Melanie Bridges

• Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
• Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
• Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
• Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.

Acting, including lead roles

Costuming, 3 year paid position

Stage Management, coordinating with actors and designers

Hair and Makeup, delegating responsibilities within a team

Lighting, board operator

• Learned and practiced videography, editing, and journalism skills in a mock news station environment. The class collaborated to produce a 30 minute package at the end of the semester. (2021)
• Worked with two separate business clients to create advertising packages to increase brand awareness and implement new advertising strategies. (2022)
• Collaborated with a team to successfully create and pitch a business plan. (2022)
• Interned within a different cultural context as a writer, photographer, tutor, and communication liaison during my semester abroad in Fiji. (2023)
• Served as Lead Editor and and Visual Developer for the university's Creative Journal, assisting in written communication and feedback, content creation, and cultivating campus creative expression. (2024)

• Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
• Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
• Learned and utilized new software such as Photoshop and SmugMug.
• Shot and edited video clips to produce a weekly recap for 10 consecutive weeks
• Edited, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
• Delivered daily photo updates to camper parents.
• Demonstrated flexibility and a positive attitude in a high-energy and chaotic work environment.

• Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
• Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
• Fostered a supportive and inclusive environment for all campers, promoting teamwork and respect among peers.
• Served as a role model for younger staff members by consistently demonstrating professionalism in all aspects of camp operations.
• Encouraged and promoted inclusion and diversity to foster positive and respectful camp environment and teach campers to appreciate and value differences.

• Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
• Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
• Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
• Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.

• Maximized productivity by efficiently multitasking, handling appointments, walk-in clients, and retail sales simultaneously.
• Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility within a fast-paced retail environment while maintaining a professional demeanor and positive attitude at all times.
• Resolved customer complaints swiftly and professionally, fostering positive relationships with patrons and enhancing their overall experience.

• Contributed to a positive campus atmosphere through exceptional customer service, assisting students and faculty with inquiries and concerns.
• Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
• Assisted students with scheduling tests and gaining access to accommodations.
• Managed communication between our office and students.
• Provided accommodations and educational support for qualifying students
• Maintained student anonymity and fostered a judgement-free environment