Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
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Volunteer Experience
Competitions
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Manuela Ferro

Manuela Ferro

Athens,Greece

Summary

Ambitious undergraduate student with keen interests in leveraging photography and storytelling to highlight social and environmental issues. Demonstrates strong analytical and research skills, with a foundation in conservation, environmental policy, and management. Adept at fostering collaborations and leading initiatives to promote sustainability. Fluent in English, Spanish, and basic Greek, enhancing communication and project inclusivity.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Photographer & Creative Director

Freelance Work
01.2022 - Current
  • Specialized in analog photography with a focus on capturing the intricacies of natural environments and underwater scenes
  • Collaborating closely with artists to capture their essence and message
  • Creating music video concept, organizing production, & directing

Artist Relations, Event Operations and Social media

Libre Bar and Café
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Scouted and liaised with DJs for event performances.
  • Facilitating communication between the artist and bar management.
  • Orchestrated event planning, themes, and strategic plans.
  • Instrumental in enhancing business visibility and tripling social media engagement through strategic event planning and artist collaborations.

Veterinary Assistant

A Cat Clinic
Maryland, United States
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Assisted vet technicians with various tasks (drawing blood and urine, administering liquid IV’s, nail clippings and medical shots)
  • Ensured the health and well-being of boarding cats through meticulous care, contributing to the clinic's reputation for quality service
  • Maintained cleanliness throughout the clinic

Education

Bachelor of Science - Hons Environmental Studies

Deree – The American University of Greece
Athens, Greece
01.2025

High School Diploma -

Clarksburg High School
Clarksburg, Maryland, United States
06.2020

Skills

  • Microsoft Applications
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Environmental Research & Analysis
  • Scientific Report Writing
  • Team Collaboration
  • Content Planning
  • Overseeing Projects
  • Multitasking
  • Detail Oriented
  • Leadership
  • Problem-solving
  • Social media

Accomplishments

  • Society of The Year, 2023, Deree Environmental Studies Society

  • Finsher as part of "Team ACG" at Athens Authentic Marathon 2025
  • Sundown Fundraiser Event, Clarksburg High School, 2018-2020, Founder & Main Organizer

Volunteer Experience

  • Greece Schistos Refugee Centre, 2023 & 2024
  • Ukraine Humanitarian Aid Response Team, 2022, Member
  • Maryland Community Advocacy, 2020, Strategic Organizer

Competitions

  • Climathon, 2024, Participation
  • Climathon, 2021, 2nd Place

Activities

  • Deree Environmental Studies Society, President, 2022 – 2024
  • Deree Environmental Studies Society, Treasurer & Social Media, 2021 – 2022
  • Deree Aqua Club, Social Media Manager, and Member, 2024 – Present
  • Deree Women’s Futbol Team, Athlete, 2022 – 2024

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Greek
Elementary

Timeline

Artist Relations, Event Operations and Social media

Libre Bar and Café
01.2023 - 01.2024

Veterinary Assistant

A Cat Clinic
05.2022 - 08.2022

Photographer & Creative Director

Freelance Work
01.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Hons Environmental Studies

Deree – The American University of Greece

High School Diploma -

Clarksburg High School
Manuela Ferro