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Awards
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Joseph Scales

Pasadena,CA

Summary

Energetic and organized professional with a natural talent for managing schedules and multitasking in fast-paced environments. Strong communication and organizational skills essential for efficient office operations and administrative support. Committed to facilitating a seamless workflow and contributing to the overall success of the team.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Fine Arts Assistant

PUSD
08.2024 - Current
  • Worked with John Muir High School Marching band and John Muir High school Costume shop
  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
  • Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
  • Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.
  • Strengthened client relationships through consistent follow-up communication and efficient problem resolution.
  • Assisted managers in decision-making processes based on thorough research and analysis of available data.
  • Assisted actors with fittings, alterations, and adjustments, ensuring comfort and accurate portrayal of characters.
  • Developed creative solutions for last-minute costume changes, ensuring continuity in the overall production.
  • Managed costume budgets while sourcing high-quality materials within financial constraints set forth by producers or directors.
  • Assisted cast members in understanding their characters'' motivations through discussions about how costumes can illustrate backstory or personality traits.
  • Championed a culture of excellence within the marching band by setting clear goals, providing motivation, and celebrating achievements at all levels.
  • Maintained a strong presence at all marching band-related events, including competitions, parades, and community performances.

Junior Instructor

Tmax
05.2023 - 08.2023


  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, fostering a positive and respectful learning environment.
  • Improved student comprehension by employing diverse teaching strategies tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Delivered differentiated instruction to meet the unique needs of learners within each class; accommodating varied skill levels, interests, and abilities while maintaining high expectations for all students.

Costume designer

Pasadena All Star Musical
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Led fittings with actors, making necessary adjustments to ensure proper fit and comfort while maintaining the integrity of the design.
  • Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
  • Expanded creative skillset through continuous professional development opportunities such as workshops, courses, or conferences.
  • Read scripts and researched appropriate costumes.
  • Oversaw operation of on-site costume shop.
  • Consistently met tight deadlines under high-pressure circumstances, ensuring that all productions started on time with a fully prepared wardrobe.
  • Attended and participated in extensive rehearsals for stage and film productions.

Camp Counselor

Tmax
06.2021 - 07.2021
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Ensured smooth transitions between activities by efficiently managing time and resources throughout each day.

Education

High School - General Education

John Muir High School
Pasadena, CA
05.2024

Skills

  • Fast learner
  • Workload management
  • Mentoring
  • Management skills
  • Costume Designer
  • Student engagement
  • Time management
  • Collaborative learning
  • Team leadership
  • Computer skills
  • Child supervision
  • Positive engagement

Awards

  • Seal Of Biliteracy, 2017
  • Alvin E. Lyles Leadership Award, 2024

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Fine Arts Assistant

PUSD
08.2024 - Current

Junior Instructor

Tmax
05.2023 - 08.2023

Costume designer

Pasadena All Star Musical
08.2022 - 01.2023

Camp Counselor

Tmax
06.2021 - 07.2021

High School - General Education

John Muir High School
Joseph Scales