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Ella Chapman

Charleston,SC

Summary

Creative and driven college junior with experience in visual & written content creation. Interested in expanding my knowledge surrounding the intersection of writing, visual media production, professional communication, and the creative process across industries, specifically in entertainment or fashion, with a focus on Public Relations & Creative Direction work.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Hostess at Lenoir Charleston

Aimbridge Hospitality
Charleston, SC
02.2023 - 05.2025
  • Organized and managed a daily seating chart, welcoming guests and managing the restaurant efficiently.
  • Provided service and ensured the fulfillment of guest needs.

Social Media Manager & Contributor

Academic Magnet High School
Charleston, SC
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Developed engaging social media content across multiple accounts, successfully facilitating communication across faculty, students, and families.
  • Developed a new Instagram page that generated 1k+ followers in a 3-month period.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Minors in Film Studies & English

College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
05.2027

Study Abroad Program - Art History

American University of Paris
Paris, France
07.2025

Focus On Film Studies, English & PR

University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC

High School Diploma -

Academic Magnet High School
Charleston, SC
06.2023

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Detail-oriented
  • Creative writing & strategy
  • Photography
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Microsoft Word & Excel
  • Research skills
  • SPSS Statistics

Extracurricular Activities

Member of Women in Business Council, August 2023- December 2024

  • Gained in-depth understanding of the business world through workshops & collaborative projects.
  • Placed first in a group case competition focused on creative approaches to business practices in the fashion industry through a mock-campaign.

Member of Pi Beta Phi Fraternity for Women, August 2023 - December 2024

  • Contributed to the annual recruitment process through the Membership Selection Committee.
  • Participated in various philanthropic and service efforts local to Columbia, South Carolina.

Writer for HerCampus Magazine, January 2024 - December 2024

  • Composed bi-weekly articles focused on pop culture and media.

Writing Team Leader for Blossom Magazine, September 2024 - December 2024

  • Served as the leader of the writing team for the University of South Carolina's fashion creative publication.

Member of the Transfer Student Council, September 2025 - Present

  • Work alongside students & faculty to improve the transfer student experience.

Writer & Photographer for Cistern Yard Media, September 2025 - Present

  • Contribute to the College of Charleston's student-run publication by writing articles and assisting with photo shoots.

Member of the Mentor-Protegé Program at the Martin Center for Communication, January 2026 - Present

  • Gain insight into the communication field through networking and collaboration.

Timeline

Hostess at Lenoir Charleston

Aimbridge Hospitality
02.2023 - 05.2025

Social Media Manager & Contributor

Academic Magnet High School
08.2022 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Minors in Film Studies & English

College of Charleston

Study Abroad Program - Art History

American University of Paris

Focus On Film Studies, English & PR

University of South Carolina

High School Diploma -

Academic Magnet High School