Diego Medina
Chatsworth,CA
Summary
Dynamic and organized professional with a positive attitude, experienced in community engagement through volunteer work at CKI. Proven ability to lead events and enhance participation, utilizing strong communication and problem-solving skills. Adept at multitasking and fostering teamwork, while effectively managing logistics for successful initiatives.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
CKI
Chatsworth, CA
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted in organizing community events, enhancing engagement and participation.
- Supported fundraising efforts through outreach and coordination of donor communications.
- Maintained accurate records of volunteer hours and contributions for reporting purposes.
- Collaborated with team members to develop promotional materials for local initiatives.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Encouraged community gardening efforts to promote sustainable living.
- Increased cultural awareness with organization of multicultural festivals.
Painter
Family Business
Chatsworth, CA
06.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted in preparing surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and priming.
- Learned to operate various painting tools and equipment safely and effectively.
- Applied paint using brushes, rollers, and sprayers under supervision to achieve desired finishes.
- Followed safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Painted surfaces using brushes and paint rollers.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Worked weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Maintained safe work environment by adhering to health and safety protocols during all painting tasks.
- Removed wallpaper and sanded surfaces to prepare for paint application.
- Repaired drywall and plaster prior to painting.
- Utilized brushes and rollers to create various textures.
- Reached high ceilings and walls with scaffolding and ladders.
- Prepared surfaces for painting or staining by removing old paint and applying primers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Los Angeles Pierce College
Winnetka, CA06-2027
GED -
High School
Northridge, CA06-2025
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Active listening
- Calm under pressure
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Volunteer
CKI
09.2025 - Current
Painter
Family Business
06.2025 - 01.2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Los Angeles Pierce College
GED -
High School