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Emily Amesquita

Evanston,IL

Summary

Hardworking and dedicated college student eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance movement towards company objectives. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, presenting a motivated attitude and enthusiastic presence. Committed to utilizing skills to further the mission of collaboration, engage in effective teamwork, provide excellent service, and positively impact local and surrounding communities.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Cantor

Northshore Community Church
09.2023 - Current
  • Listens acutely to other musicians as a designated section leader to promote a unified sound both within and outside the section.
  • Accurately learns assigned repertoire individually, providing translations where necessary and ensuring understanding of all musical markings.
  • Modifies technique and specifically tailors singing styles to individual pieces which may include solos, small ensembles, or large choral movements.
  • Consistently arrives early to ensure punctuality and effective use of rehearsal time.

Peer Adviser

Northwestern University
01.2022 - 09.2023
  • Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with and among incoming students through use of interpersonal icebreakers, assessment and acknowledgement of group dynamics, and daily check-ins in casual settings.
  • Utilized organizational skills and effective communication strategies to ensure all students' understanding of scheduling and required events.
  • Developed individual relationships with incoming students to assist in adjusting to college life both during and after the orientation time period.
  • Facilitated open and respectful dialogues among incoming students regarding the ways in which difficult topics such as sexual assault, health and wellness, and social justice and inclusion, exist on campus.

Choir Camp Counselor Manager

St. James Cathedral
08.2018 - 08.2022
  • Divided workload among fellow camp counselors and assigned specific tasks to ensure the smooth functioning of camp logistics.
  • Attended daily meetings with camp coordinators and relayed important information to fellow counselors.
  • Arrived early each day to organize files and post the daily schedule for counselors to be aware of prior to their arrival.

Retreat Rector

Seattle Preparatory High School
01.2019 - 05.2021
  • Nominated by peer retreat leaders for head position of the retreat board, thus acting as an intermediary between student leaders and faculty members.
  • Consistently worked with fellow retreat leaders to establish a strong sense of community and fellowship among both participants and leaders.
  • Took on a leadership position in which I scheduled and organized team meetings, communicated all necessary information, and assigned action items with designated deadlines.

Education

High School Diploma -

Seattle Preparatory High School
Seattle
06.2021

Bachelor of Arts; Bachelor of Music - English Literature And Voice Performance

Northwestern University
Evanston, IL
06.2025

Skills

  • Group Collaboration
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Communication
  • Active Listening
  • Flexibility
  • Organization

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Cantor

Northshore Community Church
09.2023 - Current

Peer Adviser

Northwestern University
01.2022 - 09.2023

Retreat Rector

Seattle Preparatory High School
01.2019 - 05.2021

Choir Camp Counselor Manager

St. James Cathedral
08.2018 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

Seattle Preparatory High School

Bachelor of Arts; Bachelor of Music - English Literature And Voice Performance

Northwestern University
Emily Amesquita