Emma Matus
Austin,TX
Summary
Poet, editor, and graduate student in equal parts. Eager to abandon a long-time post of hovering at the front stoop of the literary world and finally get one foot in the door. Quick learner, strong leader, and team player, ready to contribute to the expansion of the publishing realm with dedication, collaboration, delight, and respect.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Bambino
03.2024 - Current
- Contributed to the opening of a brand new restaurant by completing tasks such as planning bar menus, developing prep schedules, and designing the flow of the bar and well areas
- Worked one-on-one with the beverage director to design batch and keg cocktail systems to boost profitability and efficiency without sacrificing quality
- Implemented clear communication channels between bartenders and management to keep track of problem areas, inventory, and scheduling
- Evaluated patron needs to help guide the bar in a way that suits the specific desires of our clientele
- Performed opening and closing duties to uphold cleanliness, productivity, and preparation
Lead Bartender
Taco Flats
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Acted as manager on duty, taking responsibility for refunds, discounts, and drawers
- Resolved conflicts between management, staff, and customers through clear communication and weighing of needs
- Served high volumes of customers during sporting events, evenings, and weekends, boosting profits while retaining excellent customer service and quality control
- Developed seasonal drink menus for summer and winter
- Trained new bartenders on craft cocktail production and selling points of our dozens of local craft beers
Film Edition Intern
Widespread Creative
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Sorted clips for documentary and narrative-based advertisements
- Transcribed spot commercials
- Created concepts and proofs for hour-long features
- Learned about corporate branding and the use of narratives in creative public appeal.
Senior Deckhand/Seasonal Shop Worker
Schooner J. & E. Riggin
04.2022 - 11.2022
Education
Master of Arts - Creative Writing
The University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Radio-Television-Film
The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05.2020
Skills
- Professional communication and writing
- Proofreading and attention to detail
- Workshopping peer submissions (fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction, and graphic forms) in group settings
- Project management and delegation
Certification
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training (January-February 2024)
- AVID Media Composer Certified (July 2020)
Timeline
Bartender
Bambino
03.2024 - Current
Lead Bartender
Taco Flats
04.2023 - 01.2024
Senior Deckhand/Seasonal Shop Worker
Schooner J. & E. Riggin
04.2022 - 11.2022
Film Edition Intern
Widespread Creative
01.2019 - 06.2019
Master of Arts - Creative Writing
The University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Science - Radio-Television-Film
The University of Texas At Austin
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