Jacob Edwards
Crown Point,IN
Summary
Hard-working and dedicated student worker with a passion for music and electrical science. Possesses a knack for problem-solving and an acute willingness to take on a challenge. Dependable professional ready to work with others with a commitment to go above and beyond.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Worker
Purdue Dining & Catering
West Lafayette, Indiana
02.2025 - Current
- Prepare and replenish food in a fast-paced, buffet-style dining court.
- Ensure cleanliness in the kitchen, food stations, dining areas, and dishwashing room.
- Work with others to ensure effectiveness and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
- Help new workers learn the ropes to ensure a smooth transition to a new job.
Guitar Technician/Lesson Teacher/Sales Assistant
Broadway Music LLC
Merillville, IN
08.2023 - 08.2025
- Repaired guitars and other instruments to get them into optimal performance, personalized to each musician.
- Utilized tools such as a soldering iron to analyze and repair electrical issues with guitars.
- Utilized my knowledge of the violin, guitar, and saxophone to help introduce beginners into the world of music.
- Helped customers find the right product to fit their needs.
- Upkept the store and was trusted to run it by myself.
Crew Member
Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra
Munster, Indiana
08.2022 - 08.2025
- Loaded and unloaded music equipment from the truck.
- Ensured large percussion instruments were handled with care and prepared for the musicians.
- I prepared the stage to be ready for the musicians when they arrived, and I tore down the stage once the concert was over.
Store Associate
Hot Topic
Merillville, IN
05.2023 - 06.2025
- Operated the cash register to securely process transactions and help customers get the best deals possible.
- Assisted customers in finding merchandise that best suited what they were looking for.
- Monitored sales floor to identify customers in need of assistance and items that needed cleaning up.
- Became the very first District Employee of the Month in our district.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crown Point High School
Crown Point, IN06-2024
Bachelor of Science - Audio Engineering & Music: Technology
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INSkills
- Guitar repair
- Customer assistance
- Team collaboration
- Sales
- Soldering
- Computer skills
- Cash register operation
- Project management
- Food preparation
- Kitchen cleanliness
Affiliations
Plays in rock, metal, jazz bands, and orchestras.
Timeline
Student Worker
Purdue Dining & Catering
02.2025 - Current
Guitar Technician/Lesson Teacher/Sales Assistant
Broadway Music LLC
08.2023 - 08.2025
Store Associate
Hot Topic
05.2023 - 06.2025
Crew Member
Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra
08.2022 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Crown Point High School
Bachelor of Science - Audio Engineering & Music: Technology
Purdue University
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