Piper Thompson
New Orleans,Louisiana
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in customer service and digital photography, honed at Riverview Photography. Proven ability to manage cash transactions and foster team collaboration. Skilled in VEX Robotics technology and fluent in French, I excel in creative problem solving and delivering exceptional results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Chauffeur, Carpooling
Entrepreneur
New Orleans, Louisiana
01.2024 - Current
- Set up four consistent families in the neighborhood to carpool, preserve gas, and make money to pay for the car in use.
- Picks up students from different high schools (NOCCA) when needed by parents.
- Includes driving services in babysitting gigs.
Photographer, Editor, Salesman
Riverview Photography
New Orleans, Louisiana
01.2021 - Current
- Took photos, edited, printed, and sold them on the "Creole Queen" riverboat.
- Operated expensive equipment for photobooths at weddings.
- Marketed, sold, and packaged photos at the"Teddy Bear Tea" at the Roosevelt Hotel.
Small Business Owner
Entrepreneur
New Orleans, Louisiana
01.2021 - Current
- Created a business to spread my handmade creations (crochet, knit, and sewing) around my community.
Barista, Cashier, and Utility
District Donuts
New Orleans, Louisiana
11.2024 - 09.2025
- Managed cash transactions, provided customer service, and prepared food items.
- Utilized barista training to craft beverages, including espresso drinks.
- Maintained cleanliness of restaurant by washing dishes, cleaning floors, and restocking supplies.
- Executed closing duties to ensure restaurant readiness for the next day.
Waitress
G's Pizza
New Orleans, Louisiana
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Waited at Pizzeria, and handled cash, customers, and food with precision.
Education
High School -
Benjamin Franklin High School
New Orleans, LA05.2025
High School Diploma -
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA01.2025
High School Diploma -
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LASkills
- VEX Robotics technology
- VEX programming language (learning JAVA and Python)
- Fluent in French
- Crochet and Knitting
- Digital photography
- Customer service
- Cash handling
- Team collaboration
- Creative problem solving
- Communication skills
- Punctuality
- Financial management
Awards
- 1st place in the Louisiana State Rally for French III
- Winner of Mandarin Talent competition
- National Honor Society
- Winner of 911 poster contest
Leadership Experience
- Member of New Orleans Youth Advisory Board (2021-2024)
- Vice President of Health and Wellness Club at Benjamin Franklin High School
- National Honor Society Member
- Avid Member of SWE at Benjamin Franklin High School
- Member of the Girls Who Code club at Benjamin Franklin High School
- Vice President of the Green Society club at Benjamin Franklin High School
- Member of the Robotics club at Benjamin Franklin High School
Certification
Yoga Teacher Certification
Timeline
Barista, Cashier, and Utility
District Donuts
11.2024 - 09.2025
Chauffeur, Carpooling
Entrepreneur
01.2024 - Current
Waitress
G's Pizza
01.2024 - 12.2024
Photographer, Editor, Salesman
Riverview Photography
01.2021 - Current
Small Business Owner
Entrepreneur
01.2021 - Current
High School -
Benjamin Franklin High School
High School Diploma -
Louisiana State University
High School Diploma -
University of New Orleans