Education

 

December 2015  B.S. Business Administration,

Kogod School of Business, American University, Washington DC.

 Concentration: International Marketing.

 

2014 International Exchange School, Yonsei University,

Seoul, South Korea. 

Intensive Language and Cultural Immersion Program, and

Business School curriculum.

 

2011 Cornell University High School College Summer Program,

Ithaca, New York. 

Excelled in Introduction to Business, and Art.

 

Experience

 

Israeli Ministry of Education, Teaching Fellow, Ashdod, Israel                                              2018 – 2019

• Awarded prestigious government grant for professional internship and formal pedagogical training.

• Collaborated with School Principal and English teacher to achieve measurable improvement in the English language skills of elementary and middle school students (grades 3-6) preparing for the annual English Meitzav examination (national standardized testing).

• Developed and implemented cohesive lesson plans, engaged in interactive teaching, and performed effective classroom and behavioral management to facilitate the learning process and enhance opportunities for weaker students.

• Organized events and stimulating activities to facilitate cross-cultural communication, and promote the importance and value of speaking and using English beyond the classroom.

• Developed and executed comprehensive lesson plans and logistics for 5th-6th grade participation in Israel National Spelling Bee.

• Collaborated with school teachers and 3 fellows to build an inclusive and rewarding English Week curriculum [including opening ceremony, inside and outside stations for grades 1-6.]

• Created and designed content of all Spelling Bee and English Week materials (invitations, participation awards and name tags).

• Integrated film/multi-media by creating English short films with groups of 6th grade students.

• Israeli Ministry of Education, Teaching Fellow, Ashdod, Israel                                              2018 – 2019

• Awarded prestigious government grant for professional internship and formal pedagogical training.

• Collaborated with School Principal and English teacher to achieve measurable improvement in the English language skills of elementary and middle school students (grades 3-6) preparing for the annual English Meitzav examination (national standardized testing).

• Developed and implemented cohesive lesson plans, engaged in interactive teaching, and performed effective classroom and behavioral management to facilitate the learning process and enhance opportunities for weaker students.

• Organized events and stimulating activities to facilitate cross-cultural communication, and promote the importance and value of speaking and using English beyond the classroom.

• Developed and executed comprehensive lesson plans and logistics for 5th-6th grade participation in Israel National Spelling Bee.

• Collaborated with school teachers and 3 fellows to build an inclusive and rewarding English Week curriculum [including opening ceremony, inside and outside stations for grades 1-6.]

• Created and designed content of all Spelling Bee and English Week materials (invitations, participation awards and name tags).

• Integrated film/multi-media by creating English short films with groups of 6th grade students.

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2016-2018: KPMG US, Marketing & Film Associate, New York, NY

• Coordinated New York Office Alumni Program and all associated social media to drive and facilitate key business relationships with decision makers at targeted clients.

• Organized, effectuated and analyzed success of key high impact branding events for New York Office.

• Conceptualized, developed and produced videos to further critical firm and office initiatives on a local and national level; created, edited and finalized all content including videography.

• Managed project involving coordination of multiple resources and departments in order to confirm and update client data driving key relationships.

• Initiated successful partnership with Human Resources to create communications plan for employees opting to leave the firm.

• Department representative on National Committee responsible for building and strengthening relationships across offices.

• Executed and oversaw KPMG Sponsorships & High Impact Branding Events for New York Office.

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2015 - 2016: Astro Doughnuts and Fried Chicken, Shift Manager, Washington DC. 

 

• Coordinated catering orders.

• Managed daily business activities including cash drawer and food preparation for fast paced and well recognized retail food establishment.

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2015: Amnesty International, Multimedia Intern, Washington DC

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• Developed, filmed and created web based and print campaign materials for organization website, social media platforms including Youtube, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Spotify utilizing tools Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and Final Cut Pro X.

• Shot key footage and b-roll of activities at annual conference and protests in New York City and D.C.

• Logged and archived audio, video, and multimedia content.

• Manage printing and distribution of marketing materials.

• Designed Gifts for Amnesty Members and Donors.

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2015 - 2016: American University, Executive Panhellenic Council, Vice President of Marketing & Design, Washington DC

 

• Designed, managed and scheduled all social media channels and multimedia content for Panhellenic website hosted on WordPress, using tools such as Hootsuite and Tweetdeck.

• Increased membership engagement on every platform by over 85% on each platform utilizing Google Analytics.

• Implemented first live tweeting campaign during organization’s philanthropy events.

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2016: Operation Supplement Safety: OPSS, Integrated Marketing Campaign, Washington D.C

 

• Conducted Market Research on military base to identify key target markets.

• Developed pre- and post surveys to measure impact of campaigns.

• Developed budget and timeline for integrated marketing plan.

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2012-2015: American University, Darkroom Lab and Teaching Assistant, Principles of Photography, Washington DC

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• Served as vital resource to faculty and students.

• Maintained darkroom, prepared chemicals and provided assistance on Photoshop, darkroom and enlargers.

• Became Social Media & Marketing Manager for Photography Lab affiliated sites and publications.

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2013: American University, Wellness Center Intern, Washington DC

 

• Conducted research, planned events and facilitated workshops and discussions to increase awareness of sexual assault and sexual assault resources on American University's campus.

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2013: Clinton Foundation, Coach for High School Intern Program & Special Operations Intern, New York

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• Prepared curriculum and planned events for high school internship program.

• Engaged students in public service and assist them in applying to college.

• Conducted Office tasks including inventory and administrative duties.

• Tools included Excel, Powerpoint, and Time Management.

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2012: American Museum of Natural History, Exhibition Design Intern, New York

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• Assisted in research, building models/dioramas and office responsibilities.

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EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Photographer & Writer | Find Your Moxie Zine | 2016

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Orientation Leader | AU Abroad | 2015

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Historian & Senior Member of Standards Board | Phi Sigma Sigma | 2015

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Founder and Treasurer | Stand Up AU (Sexual Assault Prevention/Awareness) | 2013 - 2015  

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Menkengue, Nicaragua | Documentary Project | 2013