Aaron R Strynar

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Security Officer at Universal Orlando Resort
June 1, 2025 - October 16, 2025
Maintained guest and employee safety by patrolling facilities, monitoring access points, and responding to incidents. Documented incidents and communicated findings via radio and written witness statements. Conducted routine inspections to safeguard assets during and after hours.
Quick Service at Universal Orlando Resort
November 1, 2024 - October 16, 2025
Processed food and beverage orders, assisted guests with questions, and guided them within the restaurant. Maintained dining area cleanliness and safety.
Graphic Design Instructor at FIRST Institute
October 1, 2024 - October 16, 2025
Instructed students in creative software (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere). Adopted a hands-on approach, graded projects promptly, and maintained attendance/grades in the SIS. Created a safe, supportive, creative learning environment.
Retail Associate at Vineyard Vines
May 1, 2022 - October 16, 2025
Maintained a well-organized store, prepared merchandise for sale, supported seasonal store operations, and provided friendly customer service to reach sales goals.
Concept Design Intern at Vineyard Vines (Remote)
May 1, 2022 - October 16, 2025
Assisted concept design team with all design process aspects, organized samples, created organizational systems, and supported graphic design and layouts for imagery. Organized paperwork and samples, and researched design trends based on concept leadership direction.
Retail Associate at Tommy Bahama
August 1, 2024 - October 16, 2025
Prepared merchandise for sale, maintained product knowledge, assisted with inventory management, provided superior customer service, and kept the store well-stocked, organized, and presentable.
Security Officer at Universal Orlando Resort
June 1, 2025 - October 16, 2025
Ensured the safety and security of all guests and employees by performing a variety of assignments including walk-in patrols, motorized patrols, and occupying various access control points. Used radio/telecommunication to report potentially unsafe, suspicious, or threatening conditions. Identified prohibited items through routine screenings of bags, packages, and deliveries and prevented such items from entering property. Conducted routine visual inspections of structures, buildings, carts, and safes to protect company assets during and after business hours. Responded to reported incidents, assessed the scene, and analyzed the situation using sound judgment while collecting necessary information to construct a written witness statement.
Food & Beverage Team Member at Universal Orlando Resort
November 1, 2024 - October 16, 2025
Took and filled Food & Beverage orders by guests. Provided friendly and courteous assistance to patrons while answering questions and directing guests within the restaurant. Cleaned and maintained dining areas in an efficient and expedient manner. Performed Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities.
Graphic Design Instructor at FIRST Institute
October 1, 2024 - October 16, 2025
Instructed students in creative software such as After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Premiere in an engaging format. Inspired and supported students with a hands-on approach as they progress through coursework. Graded student projects consistently and promptly. Took attendance and grades in the Student Information System. Created a safe, supportive, creative, and dynamic environment for students.
Retail Associate at Vineyard Vines
August 1, 2024 - October 16, 2025
Prepared merchandise for sale in the store. Maintained knowledge of merchandise and helped with inventory management. Provided superior customer service and kept the store well-stocked, organized and presentable.
Concept Design Intern at Vineyard Vines
May 1, 2022 - October 16, 2025
Assisted concept design team with all aspects of the design process. Organized samples, cleaned up and created organizational systems. Helped with graphic design and layouts for imagery. Organized and filed paperwork and samples. Completed ad hoc projects as well as researched design trends based on concept leadership direction.

Education

Master of Fine Arts in Illustration at Savannah College of Art & Design
August 1, 2019 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Arts with a minor in Business Administration at Davis and Elkins College
August 1, 2015 - May 1, 2019
Master of Fine Arts in Illustration at Savannah College of Art & Design
August 1, 2019 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Arts at Davis & Elkins College
August 1, 2015 - May 1, 2019

Qualifications

Digital Media Design Award – logo design selected for campus eatery (Davis & Elkins College)
January 1, 2016 - October 16, 2025
Digital Media Design Award - Campus Eatery
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Professional Services, Other, Travel & Hospitality