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Alianna Velez

@aliannavelez

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Aspiring English graduate with a focus on technical writing.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to utilize my writing skills while contributing to meaningful projects and fostering community engagement.

I am a dedicated and passionate English major with a concentration in Technical and Professional Writing, currently pursuing my Bachelor of Arts at Mercyhurst University. My academic journey has been complemented by practical experience in various roles, including my position as a Bookseller at Barnes & Noble, where I assist customers in finding the perfect books and engage in promotional advertising. My GPA of 3.6 reflects my commitment to excellence in my studies.

In addition to my work at Barnes & Noble, I serve as a Youth Literacy Program Facilitator and Mentor, where I coordinate educational activities that enhance reading, writing, and financial literacy skills among participants. This role has allowed me to develop strong organizational and mentoring skills, ensuring that each student receives personalized support. My involvement in the English Department as a Work-Study Aid further demonstrates my dedication to fostering a vibrant academic community.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

English Dept. Work-Study Aid & Support

Mercyhurst University

Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 (11 months)

Assisted with the department's newsletter and supported events through advertising and social media photography. Helped incoming students integrate into the department and partnered with professors to strategize ideas for maintaining departmental relevancy.

Social Media Management Strategic Planning Photography

Youth Literacy Program Facilitator/ Mentor

Youth Literacy Program

Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 (11 months)

Facilitated program services and prepared resource materials for participants' reading, writing, and financial literacy study sessions. Engaged students with worksheets and online exercises, providing one-on-one help to enhance comprehension skills. Coordinated the daily agenda to ensure mentors aligned with program goals and objectives.

Facilitation Mentoring Curriculum Development Event Coordination

Event Volunteer

Waterford Food Festival

Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)

Provided evening support to participating food vendors and maintained event safety procedures. Offered manual service to participants during and after the event.

Manual Assistance Customer Service Team Collaboration

Bookseller

Barnes & Noble

Jan 2021 - Dec 2025 (4 years 11 months)

Assisted customers in finding books and offered recommendations, utilizing Bookmaster software for operations. Planned and executed promotional advertising for specialized books, while also selling subscriptions and participating in social media campaigns.

Customer Service Bookmaster Software Social Media Marketing Sales