Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Peer Group Connection Certificate of Excellence
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Gena Shepherd

Albany,NY

Summary

Positive, upbeat, and energetic individual with developed leadership and mentoring skills in dynamic, youth-focused environment, seeking to transition into new field. Demonstrates strong communication and organizational abilities, with proven track record of fostering positive group dynamics. Looking to leverage these transferable skills to make meaningful impact in new role.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Peer Mentor

Thomas A. Edison CTE High School
09.2024 - 05.2025
  • Assisted mentees in setting realistic short-term goals that align with long-term ambitions increasing accountability in goal achievement.
  • Collaborated with fellow team members to create a fun, inclusive, and educational atmosphere for all participants.
  • Strengthened teamwork skills among participants through cooperative games that encouraged collaboration towards common goals.
  • Enhanced young teen's creativity by implementing engaging and educational activities.

Digital Media Intern

Skylight Pharmacy
01.2025 - 01.2025
  • Company Overview: Company Overview: Organized and efficient, Supportive and collaborative
  • Created and managed content for social media platforms
  • Captured and edited digital photos/videos to support branding
  • Organized and cleaned work areas to maintain a professional environment
  • Supported staff with digital media tasks and day-to-day operations
  • Organized and efficient, Supportive and collaborative
  • Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.


Intern & Graduate

The Rising Tide Effect
01.2024 - 01.2024
  • Developed and oversaw content for various social media platforms
  • Captured and edited digital photos and videos to enhance branding
  • Maintained a professional environment by organizing and tidying work areas
  • Assisted staff with digital media projects and daily operations

Digital Media Intern

Swef internship
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Maintained and operated photography and video gear
  • Supported production setup and editing
  • Offered constructive feedback on mentee progress, enabling them to refine their skills and enhance their potential.
  • Guided mentees in overcoming challenges by sharing personal experiences and offering practical advice.
  • Assisted mentees in setting achievable goals and creating realistic action plans for personal and professional growth.

Group Member

Summer Youth Employment Program
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Participated in community-based work and team projects

Education

High School - Digital Media

Thomas A. Edison CTE High School
Queens, New York
06.2025

Skills

  • Reliable and consistent
  • Driven and goal-oriented
  • Time Management
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Teamwork & Leadership
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Responsibility
  • Teaching techniques
  • Patience and empathy

Certification

  • Adobe Certified Professional - Video Design (Photoshop)
  • Adobe Certified Professional - Digital Design (Premiere Pro)
  • Adobe Certified Professional - Video Design

Timeline

Digital Media Intern

Skylight Pharmacy
01.2025 - 01.2025

Peer Mentor

Thomas A. Edison CTE High School
09.2024 - 05.2025

Intern & Graduate

The Rising Tide Effect
01.2024 - 01.2024

Digital Media Intern

Swef internship
01.2023 - 01.2024

Group Member

Summer Youth Employment Program
01.2022 - 01.2024

High School - Digital Media

Thomas A. Edison CTE High School

Peer Group Connection Certificate of Excellence

This program taps into the power of older students to create a nurturing environment for incoming 9th graders. Trained peer leaders who meet once per week with 9th graders in outreach sessions designed to strengthen relationships among students across grades.

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