Ethan Vander Meiden
Provo,UT
Summary
24-year-old professional with experience in customer service, hospitality, and behavioral health. Known for strong communication, staying calm under pressure, building positive relationships, and handling multiple responsibilities in fast-paced environments. Brings a friendly and professional attitude, strong attention to detail, and a natural ability to make people feel comfortable and valued. Reliable, adaptable, and eager to contribute to a team while providing an excellent experience for every customer.
Overview
10
10
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Frontline
Cirque Lodge
Orem, Utah
02.2026 - Current
- Client/Resident Support — Provide consistent support and assistance to residents throughout their treatment.
- Crisis Management — Remain calm and professional during stressful, emotional, or potentially difficult situations.
- Professional Communication — Communicate clearly with residents, coworkers, supervisors, and other professionals.
Customer Service Representative
HealthiatRx
Frisco, TX
01.2025 - 02.2026
- Conferred with customers by telephone or in-person to provide information about products or services.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product offerings to provide accurate information to customers.
- Kept records of customer interactions or transactions, recording details of inquiries and actions taken.
- Managed difficult customer situations with professionalism and empathy.
- Assisted customers in navigating company website or application during support interactions.
Podcast Producer/ Talent
Telekenisis Productions
Provo, Utah
09.2023 - 09.2025
- Oversaw creation of episodes.
- Developed podcast concepts and planned episode structures.
- Coordinated work of writers, directors and managers throughout production process.
- Improved scripts with creative and technical changes.
Behavioral Health Technician
Aspen Grove Behavioral Hospital
Orem, UT
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Coordinated direct assessments, vitals monitoring and recordkeeping as part of care management.
- Helped control patients' behaviors and minimize negative effects by working closely with nurses and clinicians.
- Intervened in crisis situations, employing communication, de-escalation and patient care strategies to resolve concerns.
Restaurant Server
Nerdvana
Frisco, Texas
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Memorized menu additions, changes and limited offerings.
- Adhered to state liquor regulations to serve alcohol safely.
- Followed safety, sanitization and food handling guidelines.
- Communicated professionally with customers, colleagues and supervisors.
Restaurant Host
Nerdvana
Frisco, Texas
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Used table management system to serve customers and coordinate guest movements.
- Followed company procedures for guest-seating, including proper use of station charts and workflow.
- Supported server efficiency, introducing guests to server and taking drink orders.
Production Assistant
Telekenisis Productions
Provo, UT
10.2022 - 11.2022
- Facilitated communication between different departments on set during production.
- Assisted with set construction and dismantling for various film and television productions.
- Liaised between directors, producers, and talent to ensure clear communication on set.
Clerical Assistant
Capital Rebar
Irwindale, CA
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Answered incoming phone calls, directed to appropriate personnel, and took messages.
- Developed and maintained digital and analog filing systems.
- Fostered relationships with office personnel and customers to strengthen connections.
Education
Associate of Arts - Communications
Brigham Young University Idaho
Rexburg, ID 09.2020 - 09.2026
High School Diploma -
ECC High School
Frisco, Texas 08.2016 - 05.2020
Skills
- Collaborative
- Complaint resolution
- Excellent communication
- Prioritization & multitasking
- Tactful & diplomatic
- Menu memorization
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Stress management
- Sales expertise
- De-escalation techniques
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
Timeline
Frontline
Cirque Lodge
02.2026 - Current
Customer Service Representative
HealthiatRx
01.2025 - 02.2026
Behavioral Health Technician
Aspen Grove Behavioral Hospital
05.2024 - 01.2025
Podcast Producer/ Talent
Telekenisis Productions
09.2023 - 09.2025
Production Assistant
Telekenisis Productions
10.2022 - 11.2022
Restaurant Server
Nerdvana
01.2022 - 08.2023
Restaurant Host
Nerdvana
12.2021 - 12.2022
Associate of Arts - Communications
Brigham Young University Idaho
09.2020 - 09.2026
Clerical Assistant
Capital Rebar
04.2019 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
ECC High School
08.2016 - 05.2020