RESUME

Juggling part-time jobs has shaped me into a dedicated problem solver as an Industrial Designer. Each role in retail, food service, or creative settings presented unique challenges, enhancing my work ethic and appreciation for design. I've learned invaluable lessons about teamwork, communication, and diverse perspectives, all vital for successful designs. The grit and resilience gained from these experiences inspire my passion for creating functional, aesthetically pleasing solutions in industrial design.

  • San Jose State University, San Jose — Industrial Design BS
    AUGUST 2022 - MAY 2026

    Admitted with Honors/CC.

    Mater Dei Catholic High School, Chula Vista — HS Diploma
    AUGUST 2018 - MAY 2022

    4.30 Cumulative GPA. Founded and designed merchandise for the Asian Pop Culture Club.

  • Venchi Chocolate & Gelato, San Jose — Sales Associate
    JANUARY 2024 - PRESENT

    • Warmly greets and provides excellent service to every customer

    • Educates customers on the brand heritage of Venchi

    • Beautifully crafts gelato, crepes, and other desserts  for the highest level of presentation

    SNOICE Boba & Desserts, Spring Valley — Shift Lead, Accounting, Inventory Management, Catering, Barista
    MAY 2021 - AUGUST 2024

    • Provides excellent customer service and maintains a positive company image

    • Manages catering production and prepares orders in a timely manner

    • Works to improve the company through design, promotions, fundraisers, and continuous feedback to management

    • Gathers, uploads, and analyzes inventory data

    Office Depot, La Mesa — Copy & Print Services, Tech Consultant, Cashier
    FEBRUARY 2022 - JANUARY 2024

    • Recommends, prints, and finishes marketing jobs for clients

    • Develops business relationships and positive experiences with customers and partners

    • Consults and solves problems surrounding technology

    UNIQLO, Santa Clara — Sales Associate
    AUGUST 2023 - DECEMBER 2023

    • Applies new technology to a retail setting

    • Assists customers with orders, inventory, and stocking

    • Efficiently performs tasks as a team player

    Little Caesars Pizza, El Cajon — Assistant Manager, Keyholder, Cashier
    NOVEMBER 2020 - MAY 2021

    • Markets current promotional goods

    • Manages other employees’ breaks and responsibilities

    • Develops and improves customer relations

  • Industrial Design Society of America @ SJSU — Marketing and Social Media Coordinator
    AUGUST 2024 - PRESENT

    • Attend all meetings and events to document on social media

    • Design and promote marketing for the club’s upcoming events

    • Communicate with the cabinet as well as special guests to capture genuine and memorable experiences within the club

    Junior Catholic Daughters of the Americas #2520 (JCDA) — President, Volunteer
    AUGUST 2015 - AUGUST 2022

    • Organize volunteering events and fundraisers to support families in need

    • Hold monthly meetings with members to look over minutes, plans, and brainstorm volunteering ideas

    • Host dinner gatherings to give to impoverished families and support single mothers.

    Asian Pop Music Club — School Club Founder, President, Designer, Publicity
    AUGUST 2019 - JUNE 2022

    • Gathers students who share a common interest in Asian pop music

    • Discusses new and upcoming song releases releases

    • Schedules both internal and external gatherings

    • Designs and distributes assorted merchandise

    MDCHS Academy of Science STEAM Poster Night — Researcher, Presenter
    AUGUST 2021 - NOVEMBER 2021

    • Hiatt, M. (2021, November). Building a Solar Powered Outdoor Ping Pong Table. Poster presented at Mater Dei Catholic High School Academy of Science STEAM Poster Night, Chula Vista, CA.

    • My project discussed solar power efficiency, plastics engineering, and improvements in programmable matter to design a solar powered ping pong table

    • Researched details, designs, and materials to design a solar powered outdoor ping pong table. Presented product design through STEAM Poster Night.

    Comics Club — Club Member, Designer
    AUGUST 2018 - MAY 2019

    • Combines art and story telling to sell mini comics to the school

    • Designs graphics and apparel for club promotion

    • Explores an assortment of art styles and media

  • Best Design Concept SJSU (2024)
    Awarded by Lucid Motors and AutoDesk to the group who presented the best design concept  from San Jose State University

    San Diego Ford Salute To Education Scholarship (2022)
    Awarded to individuals with passion for their major and commitment to their education.

    Academic Excellence (2018-2022)
    Maintain a weighted GPA above 4.0 throughout the semester. Received this award 8 times.

    HSPT Merit Scholarship (2018)  
    Standardized high school test score is in the top 97% percentile of the country.

  • K-Pop Music
    Designs and sells fan-made merchandise, attends concerts, collects CDs and photocards.

    TikTok
    Creates promotional content for various companies through sponsored product reviews and unboxings, appealing to my 20k followers.

    Figure Collecting
    Collect various types of anime and designer figures from companies including Good Smile, Pop Mart, Re-Ment, and more!

    Gundam Model Kits
    Finishes and assembles injection molded model parts to create detailed robot figures.

    Pokémon TCG
    Collects and battles Pokémon cards both digitally and in real life.

let's create something beautiful!

let's create something beautiful!