Maria Soria
CAVA Digital Kitchen Mediterranean Grill
San Antonio,TX
2
Languages
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Fourth-year undergraduate student pursuing a Psychology bachelor's degree minoring in Business Administration at the University of Texas San Antonio. Strong commitment to understanding human behavior and supporting personal growth through academic and extracurricular involvement. Active member of the American Marketing Association and Public Woman in Business Society, demonstrating ambition and excellence in studies and community contribution. Seeking opportunities to gain practical experience in Marketing and collaborate on initiatives that enhance companies to achieve success in marketing strategy.
Work History
Digital Marketing Intern
1 Month- Assist in developing and executing marketing campaigns across social media, email, and other channels.
- Help brainstorm and develop concepts for ad creatives, UGC briefs, and marketing campaign.
- Support seeding efforts to drive organic growth, including outreach to personal networks communities, micro-influencers, and early users.
- Contribute to building and activating referral networks to increase app downloads and verified sign-ups.
- Conduct competitor and market research to inform creative and messaging strategy.
- Research potential local partnerships (venues, events, influencers, brands) aligned with The Swift Club's target audience.
- Support development of partnership proposals or presentations.
- Participate in weekly marketing check-ins and brainstorming sessions.
- Take ownership of assigned projects and deliver them on schedule
Brand Ambassador
8 Months- Represented the brand on my social media platforms, (Instagram & TikTok) embodying apparel identity and engaging customers with product knowledge.
- Promoted merchandise through social media content, supporting consistent brand visibility and audience engagement.
- Educated customers on product and supplements, nutrition facts, features, sizing, and fit to improve purchase
Server/Team Member
2 Years 6 Months- Greeted guests warmly, educated them on Mediterranean menu, ensured positive guest-first experience.
- Embodying generosity first, demonstrating constant curiosity, acting with agility, fostering positive environment.
- Maintained alertness and focus in fast-paced environment, contributing to smooth operations.
Expenses Analyst
11 Months- Analyzed business expense transactions from card statements monthly for local consulting firm.
- Generated a 50% increase in user contributors onto the community-based platform by launching a new lead capture pipeline that automates the process for 10 team members and conducting A/B tests on best email marketing message practices.
- Delivered information technology services to enhance support for client operations.
Barista
6 Months- Delivering personalized service, fostering "day-making" experiences, and connecting with guests.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline store operations during high-volume periods.
- Owned tasks and supported teammates to enhance workflow.
Skills
Project management
Team collaboration
Data analysis
Digital Marketing
Graphic Design
Brand Ambassador
Market Research
Personal Investing
Financial transaction analysis
Canva
Adobe site creation
Google Suite
Microsoft Office (Excel
PowerPoint)
Python
Tableau
Multitasking and organization
Customer service
Problem solving
Time management
Email marketing
Certification
- High School Diploma from Claudia Taylor Johnson Highschool
- Associates Degree from Northeast Lakeview College
Extracurricular Activities
- Active member of the American Marketing Association (AMA) at UTSA. Helped apply marketing theory to real-world projects and collaborating with peers to develop innovative strategies. Focus on developing my marketing skills through hands-on collaboration and industry networking. I am a driven team player with a strong interest in consumer behavior, data-driven strategy, and creative problem-solving.
- Public Businesswomen Society-UTSA, Member, 09/25, Present, San Antonio, TX, Helped promote professional development, woman leadership & empowerment, Worked alongside passionate women in collaborative events, engaging with networking, practicing communication skills & connecting with peers in a professional setting
Community Service
Swim Meet Coordinator, Aquajets Swim Team, Eden Prairie, MN, 08/20, 06/21, Participated in leadership roles, handled competitions via transcripts, Collaborated with peers, organized room discussions with staff, timed athletes and assured competitions were sport safe
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Education
University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX • August, 2027
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology, Minoring in Business Administration
- Relevant coursework: Researched methods about basic understanding of how people behave and how to do scientific research. Different psychological theories and mental health problems are also taught in classes like Developmental Psychology and Abnormal Psychology.
- Skills learned: Learned about the basics of human behavior, such a how we think, feel, and what drives us. Improved my critical thinking and scientific reasoning skills by looking at research studies. Planning experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and using statistical methods were some of the things | learned in Research Methods that helped me become a better critical reader of psychological research and to do my own
investigations. - GPA: 3.8/4.0
Northeast Lakeview College
Universal City, TX • 05/2025
Associate of Arts: Psychology
- 3.9 GPA
- Member of Honor Society, 2025.
References
References available upon request.
Affiliations
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Marketing Association (AMA), UTSA Chapter | Member | 2026 - Present
- Actively participate in weekly workshops, guest speaker sessions, and networking events focused on digital marketing trends and professional development.
- Engage in professional development workshops and industry-led seminars to stay current on emerging marketing trends, including digital analytics, consumer behavior, and content strategy.
- Network with industry professionals and local marketing leaders to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world application, fostering connections for future career opportunities.
Timeline
Digital Marketing Intern
The Swift Club
09.2026 - CurrentRead More
Brand Ambassador
Buckedup Apparel
02.2026 - CurrentRead More
Server/Team Member
CAVA Digital Kitchen Mediterranean Grill
04.2024 - CurrentRead More
Expenses Analyst
Cluster One Consulting, LLC
01.2024 - 12.2024Read More
Barista
Caribou Coffee Company
07.2021 - 01.2022Read More