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Hi! I’m Madison McLean, a recent graduate of the University of Kentucky with a BA focused on Creative Writing. I have extensive travel experience, including a junior year spent in New Mexico and a semester abroad in Milan, Italy, where I studied art, film, literature, and fashion. I have been cultivating a thriving online presence since I was 14 and developed a loyal following of nearly 200k on TikTok by crafting engaging live video content that reaches millions of viewers.
Currently, I work as a music journalist for Harbinger Magazine, interviewing bands internationally and frequently collaborating with independent and name-brand designers and music companies. I enjoy combining my passion for storytelling with my expertise in social media to successfully promote music, fashion, and lifestyle brands.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Work Experience
Waitress at Lockbox Restaurant
May 1, 2025 - August 28, 2025Worked at an upscale restaurant in the 21C Hotel chain. Mastered understanding of menu, POS systems, and food & beverage safety knowledge. Quickly calculated bills, made change, and accurately handled tips. Expertly fielded customer service responsibilities, prioritizing guests.
Hostess / Server at Gyros Mediterranean
May 1, 2025 - August 28, 2025Developed engaging rapport with customers, maintaining regular attendance of repeat customers. Collaborated with kitchen and management teams to ensure restaurant optimization. Volunteered to take leadership and support roles. Trained new hires on relevant restaurant technology.
Movie Theatre Employee at The Guild
May 1, 2025 - August 28, 2025Worked at an independent movie theatre in college town. Started as a ticket-taker and moved to more responsible front-facing and projection room roles including running lighting, sound, and beginning screenings. Demonstrated enthusiasm and interest in film distribution at the local level.
Waitress at Lockbox Restaurant
May 1, 2025 - August 28, 2025Worked in an upscale restaurant in the 21C chain. Mastered understanding of menu, Point of Sale (POS) systems, and food & beverage safety knowledge. Quickly calculated bills, made change, and accurately handled tips. Expertly fielded customer service responsibilities, prioritizing the guest.
Hostess / Server at Gyros Mediterranean
May 1, 2025 - August 28, 2025Developed engaging rapport with customers, maintaining their attendance as regulars. Collaborated with kitchen and management teams to ensure restaurant optimization. Volunteered to take leadership and support roles and trained new hires on relevant restaurant technology.
Movie Theatre Employee at The Guild
May 1, 2025 - August 28, 2025Worked at an independent movie theatre in college town, starting as a ticket-taker and progressing to projection room responsibilities including running lighting, sound, and beginning screenings. Demonstrated enthusiasm in workplace with an interest in film distribution at the local level.
Cashier at Walmart
August 1, 2023 - August 28, 2025Performed cashier duties at Walmart.
Cashier at Walmart
August 1, 2023 - August 28, 2025Cashier / Ice Cream Artist at Dairy Queen
May 1, 2023 - August 28, 2025Navigated fast-paced environment by effectively communicating with co-workers. Created signature Dairy Queen cones and Blizzards. Cleaned, sanitized, and mopped bathrooms and dining areas. Memorized over 20 ice cream product recipes.
Cashier / Ice Cream Artist at Dairy Queen
May 1, 2023 - August 28, 2025Navigated fast-paced environment by effectively communicating with co-workers. Created signature Dairy Queen cones and Blizzards. Cleaned, sanitized, and mopped bathrooms and dining areas. Memorized over 20 ice cream product recipes.
Food Service Worker - Cashier at Raising Cane's
March 1, 2023 - August 28, 2025Cashier at a busy fast-food restaurant. Anticipated and adapted to fast-paced collegiate dinner rush. Closed store at night.
Food Service Worker / Cashier at Raising Cane's
March 1, 2023 - August 28, 2025Worked as a cashier at a busy fast-food restaurant. Anticipated and adapted to the fast-paced collegiate dinner rush. Closed the store at night.
Influencer at TikTok
February 1, 2020 - PresentBuilt a loyal following of nearly 200,000 by hosting engaging live video sessions with viewers. Ranked in the top 98th percentile of creators with a similar following. Partnered with independent and name-brand fashion designers and record companies to promote clothing, makeup, accessories, and music. Conceptualized, created, performed in, and edited multiple videos with over one million views, including one video with over ten million views. Demonstrated expertise in algorithm prediction by strategically building momentum. Personally selected to join an invite-only YouTube Creator Club to promote growth opportunities.
Influencer at TikTok
February 1, 2020 - PresentBuilt a loyal following of nearly 200,000 by hosting engaging live video sessions with viewers; ranked in the top 98th percentile of creators with similar followings. Partnered with independent and name-brand fashion designers and record companies to promote clothing, makeup, accessories, and music. Conceptualized, created, performed in, and edited multiple videos with over a million views, including one with over ten million views. Demonstrated expertise in algorithm prediction by strategically building momentum. Personally selected to join an invite-only YouTube Creator Club, promoting pathways towards expansion.
Art Camp Counselor at Whet Your Palette
December 1, 2019 - August 28, 2025Organized and led daily art projects for children ages 4-12. Created and performed unique narratives to entertain the group. Worked one-on-one with children needing extra support. Enforced disciplined and consistent safety policies to ensure a safe environment.
Art Camp Counselor at Whet Your Palette
December 1, 2019 - August 28, 2025Organized and led daily art projects for groups of children ages 4-12. Created and performed unique narratives to entertain the group, working one-on-one with kids needing extra support and instruction. Protected safety by enforcing disciplined and consistent policies.
Pizzaiolo at Blaze Pizza
August 1, 2018 - August 28, 2025Started working at age 14. Took orders and created made-to-order pizzas. Treated everyone with respect and a smile, taking pride in work even at a young age.
Pizzaiolo at Blaze Pizza
August 1, 2018 - August 28, 2025Started working at age 14. Took orders and created made-to-order pizzas. Treated everyone with respect and a smile while taking pride in work, even at a young age.
Education
BA in English (Creative Writing Focus) at University of Kentucky
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025Studied Italian Literature & Art; Film; Fashion & Gender at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
February 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025Teen Docent Program at Speed Art Museum
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019BA in English (Creative Writing Focus) at University of Kentucky
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025Study Abroad - Italian Literature, Art, Film, Fashion & Gender Studies at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
February 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025Teen Docent Program at Speed Art Museum
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Retail, Professional Services
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
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