Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
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Maxwell Valin

Nashua

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Editor-in-Chief at The Connector, skilled in editorial management and audience engagement. Proven leadership in team collaboration and critical thinking, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality content while fostering a creative and inclusive environment. Experienced and dependable general worker with a long track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Editor-in-Chief

The Connector
Lowell
09.2024 - Current
  • Editor-in-Chief of UMass Lowell's student newspaper.
  • Assigned topics, events, and stories to individual writers, or reporters, for coverage.
  • Conferred with authors regarding changes in content, style, or publication.
  • Organized The Connector's first-ever trip to the presidential inauguration in Washington, DC, where we conducted interviews and did detailed reporting on the event from inside Capital One Arena.
  • Expanded The Connector into the podcast medium by utilizing digital platforms and working with staff to create shows that would engage and draw in UMass Lowell students.
  • Communicated with UMass Lowell administrators and third-party printing companies to ensure that papers were printed and delivered on time.
  • Organized layout proofs from design team to check accuracy prior to publication.
  • Provided feedback on article drafts before they were published.
  • Wrote stories, articles, or newsletters for publication.
  • Researched topics related to specific stories or publications as needed.
  • Oversaw artwork, layout and printing, adhering to deadlines and budget requirements.
  • Defined audience, voice, scope and purpose of publication in consultation with editorial board, communicated vision clearly to team and created editorial calendar and deadlines.
  • Visited and presented to classes around campus on the purpose and details of The Connector to increase student engagement.
  • Coordinated and hosted weekly pitch meetings with editorial board and writers to discuss and plan new issues.

Fulfillment Expert

Target Corporation
Wilmington
09.2020 - Current
  • Completed shipping paperwork, attached appropriate labels and scanned barcodes for tracking.
  • Printed accurate labels and applied to boxes, crates and containers prior to shipment.
  • Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
  • Established quality control systems to ensure that orders are accurately filled prior to shipment.
  • Inspected merchandise for wear or defects, disposing of damaged items as instructed by supervisors.
  • Fulfilled orders quickly to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
  • Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
  • Took on pace-setter responsibilities to coordinate the team and ensure objectives were completed in the absence of a team lead.

Intern

Lowell District Court
Lowell
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
  • Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout the internship period.
  • Observed hearings and trials, and learned about the judicial process in the Clerk Magistrate's office.
  • Compiled and organized daily hearing schedules for the office records.

Shuttle Driver

UMass Lowell
Lowell
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Adhered to all safety regulations set forth by the Department of Transportation.
  • Notified dispatch of delays due to traffic or other conditions.
  • Completed appropriate inspection paperwork and reported results to supervisors.
  • Recorded trip details such as time, route, stops made, and mileage driven into the logbook at the end of each shift.
  • Communicated with dispatchers by radio, telephone or computer to exchange information and receive requests for passenger service.
  • Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
  • Utilized lifts and ramps to help handicapped passengers board shuttles.
  • Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.

Bagger

Market Basket
Tewksbury
07.2020 - 08.2020
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of bagging area to ensure efficient workflow.
  • Checked expiration dates on food items prior to bagging them.
  • Assisted customers with unloading purchases onto conveyor belt at checkout.
  • Stacked items in bags to maximize space and prevent breakage.
  • Assisted with organization and cleaning to maintain tidy store appearance.

Rides Attendant

Canobie Lake Park
Salem
07.2019 - 08.2019
  • Cleaned rides to mitigate spread of germs by wiping down handles and removing trash.
  • Educated guests on safe riding practices by reviewing rules posted near each ride's entrance.
  • Responded promptly to ride malfunctions, implementing emergency procedures when necessary.
  • Ensured safe operation of amusement park rides, adhering to strict safety protocols.
  • Operated attraction equipment precisely to concur with operational procedures.
  • Resolved guest concerns or complaints and kept supervisors informed of escalating situations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science With A Focus in Law & Politics

University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Lowell, MA
05-2025

Skills

  • Policy analysis
  • Public speaking
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Client relations
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Budget oversight
  • Duty delegation
  • Team task delegation
  • Superb leadership skills
  • Creative thinking
  • Editorial management
  • Effective communication
  • Fact-checking accuracy
  • Brand consistency
  • Audience engagement

Affiliations

  • High School Mock Trial Team
  • High School Golf Team

Accomplishments

  • Member of the Pi Sigma Alpha National Political Science Honors Society
  • Editor-in-Chief of The Connector, UMass Lowell's student newspaper

Certification

  • Completed the Law & Advocacy program at Yale Law School through the National Student Leadership Conference from July 18-26, 2019.

Timeline

Editor-in-Chief

The Connector
09.2024 - Current

Intern

Lowell District Court
01.2024 - 04.2024

Shuttle Driver

UMass Lowell
01.2023 - 05.2023

Fulfillment Expert

Target Corporation
09.2020 - Current

Bagger

Market Basket
07.2020 - 08.2020

Rides Attendant

Canobie Lake Park
07.2019 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science With A Focus in Law & Politics

University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Maxwell Valin