Jieni Orozco Velasquez
Durham
Summary
Through my time as a full time worker and student I've participated and directed in plays, working in fast paced environments, and set myself for success for future educational and career goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Front of House Employee
Happy + Hale
10.2025 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced environment, ensuring positive dining experiences.
- Managed front-of-house operations, coordinating staff schedules and optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly, enhancing satisfaction and loyalty.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and adherence to health standards.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of dining area, promoting a welcoming atmosphere.
- Implemented inventory tracking systems to streamline supply management and reduce waste.
Theater Actor
Monique Taylor
02.2023 - 05.2025
- Acted and/or sang in amateur productions consisting of Shrek: the Musical, Clue: High school edition, Wizard of Oz, Alice in Wonderland, and High school produced Spring Chorus Show
- Collaborated with directors to understand character motivations and script interpretations.
- Attended rehearsals consistently, demonstrating commitment to role development and performance quality.
- Engaged in character research to enhance authenticity in performances and connect with audiences.
- Adapted quickly to feedback from directors, refining delivery and stage presence as needed.
- Participated in promotional activities, supporting marketing efforts for upcoming productions.
- Demonstrated flexibility by learning multiple roles for ensemble productions, enhancing team collaboration skills.
Assistant Director
Monique Taylor
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Assistant Director for amature production of Alice in Wonderland
- Collaborated with actors and director to enhance communication
- provided constructive criticism to actors and tech leading to a successful production
- Supported senior management in conducting research for decision-making purposes.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for meetings between lead director and tech crew, ensuring efficient use of resources.
Teacher’s Assistant
Monique Taylor
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted lead teacher in classroom management and daily lesson delivery.
- Organized educational materials and resources for effective teaching sessions.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to enhance learning experiences.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, students, and parents regarding academic performance.
- Contributed to a more organized classroom setting by maintaining accurate records on student attendance, assignments, and progress reports.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
Education
High School Diploma -
Riverside High School
Durham, NC06-2025
Skills
- Script analysis
- Vocal projection
- Cold reading
- Audition preparation
- Voice control
- Dramatic acting
- Comedic timing
- Character development
- Strong stage presence
- Ensemble work
- Stage management
- Directing experience
- Set construction
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Front of House Employee
Happy + Hale
10.2025 - Current
Assistant Director
Monique Taylor
10.2024 - 01.2025
Teacher’s Assistant
Monique Taylor
08.2024 - 01.2025
Theater Actor
Monique Taylor
02.2023 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
Riverside High School