Elana Anderson
Detroit,MI
Summary
I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree at Wayne State University in Industrial Design with a University Honors co-major and Graphic Design minor. I have always had a passion for creativity and serving others. I am a diligent worker and find value working in collaborative settings. My life goal is to be able to give back to my community through helpful, innovative design solutions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Advisor
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
08.2023 - Current
- Creates a community for residents by organizing and leading group events, conducting individual check-ins, and being present and available in group chats and other sources of communication.
- Provides resources for all residents' needs.
- Leads emergency response, documents, and files all appropriate and required paperwork, coordinating with the community director and Wayne State Police as necessary.
- Provides emotional support, guidance, and group mediations to residents, referring them to campus resources when necessary.
- Conducts and documents regular room inspections to ensure compliance with housing policies and regulations.
Sales Associates
Lowe's
Southgate, MI
05.2023 - Current
- Provides accurate information about products, prices, and services.
- Trains new team members in the processes and procedures of the department.
- Builds relationships with customers, and offers exceptional customer service.
- Organizes stock, processes sales transactions, and troubleshoots issues to ensure customer satisfaction.
Artist
Self-employed
Detroit, MI
03.2020 - 12.2022
- Created original artwork in mediums like acrylic, and watercolor, pencils, charcoal, and marker.
- Met with commission clients to clarify artistic project goals, parameters and financial considerations.
- Managed social media accounts by creating content and responding to inquiries from customers.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Industrial Design
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI12-2025
High School Diploma -
Southgate Anderson High School
Southgate, MI06-2022
Skills
- Product Conceptualization
- Sketching & Ideation
- Prototyping & Iteration
- 3D Modeling
- Rendering & Visualization
- Presentation Skills
- Team Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Autodesk Fusion 360
- Shapr3D
- Blender
- Procreate
Affiliations
- Co-founding Industrial Design Club at Wayne State University
- Dean's Delegate for the College of Fine, Performing and Communication Arts at Wayne State University
- Student leader in Cru at Wayne State University
- Community service at Woodside Bible Church
- Member of the Irvin D. Reid Honors College at Wayne State University
- Recipient of Jacob and Sons Scholarship for Industrial Design
- Recipient of Warrior Scholarship
- Recipient of Irvin D. Reid Honor's Dean's Award
Timeline
Resident Advisor
Wayne State University
08.2023 - Current
Sales Associates
Lowe's
05.2023 - Current
Artist
Self-employed
03.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Industrial Design
Wayne State University
High School Diploma -
Southgate Anderson High School
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