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Emiko Essmiller

South Pasadena

Summary

Communicative and reliable high school senior with professional working experience in journalism and a passion for Asian community advocation. Specialization in administrative and collaborative management with proven, successful engagement initiatives. Also, skilled in photography, writing, and conflict resolution.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern (Writer and Photographer)

The Rafu Shimpo
07.2024 - Current
  • Researched and drafted articles on events for publication
  • Conducted interviews with community members
  • Photographed Obon festivals and created photo spreads

Editor

High School Newspaper (Tiger)
08.2023 - Current
  • Specialized in conducting interviews and onboarding new staff
  • Organized and led several different departments, rearranging where necessary to ensure smooth workflow
  • Collaborated with editorial board to brainstorm newspaper structure and staff engagement initiatives

Photographer

Freelance
01.2023 - Current
  • Captured images for various events and projects
  • Conducted personalized photoshoots (including professional headshots)
  • Maintained effective and timely communication with clients
  • Built a personal website to display my portfolio

Growth Coordinator

Asian Pacific Islander Student Union (APISU)
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Specialized in community outreach to grow the national organization
  • Acted as a liaison between the executive board and prospective chapters
  • Collaborated with the president and other departments to ensure smooth onboarding

Education

South Pasadena High School
South Pasadena, CA
06-2026

Skills

  • Clear communication
  • Administrative organization
  • Recruitment techniques
  • Creative collaboration
  • Project management
  • Effective task delegation
  • Detail-oriented
  • Complex problem resolution

Timeline

Intern (Writer and Photographer)

The Rafu Shimpo
07.2024 - Current

Growth Coordinator

Asian Pacific Islander Student Union (APISU)
02.2024 - 08.2024

Editor

High School Newspaper (Tiger)
08.2023 - Current

Photographer

Freelance
01.2023 - Current

South Pasadena High School

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