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Summer Sebastian

New York,NY

Summary

Versatile professional with a BA in Anthropology (Climate Change & Human Solutions) and a background in high-end hospitality management, museum operations, and textile design. Combines leadership experience with a technical creative practice in sustainable garment construction and vintage textile sourcing.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Independent Skirt Project

Sustainable Textile Design & Construction
01.2022 - Current
  • Design and construct original garments using 100% upcycled vintage fabrics.
  • Sourcing antique linens, pattern modification, and garment assembly.
  • Documented creative process and final products in a portfolio.

Cafe Lead / Event Coordinator

Rosecrans Cafe and Wine Bar / Paquita
New York, NY
09.2024 - 03.2026
  • Co-managed operations for a high-volume cafe and wine bar, overseeing a team to deliver a premium, curated customer experience.
  • Led event coordination and logistics for private bookings, ensuring seamless execution and brand alignment.
  • Maintained expert knowledge of tea and wine programs to provide detail-driven service.

Server / Bartender

Moment Sushi
San Diego, CA
09.2023 - 09.2024
  • Delivered high-level omakase service, requiring deep product knowledge and precision in a fast-paced environment.

Museum Operations Intern

Visions Museum of Textile Art
San Diego, CA
04.2024 - 07.2024
  • Facilitated visitor engagement for textile-based exhibitions, communicating complex artistic themes to diverse audiences.
  • Assisted with administrative tasks and front-desk operations requiring high levels of organization and attention to detail.

Ballet Teacher

San Elijo Dance Academy
San Diego, CA
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Instructed technical classes and managed rehearsal schedules, demonstrating leadership and group management skills.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology - Concentration: Climate Change and Human Solutions

University of California, San Diego (UCSD)
06-2024

Skills

  • Sustainable Garment Construction
  • Vintage Textile Sourcing
  • Upcycling
  • Fiber Arts
  • Event Coordination
  • Team Management
  • Museum Operations
  • Hospitality Lead
  • POS Systems
  • Archive/Inventory Support

Timeline

Cafe Lead / Event Coordinator

Rosecrans Cafe and Wine Bar / Paquita
09.2024 - 03.2026

Museum Operations Intern

Visions Museum of Textile Art
04.2024 - 07.2024

Server / Bartender

Moment Sushi
09.2023 - 09.2024

Ballet Teacher

San Elijo Dance Academy
04.2023 - 08.2023

Independent Skirt Project

Sustainable Textile Design & Construction
01.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology - Concentration: Climate Change and Human Solutions

University of California, San Diego (UCSD)
Summer Sebastian