Ariel Oden
Griffin
Summary
Dedicated Environmental Science student with a passion for learning, a commitment to academic excellence, service, and community. Passionate about environmental awareness, film production, and outreach. Known for teamwork, communication, adaptability, and initiative across academic, community service, and professional roles.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Intern
Oxbow Meadows
Columbus
09.2024 - Current
- Provide care for reptiles, including feeding, habitat maintenance, and health monitoring.
- Assist with environmental projects, such as gardens, and project design.
- Handle reptiles, and educate the public about native wildlife during outreach events and programs.
- Represent the center at tabling events, engaging visitors, and promoting environmental awareness.
Production Assistant
Student Film
Columbus
04.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with various student film productions in roles such as camera operation, behind-the-scenes photography, equipment setup, and scene coordination.
- Easily acclimated to diverse settings and scenarios through effective team interactions, and immersing myself in various film genres, ultimately enhancing operational efficiency.
- Contributed to brainstorming sessions, offering creative input for scene enhancements.
Tennis Clerk
Country Club
09.2023 - Current
- Welcome members to the Racquets Center
- Sell merchandise
- Groom clay courts
- Provide towels, drinks, racquets to members
- Make reservations
- Answer and make calls
Photographer
Self-Employed
Atlanta
01.2018 - Current
- Produced high-quality images using a Canon camera and Lightroom to meet client expectations for clear and flawless visuals in both print and digital projects
- Enhanced the appearance of over 100 photos per client using Lightroom and Photoshop software
- Organized and readied on-location shoots, leading to enhanced client satisfaction ratings and increased shooting flexibility, leveraging effective scheduling techniques for successful outcomes
Host Non-Union
Ihop
Griffin
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Ensured a welcoming environment and maintained cleanliness in the lobby to enhance customer satisfaction
- Managed the daily coordination and packaging of up to 20 To-Go orders using a POS system
- Facilitated team collaboration and enhanced productivity through active listening and conflict resolution skills while engaging with coworkers
Education
Current student - B.S. Environmental Science
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA05.2026
Graduated -
Georgia Cyber Academy
GeorgiaSkills
- Leadership
- Goal development
- Active learning
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Writing
- Analytical Skills
- Environmental awareness
- Project management
- Photography skills
Extracurricular Activities
Students for a Sustainable World, Organization President
- Organizes frequent community cleanups, including trash cleanup and invasive species removal.
- Promotes sustainable development and activities on campus.
- Designed and created a pollinator garden for native plant restoration and environmental education Summer 25'.
- Volunteers at Columbus Botanical Gardens for garden maintenance
Volunteer, Feeding the Valley
- Sorting, organizing, and packaging food donations for distribution to families in need.
- Collaborate with staff and volunteers for efficient food delivery and service.
Second Story Ministry
- Assist in organizing outreach events in collaboration with church leadership.
- Assist in coordinating leadership events, Worship, Club and community collaboration and group involvement.
Timeline
Student Intern
Oxbow Meadows
09.2024 - Current
Production Assistant
Student Film
04.2024 - Current
Tennis Clerk
Country Club
09.2023 - Current
Host Non-Union
Ihop
05.2023 - 08.2023
Photographer
Self-Employed
01.2018 - Current
Current student - B.S. Environmental Science
Columbus State University
Graduated -
Georgia Cyber Academy