Riley Brooks
Greenville,NC
Summary
I am a self-motivated student athlete with an outstanding academic performance. I have a solid foundation in competitive environments and academic success. I manage time efficiently and work well under pressure. I am a dynamic individual with a talent for navigating challenges, problem solving, leadership and contributing to team goals all while fulfilling my academic commitments. I have a proven track record of balancing academic responsibilities, athletic commitments and job responsibilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Leader
Painted Peacock Pottery Shop
01.2023 - 01.2026
- I have worked at the Painted Peacock since my sophomore year of high school and currently serve as a shift leader, which has allowed me to take on additional responsibilities and leadership roles. Balancing my job while also being a high school student and athlete has strengthened my time management abilities and taught me how to effectively manage the demands of work, sports, and academics.
- Developed strong customer service, organizational, and communication skills.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality customer service.
- Trained and mentored new staff on pottery techniques and shop procedures.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of supplies for uninterrupted service.
- Developed engaging customer experiences through personalized pottery guidance and workshops (parties).
- Fostered positive work environment.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
Education
High School -
South Central High School
No Degree -
University of North Carolina At Wilmington-upcoming Freshman
Wilmington, NC05-2030
Skills
- Leadership
- Strong teamwork and collaboration
- Communication and public speaking
- Responsibility and reliability
- Time management and organization
- Event organization and coordination
- Positive attitude
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving
- Ability to balance academics, athletics, work, and service
Affiliations
- Leader for Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) [2022-2026]- South Central High School and Pitt County.
- The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) has been an important Christian-based organization that I have been involved with for four years, serving as a student leader for the past three. We meet every Friday at my school with fellow students to share testimonies, lead devotions, and participate in small group discussions. Through FCA, I have also collaborated with students from other schools within my county to help plan and organize events such as worship nights and "Fields of Faith" gathering.
Timeline
Shift Leader
Painted Peacock Pottery Shop
01.2023 - 01.2026
High School -
South Central High School
No Degree -
University of North Carolina At Wilmington-upcoming Freshman
Athletic Awards and Honors
- AVCA Volleyball Phenom Watchlist [2023-2026]
- NCVBCA Volleyball Watchlist [2024-2026]
- Varsity Volleyball Team Captain [2025-2026]
- Volleyball All Region [2025-2026]
- Volleyball 7A All-State 2nd Team [2025-2026]
Volunteer Activities
- Covenant Church (2021–2026)
Throughout high school, I have volunteered at my church, Covenant Church, in a variety of ways. I have served during Sunday services, assisted in the children’s ministry, and participated in community outreach efforts such as food drives and meal distributions. - Top Caliber Volleyball Club (2022–2025)
Through Top Caliber Volleyball Club, I volunteered at various volleyball clinics where I helped run drills, assisted younger athletes, supported coaches, and contributed to organizing events such as Family Day and Club Day. - Luminary Lights for Ronald McDonald House (2024–2026)
For the past two years, I have volunteered with Luminary Lights for the Ronald McDonald House. My responsibilities included assembling luminary bags, distributing them throughout neighborhoods, lighting them during the event, and helping collect and clean up the materials afterward. - FCA Fields of Faith (2025–2026)
For the past two years, I have helped plan and organize the FCA Fields of Faith event and am currently assisting with preparations for this year’s event. My responsibilities include coordinating volunteers and assigning roles, planning event logistics such as the location, date, and time, and working with others to obtain approvals and finalize event details.