Ethan Aday
Palo Alto,CA
Summary
Innovative and adaptable student with a diverse background in outdoor education, media, and entrepreneurship. Founded a clothing brand and established a reputation as a skilled freelance photographer specializing in sports, automotive, and fashion. Demonstrated expertise as an experienced climber and climbing coach, particularly in working with children. Possesses strong interpersonal and organizational skills gained through various campus and community roles as a seasoned childcare worker.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outdoor Education Leader
Colgate University
09.2024 - Current
- Trained and guided outdoor activities for students at Colgate University.
- Obtained my Wilderness First Responder Certification
- Completed two semesters of outdoor leader training through Colgate Outdoor Education
Student Observer
MCEMS / Colgate EMS
09.2024 - Current
- Participant in student observer program; assisting and learning from EMS professionals.
Wall Staff
Colgate University
08.2024 - Current
- Managed climbing wall operations and safety.
Routesetting Staff
Colgate University
11.2023 - Current
- Designed and set climbing routes weekly.
Founder
Qwaezar
02.2021 - Current
- Established and managed a clothing brand.
- Lead all creative, operational, and marketing efforts including design, branding, and order fulfillment.
- Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
Professional Photographer
Freelance Photography
06.2019 - Current
- Captured and edited content across fashion, sports, events, and automotive.
- Contracted by schools, clothing brands, and auto events.
- Maintained photography/videography platforms: @QZRPhoto & @Qwaezar.
Radio Show Host
WRCU-FM 90.1
01.2025 - Current
- Host and curate weekly radio programming on a college station.
Substitue OERC Attendant
Colgate University
02.2025 - Current
- Stepped in to take shifts to OERC (Outdoor Education Rental Center) clean, neat, and organized.
- Repaired damaged outdoors equipment.
- Assisted customers with renting gear.
Link Leader
Colgate University
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Supported a group of 16 incoming freshmen during orientation.
- Was assigned as an individual leader to an orientation group.
- Assisted with transition to college life by providing one-on-one support.
- Helped students troubleshoot and resolve issues with registration.
Gateway Staff
Movement
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Coached youth in climbing techniques and gym safety during weekly summer programs.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
Substitute Wall Staff
Colgate University
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Filled in as needed at campus climbing wall.
Summer Camp Counselor
Steve & Kate's Camp
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted in daily operations and supervision of large youth day camp.
Cafe Manager
Dunn School
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Oversaw student-run café operations and event planning.
- Trained cafe employees to consistently exceed customers' expectations and provide superior service.
- Minimized risks of cross-contamination and infection by directing team members to regularly clean and sanitize surfaces.
- Developed and implemented strategies to promote cafe products and increase sales.
- Introduced new menu items to add variety and selections and meet customer preferences.
Summer Academy Counselor
Dunn School
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Assisted in dorm life and co-taught a business course.
Education
B.A. - International Relations
Colgate University
Hamilton, NY06.2027
High School Diploma -
Dunn School
Los Olivos, CA01.2023
Skills
- Photography
- Editing
- Photoshop
- Wilderness Medicine
- First Aid and CPR/AED
- Dislocation Reduction Techniques
- Belaying
- Youth Mentorship
- Education
- Child safety monitoring
- Instructional leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Risk Management
Websites
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Wilderness First Responder
Awards
Jurgensen's Entrepreneurial Mindset Award, Dunn School
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional Working
Timeline
Substitue OERC Attendant
Colgate University
02.2025 - Current
Radio Show Host
WRCU-FM 90.1
01.2025 - Current
Outdoor Education Leader
Colgate University
09.2024 - Current
Student Observer
MCEMS / Colgate EMS
09.2024 - Current
Wall Staff
Colgate University
08.2024 - Current
Gateway Staff
Movement
05.2024 - 08.2024
Link Leader
Colgate University
04.2024 - 12.2024
Substitute Wall Staff
Colgate University
01.2024 - 05.2024
Routesetting Staff
Colgate University
11.2023 - Current
Summer Camp Counselor
Steve & Kate's Camp
06.2023 - 08.2023
Summer Academy Counselor
Dunn School
05.2022 - 07.2022
Cafe Manager
Dunn School
08.2021 - 06.2023
Founder
Qwaezar
02.2021 - Current
Professional Photographer
Freelance Photography
06.2019 - Current
B.A. - International Relations
Colgate University
High School Diploma -
Dunn School
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