Sofia Bennani
Washington DC
Summary
Dedicated communicator with a background in media advocacy and event planning. Experienced in leading projects that address social issues, including a film on food waste that engaged local activists and policymakers.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer Camp Counselor & Staff Member
Afternoons at Emmanuel
Orlando
06.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with staff to plan and coordinate events and activities, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Supervised and mentored elementary-aged students in after-school and summer programming.
- Supported classroom routines and behavior management while providing homework assistance to enhance student learning.
Founder & President, Films for change Club
Winter Park High School
Orlando
09.2024 - 05.2026
- Founded and lead a student organization that uses film and documentary media to explore public policy, civic engagement, and social issues.
- Created a film about the issues of food waste, interviewing local activists as well as active members of Congress
- Leveraged documentary filmmaking experience gained through earning 3rd Place nationally in the C-SPAN StudentCam Documentary Competition to mentor peers in research, storytelling, and media advocacy.
President, Varsity Debate Team
Winter Park High School
Orlando
09.2024 - 05.2026
- Lead team practices, mentorship programs, and competitive preparation for one of the school's premier academic organizations.
- Ranked among the Top 20 World Schools debaters in Florida and earned 2nd Place at the Florida Blue Key World Schools Debate Tournament.
- Organized workshops and training sessions with local middle school debaters.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Law, Economics And Government
American University
Washington DC05-2029
High School Diploma -
Winter Park High School
Orlando05-2026
Skills
- Communication skills
- Event planning
- Media advocacy
- Team leadership
- Research methods
- Project management
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Summer Camp Counselor & Staff Member
Afternoons at Emmanuel
06.2025 - Current
Founder & President, Films for change Club
Winter Park High School
09.2024 - 05.2026
President, Varsity Debate Team
Winter Park High School
09.2024 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Law, Economics And Government
American University
High School Diploma -
Winter Park High School