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Emily Wical

Loma Linda,CA

Summary

As a strategic communications student, I am a responsible, sociable, and detail-oriented individual. I am a hardworking employee with strong customer service, multitasking, and time management skills, devoted to providing every customer with a positive and memorable experience. I am eager to expand my professional experience and am seeking flexible part-time employment with weekend and evening shift options.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Communications Specialist

WWU Center Of Human Engagment
Walla Walla, WA
05.2024 - Current
  • I am the Communications Specialist for the WWU CHE's CARE project, a pilot initiative by the North Pacific Union Conference Community Services. The C.A.R.E. (Community Action Relief Experience) Project aims to enhance youth involvement in community service through a comprehensive engagement plan, supported by CARE Advocates and expert partners. My responsibilities include developing media relations strategies to raise public awareness of our activities.
  • Assisting with web design tasks to maintain an online presence through digital media platforms, managing website content and updates, including text copywriting and graphic design elements.
  • Developing editorial website templates to help multiple churches.
  • Researching new technology solutions that could improve communication efficiency within the organization.
  • Participating in brainstorming sessions to generate ideas for promotional campaigns.
  • Using knowledge of marketing and communications to create emotional bonds with consumers and clients.
  • Advising and supporting the communications team during strategy development meetings.

Student Media Writer

Walla Walla University
Walla Walla, WA
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Interviewed students to gather diverse perspectives for stories.
  • Composed and revised news write-ups for the WWU website, brochures, newsletters, promotional materials, and more.
  • Proofread copy to check grammar, punctuation, spelling, syntax, and organization of material.
  • Enhanced organization of digital and physical office spaces.
  • Collaborated with editors and designers on various projects.
  • Maintained accurate records of all writing assignments completed.
  • Generated ideas for new stories or topics to write about.
  • Organized written work according to established style guidelines.
  • Monitored current events for potential story ideas or topics relevant to company objectives.
  • Ensured that all written work met quality standards before submission deadlines.

Crew Member

Harkins Theaters
Redlands, CA
07.2022 - 09.2023
  • Attendant for helping keep the theater clean, comfortable, and enjoyable for guests.
  • Interim shift leader to cover supervisor for breaks.
  • Guest greeter to check tickets and prevent potential theft of movie seats.
  • Cashiered and filled food orders. Proficient in all aspects of this position.
  • Worked well with all the personalities, ethnicities, genders, and people of different socio-economic backgrounds that worked here.
  • Performed cashier duties, such as taking orders, collecting payments, and providing change.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Organized and restocked supplies to support operations and team productivity.
  • Provided excellent customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests.
  • I was invited to come back and work again for a second summer.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Strategic Communication

Walla Walla University
College Place, WA
06-2026

Skills

  • Knowledgeable in Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Premiere Pro
  • Proficient in social media platforms, graphic design, website management, typo3, drawing, painting, and other artistic skills, Microsoft Office products, and other online media platforms
  • I am experienced with interviewing, Copyediting writing news, and communications material
  • I enjoy connecting with people and ensuring that everyone is heard, respected, and valued

Affiliations

  • I love the arts painting, writing, graphic design, story telling, and pottery are some of my favorites
  • I love being in nature, hiking, backpacking, going to the beach or the redwoods are some of my favorite activities
  • I love coffee shops, so I made my own at home, I'm still learning but its so fun to make my own matcha for friends and myself
  • In my free time recently I have been trying to learn how to create websites
  • community is huge for me, so i try and be part of it while also creating and connecting with my own

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Communications Specialist

WWU Center Of Human Engagment
05.2024 - Current

Student Media Writer

Walla Walla University
10.2023 - 06.2024

Crew Member

Harkins Theaters
07.2022 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Strategic Communication

Walla Walla University

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