Hi there! I’m Ian Winarski, a current student at Columbia College Chicago pursuing a BA in Film and Television, set to graduate in May 2025. I’m a creative, collaborative videographer and editor with hands-on experience producing, writing, performing, and editing videos for YouTube and student projects. I enjoy shaping ideas into compelling stories and bringing them to life on screen. Off set, I’ve held customer-facing roles at Busch's Fresh Food Market and Whole Foods Market, where I learned reliability, teamwork, and the importance of clear communication in fast-paced environments. I’m excited to grow my craft, continue making content, and contribute to a dynamic team with energy and curiosity.

Ian Winarski

Hi there! I’m Ian Winarski, a current student at Columbia College Chicago pursuing a BA in Film and Television, set to graduate in May 2025. I’m a creative, collaborative videographer and editor with hands-on experience producing, writing, performing, and editing videos for YouTube and student projects. I enjoy shaping ideas into compelling stories and bringing them to life on screen. Off set, I’ve held customer-facing roles at Busch's Fresh Food Market and Whole Foods Market, where I learned reliability, teamwork, and the importance of clear communication in fast-paced environments. I’m excited to grow my craft, continue making content, and contribute to a dynamic team with energy and curiosity.

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Hi there! I’m Ian Winarski, a current student at Columbia College Chicago pursuing a BA in Film and Television, set to graduate in May 2025. I’m a creative, collaborative videographer and editor with hands-on experience producing, writing, performing, and editing videos for YouTube and student projects. I enjoy shaping ideas into compelling stories and bringing them to life on screen.

Off set, I’ve held customer-facing roles at Busch’s Fresh Food Market and Whole Foods Market, where I learned reliability, teamwork, and the importance of clear communication in fast-paced environments. I’m excited to grow my craft, continue making content, and contribute to a dynamic team with energy and curiosity.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Cashier/Stocker at Busch’s Fresh Food Market
January 31, 2025 - July 11, 2025
Learned register system and communicated with customers to complete transactions quickly and accurately. Listened to customer complaints and resolved them within reason for a satisfying experience. Communicated with coworkers to ensure efficient and proper completion of tasks during each shift. Was a team player by filling in for other positions whenever necessary.
Prepared Foods at Whole Foods Market
March 1, 2023 - July 11, 2025
Received and completed multiple customer orders efficiently during rush hour and holiday seasons. Maintained the cleanliness of the workspace to ensure safety of workspace and adhere to food safety standards. Created a schedule to adequately complete necessary tasks throughout shift and for closing.
Cashier/Stocker at Busch's Fresh Food Market
June 1, 2021 - Present
Learned register system and communicated with customers to complete transactions quickly and accurately. Addressed customer complaints and resolved them with rationale to ensure a satisfying experience. Communicated with coworkers to ensure efficient and proper completion of tasks during each shift. Served as a team player by filling in for other positions when necessary.
Prep Foods at Whole Foods Market
September 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023
Received and completed multiple customer orders efficiently during rush hours and holiday seasons. Maintained cleanliness of the work space to ensure safety of work space and adherence to food safety standards. Created schedules to adequately complete necessary tasks throughout shift and for closing.
Cashier / Stocker at Busch's Fresh Food Market
June 1, 2021 - Present
Learned register system and communicated with customers to complete transactions quickly and accurately; listened to customer complaints and resolved them with reasonable solutions for a satisfying experience; communicated with coworkers to ensure efficient and proper completion of tasks during each shift; was a team player by filling in for other positions whenever necessary.

Education

BA at Columbia College Chicago
January 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025
BA in Film and Television at Columbia College Chicago
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2025
BA in Film and Television at Columbia College Chicago
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2025

Qualifications

Dean's List
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026
Dean's Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026
Honors Program
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Gaming, Education, Software & Internet