Ariana Secor
San Diego
Summary
Detail-oriented and creative professional with experience in digital accessibility assessment, user-centered web testing, and content creation. Proven ability to perform manual and automated WCAG audits, collaborate on remediation solutions, and communicate effectively across technical and non-technical teams. Equally confident in accessibility compliance and visual branding, with entrepreneurial experience running an Etsy shop that combines aesthetic design with technical precision. Actively seeking opportunities in IT accessibility, digital communications, or creative tech environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Student Assistant
Assistive Technology Initiative (ATI)
San Diego
12.2023 - 03.2025
- Conducted accessibility audits and assessments on public-facing San Diego State University websites using automated tools and manual testing against WCAG 2.1 standards.
- Collaborated with developers, communications teams, and university leadership on accessibility improvements across web and mobile content.
- Analyzed data from various sources such as surveys, interviews and observations to evaluate the effectiveness of current interventions.
- Hosted accessibility awareness events and provided training resources for staff and students.
- Gained working knowledge of HTML structure, alt text implementation, and accessible design best practices.
- Marketed accessibility tools (ANDI, Grackle Docs, etc.) to the SDSU community through Instagram posts, physical flyers across campus, and Canvas announcements
- Developed web applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript and JQuery.
Founder & Creative Director
Our Lady of Yarn
01.2023 - Current
- Created and sold original crochet patterns and handmade pieces through Etsy and Instagram.
- Wrote, formatted, and published downloadable PDFs that included accurate, accessible instructions.
- Designed branding and product photography, driving consistent visual identity and customer engagement.
- Managed all aspects of digital storefront, customer service, and content updates, reinforcing e-commerce and web accessibility awareness.
- Etsy Shop
Server's Assistant
Costa Brava
San Diego
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted servers with carrying food from kitchen to tables, refilling drinks, and clearing away dirty dishes.
- Assisted servers with monitoring tables for customer satisfaction, quality and additional service.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure a pleasant dining experience for all patrons.
- Assisted in training new server assistants on job responsibilities and procedures.
Host & Food Runner
King’s Fish House
Mission Valley
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Maintained high-level guest service and front-of-house coordination in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Balanced multiple tasks including seating logistics, food delivery, and team communication.
- Mission Valley
- Welcomed guests as they entered, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere.
- Coordinated seating arrangements to optimize dining flow and guest satisfaction.
- Assisted with managing waitlists during peak hours to minimize wait times.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing And Sociology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.2026
Skills
- Web Accessibility Testing (WCAG 21)
- Section 508 Compliance
- Manual & Automated Accessibility Auditing
- HTML & Semantic Structure Awareness
- Assistive Tech Testing (Screen Readers)
- Adobe Acrobat Accessibility
- CMS Editing (Omni CMS)
- Pattern Design & Digital Formatting
- Etsy Product Listing
- Canva
- Google Workspace
- Content Writing
- Customer Communication
- Customer service
- Social media marketing
Websites
Certification
IAAP CPACC
Timeline
Server's Assistant
Costa Brava
05.2025 - Current
Host & Food Runner
King’s Fish House
01.2025 - 05.2025
Student Assistant
Assistive Technology Initiative (ATI)
12.2023 - 03.2025
Founder & Creative Director
Our Lady of Yarn
01.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Marketing And Sociology
San Diego State University