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Work Experience
Museum Services Assistant & Mascot at Children’s Museum of Virginia
September 1, 2016 - January 1, 2024Monitored exhibits during and after visiting hours and reported any malfunctions. Assisted with programs run by staff by communicating schedules, times, and locations, and by setting up and breaking down events. Participated in orientations for school groups and hosted birthday parties. Provided a customer-centric environment for families and relayed information about events, exhibit structures, and craft activities. Facilitated training for new employees and supported their growth. Maintained clear communication (walkie-talkies, in person, and written), upheld composure, motivated team members, and aligned with company values.
Museum Services Aide & Mascot at Children’s Museum of Virginia
January 1, 2013 - September 1, 2016Oversaw the craft room; created take-home craft activities and provided experiences that younger visitors could enjoy, while engaging families to foster teamwork around crafts. Collaborated with team members to plan crafts and activities for special events (Museum Madness & Winter Wonderland).
Mascot at Children’s Museum of Virginia
August 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013Participated in parades, video/photo shoots, and interacted with families on the museum floor and during birthday parties as the mascot, Andalo.
Museum Services Assistant & Mascot at Children's Museum of Virginia
September 1, 2016 - January 1, 2024Assisted with monitoring exhibits during and after visiting hours and reporting any malfunctions. Assisted patrons with inquiries and aimed to create a memorable experience. Supported program setups and breakdowns for events, coordinated communication with the public about times and locations, and aided in crafts. Facilitated training for new employees and provided support to foster growth. Maintained professionalism through clear communication (walkie-talkies, in person, and written), upheld team values, and contributed to a positive visitor experience.
Museum Services Helper & Mascot at Children's Museum of Virginia
January 1, 2013 - September 1, 2016Oversaw the craft room; coordinated Make It & Take It activities and provided crafts for younger visitors while engaging families to foster teamwork on projects. Collaborated with team members to plan crafts and activities for special events (Museum Madness & Winter Wonderland).
Mascot at Children's Museum of Virginia
August 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013Participated in parades, video/photo shoots, and interacted with families on the museum floor and during birthday parties as the mascot, Andalo.
Education
Standard Diploma at Bay Side High School, Virginia Beach, VA
September 1, 2006 - June 1, 2010Studio Arts degree (pursued) at TCC Visual Arts Center, Portsmouth, VA
August 1, 2010 - June 1, 2012Standard Diploma at Bayside High School, Virginia Beach, VA
September 1, 2006 - June 1, 2010Studio Arts degree in photography (incomplete) at TCC Visual Arts Center, Portsmouth, VA
August 1, 2010 - June 1, 2012Qualifications
Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization
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