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Overview
Work History
Education
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Work And Leadership Experience
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Calvin Thang

Linthicum Heights,MD

Summary

Friendly and creative young professional with over 8 years of experience in community engagement, content creation, and media support. Passionate about creating welcoming experiences and supporting diverse communities through service, communication, and attention to detail. Known for reliability, teamwork, and a strong ability to adapt in fast-paced environments. Brings a visual storytelling background that adds a fresh, customer-focused perspective to retail and food service roles. Committed to learning, growth, and contributing positively to team culture and guest satisfaction.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Mara Christian Church of America
01.2010 - Current
  • Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events, providing polite, friendly representation.
  • Greeted over 100 guests with bulletins, directions, and friendly conversation.
  • Assisted with fundraising activities every summer.
  • Facilitated weekly worship services, encouraging participation from the congregation.
  • Supported religious leaders in performing various duties.

AV Leader

Mara Christian Church of America
01.2021 - Current
  • Oversaw AV equipment setup and maintenance to ensure smooth in-person and livestreamed services for a congregation of over 2,000.
  • Foster teamwork among volunteers, providing hands-on training to build a skilled AV crew.
  • Capture photos and create ads for social media to engage the congregation.

AV Team, Leader, Photographer, Videographer

Mara Christian Church of America
01.2018 - Current
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.

Community Volunteer

Patapsco Park
05.2023 - 05.2024
  • Educated public on importance of recycling and waste reduction, collection procedures and legal dumping.
  • Disposed of hazardous materials in appropriate manner.
  • Adhered to local, state and federal regulations pertaining to refuse and recyclable collection.
  • Reported illegal dumping or hazardous materials to supervisor for proper handling.
  • Facilitated river clean-ups at the Patapsco Park Avalon Area, gathering a mass of 500 pounds of trash.

Vendor Leader

Mara Christian Church of America
06.2022 - 06.2022
  • Led a team to raise funds for Myanmar's democracy, securing over $5,000 in financial support.
  • Coordinated volunteer efforts, significantly boosting community engagement.
  • Developed effective fundraising strategies, enhancing team collaboration and efficiency.
  • Assisted in food preparation for events, ensuring smooth operations.


Lead Journalist, Yearbook

Catonsville High School
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Collaborated with editors and other journalists to create compelling content for over 300 students.
  • Wrote, edited, and produced stories for the Internet and digital channels.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with sources and other contacts to support leads and story development.

Education

George Washington University - Cell Biology, Criminal Justice

George Washington University
Washington DC
05-2028

High School Diploma -

Howard High School
Ellicott City, MD
05.2024

Skills

  • Social Media Marketing
  • Team Building
  • Media Design
  • Proactive and self-motivated
  • Product recommendations
  • Video Editing
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Basic math

Work And Leadership Experience

  • Vendor Leader, Patapsco River Clean-up, CDF, MD, Led a team to raise funds for Myanmar's democracy, securing over $5,000 in financial support., Coordinated volunteer efforts, significantly boosting community engagement., Developed effective fundraising strategies, enhancing team collaboration and efficiency., Assisted in food preparation for events, ensuring smooth operations., Facilitated river clean-ups at the Patapsco Park Avalon Area, gathering a mass of 500 pounds of trash.
  • Media Team Leader, George Washington University, 01/16 - Present
  • Community Volunteer, Howard High School, 05/22 - 05/23
  • AV Leader, Chesapeake High School, 03/18 - 01/19
  • AV Equipment Manager, Free Gen, Manage AV equipment setup and maintenance, ensuring seamless operation for services., Foster teamwork among volunteers, providing hands-on training to build a skilled AV crew., Capture photos and create ads for social media to engage the congregation., 01/16 - Present
  • Lead Journalist, Yearbook, Catonsville High School, 2020 - 2021
  • AV Team Leader, Photographer, Videographer, Chesapeake High School, 2021 - 2023

Timeline

Community Volunteer

Patapsco Park
05.2023 - 05.2024

Vendor Leader

Mara Christian Church of America
06.2022 - 06.2022

AV Leader

Mara Christian Church of America
01.2021 - Current

Lead Journalist, Yearbook

Catonsville High School
01.2020 - 01.2021

AV Team, Leader, Photographer, Videographer

Mara Christian Church of America
01.2018 - Current

Volunteer

Mara Christian Church of America
01.2010 - Current

George Washington University - Cell Biology, Criminal Justice

George Washington University

High School Diploma -

Howard High School
Calvin Thang