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Olivia Rich

Hawthorne

Summary

Dynamic Office and Media Manager at Discover Camp with expertise in social media management and effective communication. Successfully enhanced parent engagement through compelling visual content and streamlined operations for over 100 staff members. Proven problem-solver with strong organizational skills, fostering a collaborative environment that supports both staff and camper experiences.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Office and Media Manager

Discover Camp
Hawthorne
06.2022 - Current
  • Manage records and documentation for 100+ staff members, including applications, references, health forms, and scheduling.
  • Assist with payroll processing and equitable distribution of staff gratuities.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for families and staff, improving communication and resolving concerns promptly.
  • Oversee daily procedures during morning drop-off, half-day pickup, and dismissal to ensure smooth, secure, and efficient transitions.
  • Support overall camp operations through strategic coordination, logistical planning, and proactive problem-solving

Photographer & Videographer

Discover Camp
Hawthorne
06.2021 - Current
  • Capture and edit daily footage to produce weekly highlight reels using iMovie.
  • Create engaging visual content distributed via camp newsletters, increasing parent engagement.
  • Use visual storytelling to showcase the camper experience and strengthen community connection.

Social Media Manager

Discover Camp
Hawthorne
06.2021 - Current
  • Create and schedule content across Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
  • Manage a YouTube channel with optimized highlight videos to boost visibility.
  • Enhance audience engagement by aligning content tone with parent and camper interests, increasing retention, and visibility.

Childcare Provider

Private Families
Pleasantville & Chappaqua
09.2020 - Current
  • Provide consistent, developmentally appropriate care for children ages 6-15.
  • Implement strategies to support emotional regulation, effective communication, and positive behavior.
  • Support academic responsibilities, structured after-school routines, and healthy screen-time boundaries.
  • Collaborate closely with parents to ensure consistency and track emotional and behavioral progress.

Instructor

Discover Camp
Hawthorne
07.2020 - 08.2021
  • Designed and facilitated full-day enrichment programs for elementary and middle school students.
  • Delivered multi-week curricula integrating visual arts, history, cultural studies, environmental education, and hands-on science.
  • Managed class budgets of up to $3,000, forecasting inventory needs for 8-week sessions.
  • Supervised a team of three counselors, developing schedules and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

Education

Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling

Pace University | Dyson College of Arts & Sciences
Pleasantville, NY
09.2026

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Pace University | Dyson College of Arts & Sciences
Pleasantville, NY
05.2024

Skills

  • iMovie and Canva,
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Google Workspace
  • Social media management
  • Effective communication
  • Empathy in practice
  • Content development
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Organizational skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Relationship building

Community Service

  • American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Campus Walk, 04/25, Raised $1,870 for suicide prevention through fundraising and participation in the AFSP Campus Walk, promoting awareness and building connections within the mental health community.
  • Radical Hope Foundation - Campus Mental Health Initiative, 2023 - 2024, Completed resilience and coping skills training through the Radical Health College Program, a nationally recognized initiative featured by the TODAY Show.
  • American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Out of the Darkness Overnight Walk, 06/22, Completed a 17-mile overnight walk through New York City and raised $5,000 to support suicide prevention and awareness.
  • Shields for Our Heroes - Discover Camp Volunteer, 03/20 - 07/20, Helped assemble over 15,000 face shields for frontline healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic as part of a volunteer team that raised $74,110.
  • Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's - Participant & Advocate, 2018 - Present, Participate annually in the walk and in fundraising efforts to support Alzheimer's care, research, and advocacy.
  • Debra of America - Fundraiser & Organizer, 06/18 - 08/18, Organized a local community fundraiser to raise awareness and support for individuals living with Epidermolysis Bullosa.

Trainings Skills Honors

Mandated Reporter Training, New York State Office of Children and Family Services, 2025, Naloxone Training, Certificate of Completion, 2024, First Aid Certified, 2024, CITI Program - Social & Behavioral Research, Basic Course, 2024, EpiPen Certified, 2024, iMovie, Canva, Adobe Lightroom, Google Workspace, Social Media Management, Tau Sigma National Honor Society, American Psychological Association

Timeline

Office and Media Manager

Discover Camp
06.2022 - Current

Photographer & Videographer

Discover Camp
06.2021 - Current

Social Media Manager

Discover Camp
06.2021 - Current

Childcare Provider

Private Families
09.2020 - Current

Instructor

Discover Camp
07.2020 - 08.2021

Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling

Pace University | Dyson College of Arts & Sciences

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Pace University | Dyson College of Arts & Sciences