteering and activism.
- Principal Honor Roll, Maintained a 3.5 GPA or higher for 12 semesters (6 consecutive years)
- CTE Award Winner, Received 1 of 4 awards given to students that have demonstrated exemplary skills in their targeted CTE program at Beverly Hills High School.
- Southern California Regional PTA National Reflections Art Competition Winner
- Region 3 SkillsUSA Gold Medal Culinary Arts Winner
Timeline
Maybourne Business Intern
Maybourne Beverly Hills
09.2025 - Current
Content Creator & Video Editor
Self-employed
08.2025 - Current
City of Beverly Hills Civil Engagement Internship
City of Beverly Hills
01.2024 - 05.2024
Communications Internship
Beverly Hills Unified School District
08.2023 - 05.2025
High School -
Beverly Hills High School