Hi, I’m Paige Olberding. I’m a multimedia producer and student at Kent State University, pursuing a BS in Digital Media Production with hands-on experience in video editing, podcasts, events, and creative outreach. I’ve developed work ranging from short films and social media content to campus programming and leadership initiatives, always aiming to tell engaging stories with empathy and collaboration. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning ideas into polished projects. Whether I’m behind the camera, in the editing suite, or coordinating production schedules, I bring curiosity, creativity, and a detail-oriented mindset to help teams deliver compelling work that resonates with diverse audiences.

Paige Olberding

Hi, I’m Paige Olberding. I’m a multimedia producer and student at Kent State University, pursuing a BS in Digital Media Production with hands-on experience in video editing, podcasts, events, and creative outreach. I’ve developed work ranging from short films and social media content to campus programming and leadership initiatives, always aiming to tell engaging stories with empathy and collaboration. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning ideas into polished projects. Whether I’m behind the camera, in the editing suite, or coordinating production schedules, I bring curiosity, creativity, and a detail-oriented mindset to help teams deliver compelling work that resonates with diverse audiences.

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Hi, I’m Paige Olberding. I’m a multimedia producer and student at Kent State University, pursuing a BS in Digital Media Production with hands-on experience in video editing, podcasts, events, and creative outreach. I’ve developed work ranging from short films and social media content to campus programming and leadership initiatives, always aiming to tell engaging stories with empathy and collaboration.

I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning ideas into polished projects. Whether I’m behind the camera, in the editing suite, or coordinating production schedules, I bring curiosity, creativity, and a detail-oriented mindset to help teams deliver compelling work that resonates with diverse audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

Orientation Leader at Kent Student Success Programs
May 1, 2019 - July 31, 2019
Familiarized incoming Kent State students with the campus, resources, and opportunities by providing accurate information and guidance. Served as a role model and supported new students in navigating campus life.
Peer Leader Trainer at Kent Student Success Programs
January 1, 2020 - April 30, 2020
Facilitated a classroom for Kent State students on leadership and its applications to on-campus positions, encouraging students to take leadership roles (e.g., Resident Assistant, Orientation Leader) while providing resources to use as leaders.
Media Intern at LGBTQ+ Student Center, Kent, OH
August 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021
Created a safe and open environment for students, staff, faculty, and community members to express their identity; produced videos (e.g.,How-to videos, promotional content) for events; led and facilitated events such as LGBTQ+ film screenings followed by discussions on related topics.
Shift Supervisor at Starbucks
July 1, 2021 - Present
Managed baristas and ran an efficient store; created customer connections to ensure long-term sales; protected customers by regularly cleaning and sanitizing work areas and equipment; maintained high standards of conduct and service to support the company's reputation.
Counselor at Kent State Counseling Center
January 1, 2022 - May 31, 2022
Met with clients weekly within the university's Counseling Center; conveyed empathy that allowed clients to deepen self-exploration; suspended judgmental thinking and held clients in positive regard; used multicultural competencies; collaborated with clients to create goals and plans.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Digital Media Production at Kent State University
January 1, 2024 - May 1, 2026
Bachelor of Arts at Kent State University
August 1, 2017 - May 1, 2020
College Credit Plus at Edison State Community College
August 1, 2016 - May 1, 2017
College Credit Plus at Indiana University Bloomington
August 1, 2015 - May 1, 2016
High School Diploma at Troy High School
August 1, 2013 - May 1, 2017

Qualifications

Inducted into Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society
March 1, 2018 - April 10, 2026
Student Success Program Leadership Award of Recognition
March 1, 2020 - April 10, 2026
Nominated for Out and Proud Student Leader Award
March 1, 2020 - April 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare