Sierra Stonebraker
Seattle
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in writing and communication, as well as hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Overnight Baker
PCC Ballard
04.2026 - Current
- Baked scones and cookies for the deli while simultaneously handling prep and production
- Developed and maintained a positive working relationship with coworkers
- Supported the team in reaching common goals
- Performed all reasonable job duties requested by supervisors
PCC Deli-Helper Clerk
PCC Ballard
08.2025 - 04.2026
- Provided a positive experience to all customers, anticipated customer needs, and built genuine rapport with those who regularly returned
- Operated register and handled cash
- Set up workstations, ensuring compliance of health and safety regulations
- Presented dedication and reliability on a consistent basis, which allowed me to gain a promotion to Baker within eight months
Dog Handler
Luna’s Landing Dog Daycare
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Supervised multiple dogs, ensured safe play, and communicated with pet owners on how to uphold best care
- Diligently followed feeding and medication instructions for all dogs
Gallery Attendant
Chihuly Garden and Glass
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Excellent guest engagement by assisting in the interpretation of artwork and answering guest questions
- Oversaw safety of art and guests within the gallery while engaging with the public in a friendly and courteous manner
- Collaborated with team and project managers to draft a research-based and narrative-driven script for guided tours and gallery talks
- Maintained confidentiality of proprietary information and protected company assets
- Followed company policies and procedures while upholding a clean and professional appearance
Fiction Editor
UNCG, The Greensboro Review
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Read all stories submitted to The Greensboro Review and discussed with my team and management on which stories aligned with the journal’s mission and values
- Prepared and reviewed written documents accurately and completely
- Proofread and copyedited chosen stories using the Chicago Manual of Style
- Clearly and effectively communicated with the journal’s writers via email, letters, and spreadsheets as we collaborated on editing and story presentation
- Drafted compelling written articles expressing reasoning for choosing the published stories
- Transmitted information and documents to supervisors and collaborators using a computer
- Operated standard office equipment other than a computer
Baker
PCC Redmond
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Product ordering and communication with vendors via email and spreadsheets
- Collaborated with upper deli management on merchandising and product displays
PCC Deli-Helper Clerk
PCC Fremont
05.2018 - 10.2020
- Assisted customers with orders by answering questions and offering suggestions
- Assisted cooks and leads with product stocking and food production
Museum Educator
UCR ArtsBlock
09.2017 - 03.2018
- Researched artists and their selected work to draft a detailed, research-based, and narrative-driven script for guided tours
- Led guided tours throughout the museum, speaking clearly and effectively while educating guests about the artwork on display and acquainting guests with the museum’s mission
- Answered questions and fostered a positive learning environment for all guests
- Assisted in ongoing training of new team members
Museum Assistant
UCR ArtsBlock
09.2015 - 09.2017
- Wrote persuasive advertising blurbs for selected art
- Kept a detailed and up-to-date record of all visiting patrons using spreadsheets
- Assisted the administration by directing calls, handling in-coming and outgoing mail, assisting patrons, and checking in guests and clients of the administration staff
- Worked with a team to uphold security over the artwork
- Handled cash and administered entry tickets
- Maintained a kind and helpful demeanor with the public as the museum’s first impression
Education
MFA - Creative Writing
University of North Carolina, Greensboro
01-2024
BFA - Creative Writing
University of California, Riverside
01-2018
Skills
- Customer relationship management
- Proficient in prioritizing tasks
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Proficient in task management
- Fundamental mathematics
- Adaptable to new processes
- Effective multitasking in fast-paced settings
- Effective collaboration in team settings
- Dependable punctuality
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Timeline
Overnight Baker
PCC Ballard
04.2026 - Current
PCC Deli-Helper Clerk
PCC Ballard
08.2025 - 04.2026
Gallery Attendant
Chihuly Garden and Glass
04.2025 - 08.2025
Dog Handler
Luna’s Landing Dog Daycare
10.2024 - 04.2025
Fiction Editor
UNCG, The Greensboro Review
05.2023 - 05.2024
Baker
PCC Redmond
10.2020 - 06.2021
PCC Deli-Helper Clerk
PCC Fremont
05.2018 - 10.2020
Museum Educator
UCR ArtsBlock
09.2017 - 03.2018
Museum Assistant
UCR ArtsBlock
09.2015 - 09.2017
BFA - Creative Writing
University of California, Riverside
MFA - Creative Writing
University of North Carolina, Greensboro