LILY MARIE BALCAZAR

Motivated and responsible high school student with a strong academic record and leadership experience across faith-based, school, and community activities. Seeking opportunities to further develop communication, organizational, and leadership skills in a professional setting while contributing positively to a team-oriented environment.

• Tony Hernandez, (619) 723-4578, Head Pastor, Riverlife Church
• Brett Spross, (619) 206-6316, Head Pastor, South Point Church
• Jeff Sullivan, (619) 508-1267, Dean, Point Loma Nazarene University

• Girl Scout Member, Girl Scouts of San Diego, 01/2013, Present, Completed community service projects and earned badges in leadership and service, Participated in team-building and skills development workshops
• Babysitter, Self-Employed, 08/2022, Present, Cared for children ages 1-10 in various households, Maintained safe environments, engaged in creative play, and followed routines

• FAITH CLUB LEADER, High School, 08/2022, Present, Led weekly meetings promoting values of kindness, respect, and service, Organized community outreach and volunteer events with local organizations
• CFO EASTLAKE EDGE NEWSPAPER, Eastlake High School, 08/2025, Present, Manage all fundraising efforts, oversee budgeting and expenses, and handle paperwork and financial records for the school's award-winning publication.
• STUDENT LIFE & ENTERTAINMENT PAGE EDITOR, Eastlake High School, 08/2025, Present, Curate and edit student life and entertainment content, coordinate layout design, assign stories, and collaborate with writers to ensure engaging and relevant coverage.
• WORSHIP LEADER ELH FAITH CLUB, Eastlake High School, 08/2025, Present, Coordinate worship team practices, select and manage worship music, and lead student-led faith-based gatherings on campus.
• EVENT PHOTOGRAPHER, Eastlake High School, 08/2025, Present, Capture photos at major campus events, organize and archive images for the school newspaper, and oversee social media promotion and content distribution.
• YOUTH GROUP LEADER, South Point Church, 08/2022, Present, Facilitated discussions and activities for middle and high school peers, Planned and led retreats and faith-based service projects
• CHURCH WORSHIP LEADER, South Point Church, 08/2020, Present, Organized and led music and prayer during weekly services, Collaborated with worship team to prepare song lists and themes
• STUDENT COUNCIL PRESIDENT, Heritage School, 08/2019, 06/2020, Represented student body and coordinated with faculty on school initiatives, Led meetings, planned events, and managed school-wide campaigns