Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
LANGUAGES
Extracurricular activities
Timeline
HONORS, AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Lindsay Bueno Cordero

Gerald W. Lynch Theater
Brooklyn,NY
3
Languages
1
Certification
2
Years of experience

Developed strong communication and organizational skills in fast-paced event environments. Adaptable and capable of managing crowds and ensuring smooth operations. Looking to transition into a new field, leveraging transferable skills to contribute effectively to a dynamic team and a shared mission.

Work History

Usher

1 Year 11 Months
Gerald W. Lynch Theater | 11.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced facilitation of 200-500 audiences by providing clear directions, customer service, accessibility accommodations, event details, and a welcoming atmosphere throughout the event.
  • Collaborate with a team of 7-11 ushers and theater staff to resolve seating disputes, lost tickets, or accessibility accommodations while maintaining a professional, audience-focused approach.
  • Demonstrated adaptability and leadership by fulfilling five distinct roles, enforcing standard policy and procedures while maintaining friendly and proactive interactions with patrons.

Orientation Leader

1 Year
CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice | 06.2025 - 06.2026
  • Facilitated orientation classrooms of 15 to 40 incoming freshmen and transfer students, enhancing their understanding of the campus community and resources.
  • Coordinated and led group campus tours of up to 20 students and parents, familiarizing them with campus offices and services provided.
  • Exemplified leadership expectations by working with 18-24 Orientation Leaders to ensure the flow of over 500 students, designating roles, and anticipating needs.

Bridge Coach

3 Months
CUNY K-12 Initiatives College And Career Bridge for All | 06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Trained to provide guidance, support, and adequate resources for caseload of 310 High School seniors regarding college matriculation, financial aid, or additional postsecondary planning.
  • Mentored and collaborated with 5 near-peer mentors to enhance students' engagement and self-advocacy by sharing resources, event information, and guidelines. and building rapport with caseload.
  • Enhanced rapport with students through personalized outreach, mass emails, and individualized 1-on-1 meetings while using Google Meet, Google Forms, and Instagram.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

John Jay College of Criminal Justice | New York, NY | 05.2027
  • Minoring in Psychology
  • GPA: 3.71
  • Dean's List - Spring 2024, Fall 2024, Spring 2025, Fall 2025, Spring 2026

High School Diploma

Franklin D. Roosevelt High School | Brooklyn, NY | 06.2023

Skills

Customer service
Event coordination
Audience engagement
Conflict resolution
Problem-Solving
Collaborative Team Player
Adaptable
Active Communication
Organization
Working under pressure
Safety awareness
Self-Motivated

Accomplishments

  • Co-directed and collaborated with a team of 4 in the development of the SINV x CUNY Tour 2026.

Affiliations

  • Alumni Member, ASPIRA of New York Organization
  • November 2022 - June 2023
  • Took part in leadership development workshops and activities organized by ASPIRA for high school students to get involved within the Hispanic community and non-profits.
  • Led and represented ASPIRA's mission and organization at networking events and fundraisers through presentations and in collaboration with fellow alumni to reach and support minority communities.

Certification

  • New York Seal of Bi-Literacy, Franklin D. Roosevelt, 2023 - Awarded for proficiency in the English and Spanish language
  • May 2023 - June 2023
  • Passed the ACTFL Assessment of Performance toward Proficiency in Languages (AAPPL) English exam
  • Assessed my understanding and analytical skills by creating a presentation on research of a foreign country and culture.
  • Demonstrated fluency in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the English and Spanish language.

LANGUAGES

English
Spanish
American Sign Language

Extracurricular activities

  • Honored with the Certificate of Leadership (2025-2026) in recognition of outstanding community impact, commitment, and dedication as a Student Organization President.
  • Spearheaded the SINV x CUNY Tour 2026, expanding cultural outreach across 8 CUNY campuses to foster a broader regional community network.
  • Managed a 4-person executive team to deliver inclusive Latin dance programming, creating accessible community spaces for groups ranging from 15 to 80 participants.
  • Cultivated strategic rapport and collaborations with diverse external cultural clubs and student leaders, uniting campus organizations under a shared mission.

Timeline

Orientation Leader

CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice
06.2025 - 06.2026Read More

Usher

Gerald W. Lynch Theater
11.2024 - CurrentRead More

Bridge Coach

CUNY K-12 Initiatives College And Career Bridge for All
06.2024 - 09.2024Read More

John Jay College of Criminal Justice

Bachelor of Arts from Criminology
Read More

Franklin D. Roosevelt High School

High School Diploma
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HONORS, AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Foundation of Leadership Certificate - The National Society of Leadership and Success, April 2024

Educational Excellence - President's Education Awards Program (PEAP), 2023

United Federation of Teachers (UFT) Language Certificate - Franklin D. Roosevelt High School, June 2023

NYS Education Department's Seal of Civic Readiness - Franklin D. Roosevelt High School, June 2023

Angelo Del Toro Scholarship - Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute/ SOMOS INC., March 2023

Lindsay Bueno Cordero