Leilani Johnson
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
University student with strong assertiveness and creativity. Skilled multitasker with excellent teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help company efforts. Reliable and dedicated employee with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Director/ Production Assistant
Filmmakers Society At The University Of Virginia
01.2024 - Current
- Effectively manage pre-production responsibilities, including working out budgets, hiring crew, and obtaining necessary permits
- Bring forth unrelenting creativity, vision, and dedication to student-made films
- Evaluate scripts to identify creative strategies and resource needs
- Passionately promote student-made films to the student body
Magazine Writer/ Editor
Her Campus At The University Of Virginia
10.2023 - Current
- Utilize exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content for the student body
- Proofread social media posts and weekly articles
- Complete thorough research into assigned topics
Production Assistant
Herndon Public Access
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Scheduled team meetings and served as a source of communication for production teams
- Aided in camera operation and sound design to enhance televised shows
- Collaborated with showrunners to develop effective teleplays
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Developed comprehensive knowledge of various beauty brands' offerings, enabling accurate suggestions based on specific requirements or preferences
- Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness
- Applied cosmetic products to clients on a daily basis
- Encouraged clients to sign up for company rewards program
Hostess
Jackson's Mighty Fine Food & Lucky Lounge
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Reserved tables for guests and confirmed details of expected parties
- Greeted guests at main entrance and guided them to their table while making conversation
- Assisted managers with quickly resolving service and food-related issues
- Organized food inventory for restaurant chefs
Server
Jackson's Mighty Fine Food & Lucky Lounge
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation
- Handled cash and credit card transactions and balanced cash drawer at the end of each shift
- Contributed to the team effort by completing side work and other tasks as needed
- Trained new servers on customer service, cash handling, and menu knowledge
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Major W/ Business Minor
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05.2025
Skills
- Assertiveness and Organization
- Hospitality and Collaboration
- Creativity and Innovation
- Business Leadership
General Skills:
Technical Skills:
- Adobe Photoshop
- Microsoft Word
- Graphics Suite
- PowerPoint
- Corel Draw
- Procreate
Timeline
Director/ Production Assistant
Filmmakers Society At The University Of Virginia
01.2024 - Current
Magazine Writer/ Editor
Her Campus At The University Of Virginia
10.2023 - Current
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
05.2022 - 09.2022
Production Assistant
Herndon Public Access
03.2022 - 08.2023
Hostess
Jackson's Mighty Fine Food & Lucky Lounge
05.2021 - 09.2021
Server
Jackson's Mighty Fine Food & Lucky Lounge
05.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - English Major W/ Business Minor
University of Virginia
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