Experience

Wild Blue Studios

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Manager I

  • May 2023 - Present

  • Project intake, management, and delivery focusing on illustration, concept art, publishing, and motion graphic animation for games and film • Internal program management and development to help streamline art production processes



Irvine Ranch Conservancy

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Coordinator – Plant Material Development (Volunteers)

  • Mar 2022 - Apr 2023

  Irvine, California, United States • Aid in the intentional collection and cultivation of seeds, seedlings, and container plants in support of ecological restoration efforts. Developing, planning, and leading public-facing programs, including researching, data-collection, data-entry & review, and reporting Collaborating with partners to cultivate relationships and run their volunteer programs Overseeing and coordinating the training, scheduling, and evaluation of volunteers to improve program productivity Creating… Show more • Aid in the intentional collection and cultivation of seeds, seedlings, and container plants in support of ecological restoration efforts. Developing, planning, and leading public-facing programs, including researching, data-collection, data-entry & review, and reporting Collaborating with partners to cultivate relationships and run their volunteer programs Overseeing and coordinating the training, scheduling, and evaluation of volunteers to improve program productivity Creating social media content and campaigns to drive engagement, improve external communications, and convey company values • Lead regular public work days, using interpretation to help volunteers and the public understand ecological concepts related to conservation, ecological restoration, and plant science. • Wild seed collection, in combination with traditional farming and nursery practices, to ensure that each restoration includes a diverse set of plant species that are adapted to local conditions Show less



Aquarium of the Pacific

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Youth and Conservation Volunteer Services Associate

  • Nov 2021 - Mar 2022

  Long Beach, California, United States • Administered and supported all aspects of HR services - conducting interviews, facilitating training & orientations, maintaining communication records, and performance evaluations for over 500 volunteers • Prioritizing and managing the scope of 7 projects, allocating resources and tracking progress to ensure program success



Shirin Behzadi, LLC

• United States
• Business Consulting and Services

• Executive Assistant

  • Jan 2021 - Nov 2021

  Laguna Niguel, California, United States • Worked closely with executive leadership to strategize projects and public engagements for Shirin Behzadi and BOMANI Cold Buzz • Managed social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn including metric-based content creation and public engagement • Acted as the primary point of contact for clients, directors, partners, and sponsors • Managed client-facing programs for BOMANI Cold Buzz to generate and maintain talent and leads



The Epicenter

• United States
• Professional Training and Coaching
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Artist In Residence, Education Specialist

  • Jan 2021 - Nov 2021

  Santa Cruz, California, United States • Work with Epicenter leadership to identify art, social media, and education trends to drive engagement and customer retention • Create original art for social media, educational material, and events



Coastal Roots Farm

• United States
• Farming
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Intern

  • Jan 2021 - Apr 2021

  Encinitas, California, United States • designed and led educational programs to increase land-based knowledge, community connection, environmental stewardship, education for all ages, skills to promote food and social equity within the San Diego community



My Green Lab

• United States
• Environmental Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Manager - Community Engagement

  • May 2020 - Nov 2020

  Orange County, California, United States • Social media management and outreach on LinkedIn and Twitter • Lead the My Green Lab Ambassador Network, primarily by connecting lab sustainability professionals worldwide through monthly webinars and opportunities to attend lab sustainability-related talks, seminars, etc. • Facilitated working groups of lab equipment manufacturers and lab procurement specialists to enhance sustainability throughout the supply chain and establish sustainable procurement guidelines • Lead… Show more • Social media management and outreach on LinkedIn and Twitter • Lead the My Green Lab Ambassador Network, primarily by connecting lab sustainability professionals worldwide through monthly webinars and opportunities to attend lab sustainability-related talks, seminars, etc. • Facilitated working groups of lab equipment manufacturers and lab procurement specialists to enhance sustainability throughout the supply chain and establish sustainable procurement guidelines • Lead designer for print, media, and outreach programs - creating brochures, infographics, logos, fact-sheets, and other media to promote lab sustainability • Management of the full lifecycle of projects from proposals to product launch • Reported on all tasks, milestones, goals, and team needs to help grow the company reach

• Green Labs Program Manager

  • Apr 2019 - May 2020

  Greater Los Angeles Area • Representing My Green Lab at conferences and events through social media, public speaking engagements, and booth management • Designed and directed the Green Labs program at UCLA to implement sustainability initiatives through Green Lab certification, social media management, and community engagement • Organized and attended events such as Zero Waste Open Houses and Lab Safety Fairs to further the green labs’ mission and highlight sustainable actions at UCLA • Managed… Show more • Representing My Green Lab at conferences and events through social media, public speaking engagements, and booth management • Designed and directed the Green Labs program at UCLA to implement sustainability initiatives through Green Lab certification, social media management, and community engagement • Organized and attended events such as Zero Waste Open Houses and Lab Safety Fairs to further the green labs’ mission and highlight sustainable actions at UCLA • Managed the Green Labs working group including a team of 8 interns who performed outreach and education coupled with energy metering, water tracking, and waste audits to track program success and opportunities for improvement • Created a lab recycling initiative by engaging with Facilities, Environment Health & Safety, Athens waste hauler, and laboratory personnel to develop protocol and signage for waste reduction and recycling • Developed relationships with community stakeholders and partners to secure sponsorship and support for the Green Labs Program at UCLA • Program budgeting, project tracking, reporting, and action plan development to assess and improve program impact



Ocean Institute

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Outdoor Instructor

  • Oct 2018 - Mar 2019

  Dana Point, California • Utilized teaching techniques to dynamically present facts and underlying principles of California’s natural and cultural history in an outdoor setting within the Cleveland National Forest • Maintained equipment and supplies as well as explained safety procedures and enforce safety guidelines to support the administration of the program • Incorporated the analysis of visual aids such as maps, data tables, and identification keys and the use of field instruments and laboratory… Show more • Utilized teaching techniques to dynamically present facts and underlying principles of California’s natural and cultural history in an outdoor setting within the Cleveland National Forest • Maintained equipment and supplies as well as explained safety procedures and enforce safety guidelines to support the administration of the program • Incorporated the analysis of visual aids such as maps, data tables, and identification keys and the use of field instruments and laboratory tools into lesson plans to illustrate current information and demonstrate current practices in the fields of science, social science, and education Show less



UC Irvine

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Green Labs Intern - Environment Planning

  • Sep 2017 - Jun 2018

  • Applied outreach and design strategies to increase program visibility including but not limited to designing and sharing sustainability-related infographics, drafting social media posts, and updating the UCI Green Labs Website • Identified and recruited potential labs for green lab certification assessments to reduce the environmental impact of research laboratories at UCI • Created and shared delivery plans for projects with the management team to guarantee timely… Show more • Applied outreach and design strategies to increase program visibility including but not limited to designing and sharing sustainability-related infographics, drafting social media posts, and updating the UCI Green Labs Website • Identified and recruited potential labs for green lab certification assessments to reduce the environmental impact of research laboratories at UCI • Created and shared delivery plans for projects with the management team to guarantee timely actionable results Show less