Lucille Sanders
Belmont,CA
Summary
Passionate student bringing three years of experience working with and reporting on the local community. Decisive leader committed to making cities more equitable and fostering innovation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Highlander Editor-in-Chief
Carlmont Media
08.2023 - Current
- Plan out entire production process by creating calendar, assigning deadlines, developing assignment sheets/forms, and communicating with other editors
- Manage advertisements and funding, print 650 copies for each of six issues throughout school year
- Delegate tasks and supervise production process from start to finish
- Use InDesign to review entire magazine and make edits as needed
- Sit on executive board to make/approve decisions for media program
President
Belmont Youth Advisory Committee
09.2023 - Current
- Lead meetings and discussions
- Create agendas for each meeting
- Help subcommittees succeed in event planning and execution
Recreation Specialist
The Hideout
08.2023 - Current
- Supervise middle school students after school
- Help with homework, lead crafts and activities, and form connections
- Work with supervisor and other staff to make executive decisions about rules and environment
Intern
San Mateo Daily Journal
06.2023 - Current
- Complete tasks on weekly basis in newsroom, including police blotter and publication details
- Write monthly columns on topic of choice to be published on site
Recreation Leader
Camp Soar
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Supervise 40+ K-5 campers per week, building relationships with them and ensuring safety and fun
- Tend to any medical needs or emergencies
- Lead camper groups in activities, games, and field trips
- Communicate with parents during check-in and check-out
Front Desk Staff Member
Nandi Yoga
06.2022 - Current
- Make transactions, check in classes, and answer client questions
- Manage studio alone maintaining cleanliness, organization, and security
- Use customer service skills to make conversation with clients
Staff Writer
Carlmont Media
08.2021 - Current
- Report on several topics, including campus, local news, sports, and other topics that pertain to the school and local community
- Interview student and outside sources for information
- Conduct research to verify sources and add credibility
Board Member
Belmont Youth Advisory Committee
09.2017 - Current
- Participate in discussions with youth and city officials including mayor and city council members
- Plan bi-monthly events to increase youth civic engagement such as policing forums and voter registration drives
- Attend city council meetings and connect with community
Education
High School Diploma -
Carlmont High School
Belmont, CA06.2024
Skills
- Leadership Team Building
- Design
- Organization
- Reporting
- Child Supervision
- Adobe Software
Awards
- Multimedia Feature Story of the Year (2023) - National Scholastic Press Association
- Innovation Pacemaker Finalist (2023) - National Scholastic Press Association
- California State Seal of Biliteracy for Spanish (2024)
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
President
Belmont Youth Advisory Committee
09.2023 - Current
Highlander Editor-in-Chief
Carlmont Media
08.2023 - Current
Recreation Specialist
The Hideout
08.2023 - Current
Intern
San Mateo Daily Journal
06.2023 - Current
Recreation Leader
Camp Soar
06.2023 - 08.2023
Front Desk Staff Member
Nandi Yoga
06.2022 - Current
Staff Writer
Carlmont Media
08.2021 - Current
Board Member
Belmont Youth Advisory Committee
09.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Carlmont High School