Resume
University of California, Santa Barbara | B.A. Film and Media Studies with a minor in Writing and Civic Engagement
2018 - 2022
Professional
Experience
2019-2023
GIVE International Volunteers
Volunteer and Writer
Volunteered on Zanzibar Island in Tanzania using the asset-based community development model to work alongside local leaders to create a sustainable impact within the community. While here, other volunteers and I helped members of the local village build critical infrastructure, learn English, and built lasting connections. After my time as a volunteer I became a consistent creative writer for GIVE’s blog to inspire others to get involved with their organization.
2019 - 2020
Gablers Writing Program
Scholarship Recipient
Accepted into the first year of UCSB’s Gabler’s Writing Program where I began my own personal creative writing project about the importance of gratitude, while simultaneously collaborating with other students and mentors to strengthen our writing abilities and expand on our creative ideas.
2020 - 2021
Raab Writing Program
Scholarship Recipient
Accepted into the year long Raab Writing Fellows Program where I have continuously worked on a multimedia creative writing project that explores the deep connection with our bodies and their ability to shape, define, and reinforce our sense of self. With the intent on furthering my writing potential, I have been working closely with other peers and associated experts/mentors in the field.
Summer 2021
Princeton Review
Prep Instructor
As a volunteer tutor in Rabat and Casablanca, Morocco, I facilitated after school tutoring sessions with students of all ages. I worked closely with students aiding them in SAT tutoring, specifically in reading and grammar, as well as provided writing assistance for college applications. Additionally, I provided one on one English language lessons for younger students and strengthened my value of education, culture, and connectivity.
Winter/Spring 2022
Internship with Professor Mona Damluji
Research Assistant
As a research assistant in the Film and Media Studies Department at UCSB, I conducted research for Professor Damluji’s book project “Pipeline Cinema.” Researching blackouts, heatwaves, and the narrative of perpetual crisis in Iraq, the work analyzes how the media represents Iraqis navigating accelerating climate change, infrastructural failure, and economic instability. Our work calls on the media to highlight the resilience of the Iraqi people, rather than a site of destruction.
Summer 2022
PSP Production Company
Executive Assistant
As an Executive Assistant at Public School Pictures Production Company, I executed various administrative tasks daily while collaborating and assisting with creative projects. I produced creative content to be shared on the company's social media page to maintain their brand and marketing.
Spring 2023
Rusted Radishes Literary Journal
Social Media Coordinator
Managed all social media platforms for Rusted Radishes, an art and literary journal based in Beirut, Lebanon. While in this position, I launched all pieces from their tenth issue, "Money" in both Arabic and English using creative writing, communication, project management, and marketing skills.
Current
ABA Immigration Justice Project
Office and Communications Administrator
Experienced Office and Communications Administrator adept at supporting legal professionals in a dynamic environment. Specialize in administrative tasks, communication management, social media management, grant writing, and outreach. Skilled in document handling and proficient in ensuring operational efficiency.
Awards
Presentations
2022
UCSB Film and Media Studies Department | Outstanding Student Award
2022
UCSB Comparative Literature Department | Outstanding Student Award
2020
"Profiles of Gratitude," First Annual Gablers Writing Program Final Presentation
2021
"Curling Back to Your Roots," Johns Hopkins Macksey Symposium
Skills
& Expertise
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Writing: Actively engaged in further developing my writing skills as both an academic and creative writer through writing programs, contract work, and personal projects where I received and built upon valuable feedback from mentors and peers. I have continuously worked on creative nonfiction writing that has been focused on culture, compassion, and existence. Additional writing skills include editing, script scene descriptions, and research writing.
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Time and Project Management: Skilled in prioritizing commitments and scheduling my time appropriately. I have experience in organizing and setting schedules for myself and coordinating project goals with team members. Have experience working on multiple writing projects at a time while managing expectations appropriately. Well-versed in executive assistant administrative duties that have sharpened my organizational skills when facing various tasks.
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Planning and Interpersonal Communication: Well-versed in organizing and administering events creatively and effectively within the allotted time and budget as well as productive communication skills. I am comfortable and capable of speaking publicly to different groups of people and I am highly adaptable and welcoming to new environments when required.
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Client relations and audience engagement: Skilled in fostering positive connections and engaging diverse audiences through innovative and creative communication strategies.
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Social Media Marketing and Content Creation: Particularly knowledgeable in programs such as Canva, Meta Business Suite, and various social media platforms as well as physical creative design for marketing and outreach.