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Julia Contreras

Westminster,CO

Summary

To obtain experience and firsthand knowledge of school operations, collaborating with a team as a representative of higher education. I would like to enhance my people skills and utilize my leadership abilities. I feel I have the capabilities to help contribute to the College experience by guiding others. I am motivated and enthusiastic to gain and earn hands-on experience with any task that is given to me. I am passionate about a guests’ experience, becoming a leader, and creating a positive environment for those around me.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Theme Park Cast Member

Walt Disney World Company
05.2025 - 01.2026
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.

Editorial and Marketing

Hindsight Literary magazine
02.2025 - 05.2025
  • I work editorial and marketing for Hindsight and help others’ voices come to light with their writing
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.

Staff Writer

The Holy Family Lamppost
01.2021 - 04.2021
  • I was part of the student-run newspaper as a staff writer
  • Giving me the opportunity to meet with people to discuss current events and highlight my writing and people skills
  • Investigated important community issues and put together well-received reports.
  • Developed and maintained network of contacts to facilitate story development.
  • Built strong relationships with sources to gain access to exclusive information.
  • Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends and issues.
  • Selected material to develop interesting and professional presentations for different formats.
  • Planned and conducted research and pitched long-form stories to promote investigative news topics.
  • Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.

Staff Contributor

CU Independent
05.2021 - 12.2021
  • I am part of the writing team of the CU Independent as a staff contributor
  • With that, I speak to others to gain knowledge of a topic I am writing about and have an amplified voice in the work that I do

Staff Contributor

The Summit
05.2020 - 12.2021
  • Worked on a team of various ages and with a clientele of adults, children, and teenagers
  • I was given tasks to complete and still provide stellar customer service
  • Developed knowledge of games and attractions and current and upcoming events to effectively communicate to guests.
  • Assisted with game technical and mechanical issues and offered playing instructions to enhance guest enjoyment.
  • Maintained appearance of arcade floor and surrounding areas by cleaning surfaces, counters and equipment.
  • Stocked, replenished and retrieved redemption merchandise, tokens and tickets and informed management of low inventory.
  • Answered guest questions to provide fun game experience.
  • Reported concerns, broken machines, and out-of-order games to supervisor.
  • Explained and demonstrated games and attractions to assist guests.
  • Welcomed and greeted customers, answered questions, and provided excellent customer service to contribute to memory-making experience.

Education

Guardian Angels Primary School
Denver

High School Diploma -

Holy Family High School
Thornton, Colorado
05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication

University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, Colorado
05-2025

Skills

  • Written communication
  • Verbal communication
  • Computer knowledge
  • People skills
  • Customer service
  • Public speaking
  • Social perceptiveness
  • Training & Development
  • Problem resolution
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Conflict resolution
  • Self-Directed
  • Decision-making
  • Excellent communication
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Communication

Interests

  • Blogging
  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • Acting and Theater
  • Music
  • Creative Writing
  • Fundraising Events
  • Surfing
  • Playing Sports
  • Team Sports
  • Swimming

Timeline

Theme Park Cast Member

Walt Disney World Company
05.2025 - 01.2026

Editorial and Marketing

Hindsight Literary magazine
02.2025 - 05.2025

Staff Contributor

CU Independent
05.2021 - 12.2021

Staff Writer

The Holy Family Lamppost
01.2021 - 04.2021

Staff Contributor

The Summit
05.2020 - 12.2021

Guardian Angels Primary School

High School Diploma -

Holy Family High School

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication

University of Colorado Boulder

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