Hi, I'm Shiloh Ryder. I'm a community-minded youth worker, creative lead, and small business founder with hands-on experience across youth development, facilitation, entrepreneurship, and operations. I build trust-based relationships, engage rangatahi through practical and creative approaches, and bring structure, accountability, and energy into community environments. I’m a strong communicator with a background in business, design, and frontline work. With a background in business, design, and frontline work, I enjoy turning ideas into tangible outcomes—from youth programmes to product design and brand storytelling. I value collaboration, clear communication, and positive, energetic environments.

Shiloh Ryder

Hi, I'm Shiloh Ryder. I'm a community-minded youth worker, creative lead, and small business founder with hands-on experience across youth development, facilitation, entrepreneurship, and operations. I build trust-based relationships, engage rangatahi through practical and creative approaches, and bring structure, accountability, and energy into community environments. I’m a strong communicator with a background in business, design, and frontline work. With a background in business, design, and frontline work, I enjoy turning ideas into tangible outcomes—from youth programmes to product design and brand storytelling. I value collaboration, clear communication, and positive, energetic environments.

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Hi, I’m Shiloh Ryder. I’m a community-minded youth worker, creative lead, and small business founder with hands-on experience across youth development, facilitation, entrepreneurship, and operations. I build trust-based relationships, engage rangatahi through practical and creative approaches, and bring structure, accountability, and energy into community environments. I’m a strong communicator with a background in business, design, and frontline work.

With a background in business, design, and frontline work, I enjoy turning ideas into tangible outcomes—from youth programmes to product design and brand storytelling. I value collaboration, clear communication, and positive, energetic environments.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Youth Development Facilitator / Youth Worker at Start Taranaki
January 1, 2023 - Present
Guided rangatahi from justice-involved backgrounds through a structured 7-week outdoor programme centred on tramping, bushcraft, and experiential learning. Fostered confidence, self-reliance, resilience, and accountability through physically and mentally challenging environments. Built strong, trust-based relationships with young people using consistency, empathy, and clear boundaries. Supported participants through personal development and rehabilitation-focused journeys aligned with positive life pathways. Worked collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to plan, deliver, and reflect on programme outcomes. Observed, documented, and contributed to reporting on participant engagement, behaviour, and progress in line with organisational requirements.
Founder & Creative Director at Prosper Everywear
January 1, 2023 - Present
Launched a clothing brand focused on quality and daily prosperity; Led product design, sourcing, and production; Managed marketing, customer service, and financials; Built supplier relationships and implemented social media strategies to increase visibility and sales.
Maintenance Scaffolder at Kinleith Mill (Tokoroa), Kawarau Mill & Residential Projects
October 1, 2020 - July 1, 2023
Erected and dismantled scaffolding across industrial and residential sites. Maintained strict health and safety compliance in high-risk environments. Operated Class 2 vehicles and forklifts.
Maintenance Scaffolder at Kinleith Mill Tokoroa & Kawarau Mill & Residentials
October 1, 2020 - July 31, 2023
Erected and dismantled scaffolding; operated Class 2 trucks and forklifts when required; adhered to health and safety protocols; contributed to multiple mill projects from Oct 2020 to Jul 2023.
Traffic Controller at Traffic Safe / Downer – New Plymouth
April 1, 2019 - October 1, 2020
Controlled traffic flows and maintained site safety on multiple projects.
Traffic Controller at Traffic Safe New Plymouth / Downer New Plymouth
April 1, 2019 - October 31, 2020
Directed traffic flows, ensured site safety, and communicated effectively with teams; demonstrated reliability and quick decision making from Apr 2019 to Oct 2020.
Food Process Worker at Anzco Foods Waitara
November 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019
Processed food products with a focus on quality control and efficiency; collaborated with teams to meet production targets.
Fish Processor at Talley's Group Limited
November 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018
Processed fish products; maintained hygiene and safety standards; worked in Motueka Tasman region.
Food & Fish Processing Roles at Anzco Foods (Waitara) | Talley’s Group (Motueka)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Handled processing roles across food and fish production environments.

Education

Small Business Qualifications (Levels 1-3) at Te Wananga o Aotearoa
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
NCEA Level 1 & 2 at Nelson Boys College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
King’s Trust Enterprise Workshop at King’s Trust Enterprise Workshop
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Graphic Design Foundations – Layout and Composition (LinkedIn Learning) at LinkedIn Learning
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Getting Started as a Sales Representative (LinkedIn Learning) at LinkedIn Learning
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Small Business Qualifications – Levels 1-4 at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, New Plymouth
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
NCEA Levels 1 & 2 at Nelson Boys’ College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
King’s Trust Enterprise Workshop at King’s Trust
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

NCEA Level 1 & 2
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Small Business Qualifications (Levels 1-3)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
King’s Trust Enterprise Workshop
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Graphic Design Foundations – Layout and Composition (LinkedIn Learning)
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Getting Started as a Sales Representative (LinkedIn Learning)
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
King’s Trust Enterprise Workshop
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Industry Experience

Retail, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization