Xi Lin
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Highly motivated professional with several years of leadership and management experience. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Well-oriented to quickly identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Owner
Code A Makeup
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
03.2024 - Current
- Created custom makeup looks for a variety of clients and events.
- Built strong client relationships through clear communication and service.
- Stayed current on industry trends and adapted techniques accordingly.
- Managed scheduling, cancellations, and rescheduling efficiently.
Manager
Mango Mango Desserts
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
05.2019 - 09.2025
- Developed efficient staff schedules to optimize efficiency.
- Coached and supervised new workers to improve performance.
- Executed opening, closing, and shift-handoff procedures to maintain standards.
- Solved problems in high-pressure situations.
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates.
- All front-of-house experience.
Director/Dance Captain/Videographer/Video Editor
Hope 4 Tomorrow (H4T)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
03.2019 - 08.2025
- Led strategic planning to align goals with market trends.
- Implemented cross-departmental policies to improve operational efficiency.
- Negotiated sponsor agreements to strengthen partnerships.
- Served as a spokesperson and event MC to boost the organization's visibility.
- Ran cross-functional meetings to track strategic progress.
- Led rehearsals of 40+ dancers to uphold choreography and performance standards.
- Coordinated team schedules to optimize practice time.
- Managed pre- and post-production workflows to deliver media projects on time.
Manager
Oishii Poke
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Oversaw daily operations to improve service efficiency.
- Implemented food quality controls to uphold standards.
- Managed inventory and restocking to ensure availability.
- Prepared poke bowls and burritos to production specs.
- Assisted customers and resolved inquiries to boost satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Philadelphia, PA05-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Advertising
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PASkills
- Strategic planning
- Event coordination
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Public speaking
- Project management
- Decision-making
- Customer service
- Social media management
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Content creation
- Video production
- Audience engagement
- Stage presence
- Dance background
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- CPR License
- Hootsuite Certification
Extracurricular
BOUNCE Dance Organization / President
State College, PA/January 2025 - Current
- Facilitated meetings on logistics and operations for events, performances, and showcases
- Planned fundraising events generating over $1,000 in revenue
- Organized and hosted inclusive dance workshops for students of all levels
- Directed and edited VCR content for performances
- Instructed large-scale group dances across styles including hip-hop, urban, and jazz
- Built timelines and Excel task trackers to organize executive assignments and improve coordination
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Owner
Code A Makeup
03.2024 - Current
Manager
Oishii Poke
07.2021 - 08.2022
Manager
Mango Mango Desserts
05.2019 - 09.2025
Director/Dance Captain/Videographer/Video Editor
Hope 4 Tomorrow (H4T)
03.2019 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Some College (No Degree) - Advertising
Pennsylvania State University