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Valentina Grillini

Rome

Summary

Driven student with exceptional communication and analytical skills. Effectively articulates ideas with poise and confidence to engage prospective students. Strong knowledge of campus activities, clubs and culture. Resourceful individual offering persuasive communication skills and personable demeanor. Effectively hosts informative events to generate student interest on wide-ranging issues. Focused and driven with ambitious mindset and strong track record of exceeding goals. Self-motivated, dependable Student Ambassador experienced in providing encouragement and direction to current and future students working toward humanitarian objectives. Committed to providing compassionate support while capitalizing on networking opportunities. Catalyst for change through mobilizing support to achieve campus initiatives. Campus Ambassador experienced in delivering community initiatives focused on increasing visibility and engagement on campus. Dedicated to promoting the University of Kent with personal testimonials to prospective and currently enrolled students. Excellent communication and relationship building skills. Optimistic and personable individual enthusiastic about meeting new people. Strong presentation skills and real go-getter. Excellent public speaking skills and knowledge of Canterbury history, architecture and events.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Actor

Self employed
  • Performed humorous and serious interpretations of emotional actions and situations, using body movements, and gestures.
  • Learned scripts to understand characters' relationships and develop role interpretations.
  • Studied and rehearsed roles from scripts to interpret and memorize lines and cues.
  • Worked collaboratively with other actors to perform scenes and convey stories.
  • Managed time to arrive on set when required to not delay rehearsals and shows.
  • Studied scripts to successfully portray characters in dramas and comedies.
  • Practiced lines and scenes independently and collaboratively to prepare for performances.
  • Made necessary adjustments to acting, following guidance and requests from directors.
  • Traveled to set locations to complete onsite filming.
  • Provided constructive feedback and insight into performance of colleagues role.
  • Learnt different styles and schools of acting to broaden work prospects.
  • Used body language, facial expressions and vocal techniques to convey messages.
  • Maintained professional attitude and demeanor at all times.
  • Memorized lines quickly and delivered convincingly in different acting settings.
  • Collaborated with other actors to create believable and dynamic scenes.
  • Developed characters through improvisation and script analysis.
  • Made quick adjustments to characters on stage.
  • Received positive audience feedback in various theatrical shows.
  • Collaborated with directors and other cast members to refine performances.
  • Performed in various theatrical productions, ranging from musicals to dramas.

University Ambassador

University of Kent,
09.2021 - Current
  • Promoted mission, vision and culture of school to prospective students to increase enrollment.
  • Supported campus events to increase student engagement and promote campus-wide initiatives.
  • Collaborated with student and faculty teams to develop strategies for student outreach.
  • Utilized websites and social media to promote campus life, events and opportunities.
  • Utilized effective communication and problem-solving skills to quickly resolve customer issues.
  • Established positive relationships with tour members through fun and engaging conversation.
  • Guided groups of up to 25 people on scheduled tours.
  • Provided information on various sites throughout area, relaying little-known stories to provide interest.
  • Collaborated with other tour guides to provide comprehensive and enjoyable experience.
  • Planned and executed efficient tour routes by using maps and other navigational tools.
  • Assisted tour members with luggage, bags and maps while handling other helpful tasks.
  • Participated in live social media Q&As to promote the University

Actor

Secret Garden Pictures
11.2021 - 11.2021

Worked as part of the ensemble and background cast of the short film "Summer"

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Comparative Literature And Drama

University of Kent
Canterbury, UK
07.2023

Diploma - Musical Theatre

International College of Musical Theatre
Rome, Italy
06.2020

High School Diploma -

Liceo Classico E Scientifico Statale Socrate
Rome, Italy
07.2018

Skills

  • Administering Social Media Accounts
  • Student Relations
  • Leadership Communications
  • Social Media Trend Analysis
  • Client Service
  • Internal Communications
  • Hardware and Software Updates
  • Campus Tours
  • Written Communication
  • Presentation Materials

Languages

Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Actor

Secret Garden Pictures
11.2021 - 11.2021

University Ambassador

University of Kent,
09.2021 - Current

Actor

Self employed

Bachelor of Arts - Comparative Literature And Drama

University of Kent

Diploma - Musical Theatre

International College of Musical Theatre

High School Diploma -

Liceo Classico E Scientifico Statale Socrate
Valentina Grillini