Middle School: George Washington Carver Middle School in the French Magnet Program
Highschool: Coral Gables Senior High in the International Baccalaureate program (IB)
University: Saint Louis University Madrid (SLU Madrid) Major: Communication Minor: Marketing & Spanish
I spent an amazing month in Rietspruit, South Africa, interning with PaintedDogs.tv, a company that makes wildlife videos. Working with talented filmmakers and expert guides, I explored the savanna every day, learning so much about animals, nature, and how to tell stories through film.
Creating my own showreel was a fun but challenging project that helped me improve my filming and editing skills. This incredible experience not only strengthened my love for filmmaking but also inspired me to use it to teach and connect people with the beauty of nature. It truly changed my life and gave me a fresh perspective on the world.
https://www.painteddog.tv/
During my two years as a dance teacher, I taught jazz and lyrical dance to kids aged four to seven. As their primary instructor, I led weekly classes on developing coordination and instilling foundational dance techniques. My responsibilities included teaching dance classroom etiquette and helping these ten students improve their dance skills. This role sharpened my leadership abilities as I led the class, requiring an organization to plan exciting lessons and choreograph dances suitable for their abilities. I also got to be creative in choreographing challenging but still doable routines for the kids. This job significantly enhanced my sense of responsibility as I was entrusted with the kids’ safety and progress every week, teaching me the importance of consistency and reliability in a teaching role.
The Miami Waterkeeper Junior Ambassador program is a year-long initiative designed to help high school students become environmental advocates. I learned about the problems in Biscayne Bay and its nearby areas while developing leadership skills. I got training to be involved in our community and speak up for our beliefs. Other junior ambassadors and I share what we learn with different groups and help plan volunteer events. This program taught me how social, environmental, government and economic issues are all connected and how they affect the environment in South Florida.
https://www.miamiwaterkeeper.org/junior_ambassador
During the summer of 2024, I worked as a barista at a coffee shop called Le Pain Quotidien. I admired the coffee’s focus on Belgian culture . As the main barista, I improved my customer service skills and gained insights into running a food establishment. Handling busy periods taught me to stay efficient and ensure quick service, ensuring customer satisfaction.
As a photography assistant at Prizma Photo, working with photographer Dario, I gained valuable experience capturing candid moments at events like bat mitzvahs, weddings, and birthday parties. My role involved helping Dario with lighting and taking pictures of guests per their preferences. This experience taught me about the technical side of photography and deepened my understanding of the technical aspects of photography. I learned about the importance of lighting and how to get the best angles and poses for great shots, especially with models. It gave me a deeper understanding of photography, from its technical aspects to the art of capturing real moments.
https://www.prizmaphotography.com/