Miles House
South Orange,NJ
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lifeguard
South Orange Community Pool
South Orange, NJ
06.2023 - Current
- Supervised 50–150+ swimmers daily, ensuring safety and enforcing pool regulations.
- Responded to emergency situations and potential hazards, maintaining a 100% incident-free environment during shifts.
- Collaborated with 5-10 team members to maintain clean and safe environment.
Intern
Matters Magazine
Maplewood, NJ
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Published my own story for the Summer School Issue.
- Conducted research and fact-checking to support editorial content and ensure accuracy
- Maintained organized documentation of project details for easy reference.
Junior Camp Counselor
YMCA
Maplewood, NJ
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Led and supervised a group of 20 campers (ages 7-10) in daily activities
- Organized and facilitated 5–10 activities per week, promoting teamwork and engagement
- Facilitated communication between clients and their families effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film And Media
Syracuse University
Syracuse05.2029
High School Diploma -
Columbia High School
Maplewood06.2025
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Equipment Operation
- Project management
- Communication skills
- Marketing and distribution
- Content editing
Timeline
Intern
Matters Magazine
06.2024 - 08.2024
Lifeguard
South Orange Community Pool
06.2023 - Current
Junior Camp Counselor
YMCA
06.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film And Media
Syracuse University
High School Diploma -
Columbia High School
Activities
Volunteer, YMCA Teen Leaders Program, Maplewood, NJ, 2021-2025
- Brainstormed and coordinated schedules and locations for 8+ service projects for community members annually.
- Organized school presentations on mental health awareness every year to local middle, elementary, and high schools.
- Completed 110+ hours of intensive leadership development training and community service over 4 years.
Co-Founder/President, Columbia High School Film Club, Maplewood, NJ, 2022-2025
- Organized and facilitated 90+ weekly meetings (30+ per year) for 15-20 student members.
- Led 10+ field trips annually to movie theaters, film festivals, and guest speaker events (40+ total trips).
- Mentored 30+ students in filmmaking techniques including scene analysis and production.
Tutor, Achieve Tutor Foundation, Maplewood, NJ, 2022-2025
- Tutored students grades 6-10 weekly in math, science, and English for 40+ total hours, improving grades by an average of one letter grade.
- Mentored students on social skills development and peer pressure navigation in 50+ sessions.
- Assisted teacher in organizing and assigning study groups for 20+ students per quarter.