Julia Byrom
Niceville,FL
Summary
A dedicated and adaptable student eager to apply school knowledge to real-world experiences and professions, with a strong willingness to contribute and improve. Adept at seeing from various perspectives and balancing different opinions while working in collaborative settings. Motivated by a passion for cultural and social awareness and being able to reflect these ideas through writing and digital media, thus an interest in pursuing studies within the Communication and Journalism fields throughout college.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Front of House Staff Member
Chick-fil-A
Niceville, FL
10.2023 - Current
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
- Replenished condiments and other dining supplies as needed throughout shift.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in the restaurant.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure orders were prepared quickly and accurately.
- Processed customer payments accurately and efficiently.
Club Co-President
Reading Buddies
Niceville, FL
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Worked closely with elementary students to help improve their reading, math, and problem-solving skills, allowing club members to get a head start in early education experience, and earn volunteer hours.
- Communicated with teachers about arranging meetings and assisting in classrooms.
- Represented the organization at external meetings and events when necessary (Homecoming Parade and Club Fair)
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of the organization, ensuring smooth running of all activities.
Organization Member
National Honors Society
Florida, FL
10.2023 - 05.2025
- Maintained the necessary GPA and grade requirements.
- Adhered to the organization's commitment to values of scholarship, service, leadership, and character.
- Cultivated skills in project management, teamwork, communication, and volunteering.
- Demonstrated dedicated work ethic and enthusiasm through various service opportunities (such as).
Organization Member
Key Club International
Niceville, FL
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Participated in fundraising efforts through various campaigns and initiatives (collaborating with Kiwanis International in duffle bag donation stuffing, shopping sprees for less fortunate kids, etc.)
- Attended district-wide leadership conferences as a member of the Key Club (Key Club Kick-off Conference).
- Developed strategies for engaging in meaningful service projects throughout the year (International Coastal Beach Clean-Up, Plew Science Nights, etc.)
- Participated in community outreach programs aimed at increasing awareness about Key Club activities.
Organization Member
Quill & Scroll Honor Society
Niceville, FL
04.2023 - 05.2025
- Recognized for individual student as well as group initiative and achievements in scholastic journalism through participation in high school yearbook and newspaper.
- Attended and assisted with set-up and break down of special events within the club.
Staff Member & Podcast Co-host
Niceville High School Eagle Echo Newspaper
Niceville, FL
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with photographers, editors and other reporters regarding assignments.
- Created multimedia packages that included audio and video clips or podcasts.
- Photographed events pertinent to assigned stories.
- Developed and pursued stories independently and for assignment, covering range of topics and events.
- Interviewed sources, contacts and leads to gather information for stories.
Copy Editor
Niceville High School Aquila Yearbook
Niceville, FL
09.2022 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with fellow staff members and other editors to ensure content quality.
- Ensured that all copy adhered to the yearbook's style and guidelines.
- Collaborated with staff members in order to promote sales of the yearbook through various mediums, such as social media, emails, or print materials.
- Conducted interviews with students, faculty and staff for feature stories for the yearbook.
- Photographed and documented school events.
- Assisted in creating layouts for the yearbook.
Education
Sophomore-Senior Year
Niceville High School
Niceville, FL05-2025
Freshman Year
Wiesbaden High School
Wiesbaden, Germany Skills
- Interviewing techniques
- Writing and editing
- Layout Design
- Event coverage
- Professionalism
- Originality and Creativity
- Attention to Detail
- Active Listening
- Adaptability
- Interpersonal Skills
- Calm Under Pressure
- Organizational Skills
Accomplishments
- Troy University 2023 J-Day Best Overall Yearbook
Timeline
Club Co-President
Reading Buddies
08.2024 - 05.2025
Front of House Staff Member
Chick-fil-A
10.2023 - Current
Organization Member
National Honors Society
10.2023 - 05.2025
Organization Member
Key Club International
09.2023 - 05.2025
Organization Member
Quill & Scroll Honor Society
04.2023 - 05.2025
Staff Member & Podcast Co-host
Niceville High School Eagle Echo Newspaper
01.2023 - 05.2025
Copy Editor
Niceville High School Aquila Yearbook
09.2022 - 05.2025
Sophomore-Senior Year
Niceville High School
Freshman Year
Wiesbaden High School