Lila Cumming
Ridgefield,CT
Summary
My name is Lila, I am currently seeking an entry level position in film production. I currently do not live in New York City, but I am relocating soon. I am a hardworking and passionate candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I have a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Front of House
The Cake Box of CT
06.2018 - Current
- Informed and took orders from customers over the phone.
- Managed day-to-day FOH operations to drive quality, standards, and meet customer expectations.
- Performed cash handling activities and secured nightly bank deposits.
- Adhered to safe work practices, food safety regulations, and corporate guidelines.
- Rang up customers efficiently in a busy storefront environment.
News Reporter, Summer News Editor
The Vermont Cynic
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Conducted interviews with at least 3 relevant sources each week.
- Maintained consistent communication with sources once a day.
- Worked under a deadline of 1-2 weeks per story.
- Attended to revisions from editors within 24 hours.
- Delivered unscripted breaking news and special event coverage to community.
- Presented news by researching, developing and covering field news events.
- Identified and secured multiple information sources for each story to provide accurate, credible news coverage.
Sales Associate
Dirt Chic
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Maintained a positive attitude towards customers and staff
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Sales Associate
Banana Republic
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Student
New York Film Academy
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with fellow students on an individual short film.
- Performed directive control over short film.
- Efficiently planned and shot film throughout the 1-week program.
- Helped set up sound, lighting and camera angles.
- Performed diverse administrative tasks in support of production team.
- Conducted film editing and post-processing actions for class assignments.
Intern
Museum Of Natural History
05.2019 - 06.2019
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Assisted directors in designing the Sharks and Colors exhibit.
- Constructed mock exhibit layout using workroom resources.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
Education
Bachelor - Film/Television Studies, Classical Civilizations
The University of Vermont
Burlington05.2023
Skills
- Adobe Premier
- Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office
- Google Sheets, Slides, Docs, and Forms
- News writing
- Team Collaboration
- Service Prioritization
- Goal-Driven
- Verbal Communication
- Workflow Processes
Timeline
Sales Associate
Dirt Chic
09.2021 - 12.2021
Sales Associate
Banana Republic
06.2021 - 08.2021
News Reporter, Summer News Editor
The Vermont Cynic
09.2020 - 09.2022
Student
New York Film Academy
07.2019 - 08.2019
Intern
Museum Of Natural History
05.2019 - 06.2019
Front of House
The Cake Box of CT
06.2018 - Current
Bachelor - Film/Television Studies, Classical Civilizations
The University of Vermont
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