Eliz-Joy Mpoyo
Silver Spring
Summary
Proactive high school student with leadership experience in organizations and volunteer activities. Looking for an entry level job opportunity to gain valuable experience and contribute with both conflict resolution and interpersonal skills. Driven with several years of experience in hospitality industry and events planning. Strong customer service, organization and time management skills. Dedicated to providing top-tier service to guests and event attendees.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Coordinator Assistant
Saraly Decor
Silver Spring
01.2021 - Current
- I help with administrative tasks such as maintaining event related documentations.
- I also help with managing workers and help transporting the equipment into the venue.
- I help set up the actual decorations like putting on chair covers, setting up tables, and putting up backdrops.
President of Photography Club
James Hubert Blake High School
Silver Spring
10.2023 - 05.2025
- As President of the photography club, I directed club meetings, organized workshops, and led discussions to improve technical skills and expression in photography.
- Additionally, I promoted a collaborative and inclusive environment, encouraging creativity and mentorship among club members.
- Developed policies, procedures, and short-term and long-term goals for the organization.
National Honors Society Member
James Hubert Blake High School
Silver Spring
09.2022 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with national honors society to enhance school environment.
- Engage in community service by creating stickers for cancer patients.
- Assisted Peers through tutoring
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Head of Lighting Crew (Lightning Technician)
Blake Stage Company
Silver Spring
12.2021 - 05.2025
- Collaborated in the creation of props for theatrical productions.
- Collaborated with the Paint crew to complete set designs promptly.
- Assisted in designing and creating costumes for stage productions.
- Joined lighting crew as a light technician to pursue a long-standing interest.
- Installed lighting on catwalk to enhance program's visual appeal.
- Troubleshot any technical issues with the electrical system or control board.
- Developed cue sheets to program changes in light intensity throughout a performance.
- Rigged trusses and cables securely to safely support heavy light fixtures.
- Ensured that all lights were properly focused before each show or production.
- Directed the design of stage lighting systems for theatrical productions.
- Collaborated with other technicians to ensure smooth transitions between scenes.
Minority Scholars Program Member
James Hubert Blake High School
James Hubert Blake High School
09.2021 - 05.2025
- Participated in workshops and discussions to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion in educational settings.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance cultural awareness, representation, and support for minority groups.
- Facilitated open discussions by sharing insights and perspectives during club meetings and MSP retreat.
- Attended conferences and seminars related to the field of study to stay abreast of current trends and developments in scholarship.
- Enhance group dialogue by offering unique viewpoints, allowing peers to openly share their opinions.
High School Ambassador
James Hubert Blake High School
Silver Spring
08.2021 - 05.2025
- Represented Blake High School at various events.
- Facilitated effective communication among visitors, prospective students, and staff members.
- Gave guests and visitors campus tours, presentations, and informational sessions to show our school's culture, programs, and classes.
- Acted as a positive role model who represented our school's values while also creating a welcoming environment for potential students.
Summer Rise Intern
MCPS Dept. of Student Engagement, Behavioral Health and Academics
Rockville
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Acquired knowledge on the value of community involvement while interning at MCPS Student Engagement & Behavioral Health.
- Assisted at various locations with food drives and distribution of school supplies.
- My experience there furthered my knowledge on the importance of mental health, as I helped create mental health kits so that they would be given to students who may need them.
Environmental Education Volunteer
Outdoor Ed
Derwood
02.2023 - 02.2023
- Collaborated with instructors and teachers to ensure safety of sixth graders.
- Directed small group activities during outdoor excursions.
- Clarified tasks and procedures for the six graders.
- Facilitated removal of invasive species with sixth-grade students.
- Engaged in activities to maintain high morale.
- Maintained group discipline during outdoor events.
- Organized and led field trips to natural areas to observe wildlife, plants, and local ecosystems.
- Assisted with the development of educational materials such as handouts, brochures, displays, videos, and interactive activities.
Education
High School -
James Hubert Blake High School
Silver Spring, MD06-2025
Skills
- Event coordination
- Presentations
- Negotiations
- Communication
- Leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Detail-oriented
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Inventory management
- Organizational skills
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Hospitality management
- Room setup and breakdown
- Active listening
Projects
Internship fair/Career Fair - MSP, Event for students or job seekers to interact with companies, explore job opportunities, internships, or career paths.
Awards
The National Society of High School Scholars, Recognition of outstanding accomplishments and contributions.
Languages
- English
- French
- Swahili
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Summer Rise Intern
MCPS Dept. of Student Engagement, Behavioral Health and Academics
06.2024 - 08.2024
President of Photography Club
James Hubert Blake High School
10.2023 - 05.2025
Environmental Education Volunteer
Outdoor Ed
02.2023 - 02.2023
National Honors Society Member
James Hubert Blake High School
09.2022 - 05.2025
Head of Lighting Crew (Lightning Technician)
Blake Stage Company
12.2021 - 05.2025
Minority Scholars Program Member
James Hubert Blake High School
09.2021 - 05.2025
High School Ambassador
James Hubert Blake High School
08.2021 - 05.2025
Event Coordinator Assistant
Saraly Decor
01.2021 - Current
High School -
James Hubert Blake High School
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