A'xela Ritchie
Goleta
Summary
Dynamic and creative professional with experience at Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, where I enhanced visitor engagement through innovative educational games and guided tours. Skilled in effective communication and youth mentorship, I fostered relationships that built confidence and curiosity, ensuring memorable experiences for all participants.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Tasker/Beauty Adviser
Ulta Beauty
Goleta
11.2025 - Current
- Utilized mobile applications to update job statuses and client feedback.
- Communicated with clients to confirm service details and expectations.
- Adhered strictly to company policies regarding safe handling of hazardous materials when disposing waste from job sites.
- Developed detailed plans of action for each task, including necessary materials and estimated timelines.
- Redo branding and advertising throughout the store.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to assess situations quickly and efficiently in order to complete tasks within the given timeframe.
- Managed scheduling and task assignments for various service requests.
Photo Journalism Camp Counselor/Tutorial Assistant
Gatway Educational Services
Goleta
07.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily activities of campers to ensure safety and engagement.
- Monitored camper behavior and provided guidance to resolve conflicts.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of camp facilities and materials.
- Collaborated with staff to create a positive camp environment for all participants.
- Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in new environment.
- Helped campers build confidence and self-esteem through consistent guidance and mentoring.
- Downloaded all campers photos to computer and personal thumbs drives for them to take home, along with whipping their cameras at the end of each day.
Short Film Production Coordinator
Cinema Slaw
Santa Barbara
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Managed communication between departments to streamline project workflows.
- I took notes during production meetings.
- I gave feedback and notes on the original scripts and line delivery.
- Designed and provided creative props.
- Served as an assistant, handling film equipment, as well as helping with lighting and sound.
- Resolved any issues related to production process or equipment malfunctions quickly and efficiently.
Quasar
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
Santa Barbara
05.2021 - 08.2024
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Create new, interactive, and educational games for guests.
- Greet visitors.
- Conducted guided tours for visitors, enhancing their museum experience for elementary schools and groups of adults.
- Present research projects to guests and museum staff, including the CEO.
- Assisted in organizing and cataloging museum exhibits and artifacts.
- Engaged with visitors to answer inquiries about exhibits and museum services.
Education
Santa Barbara Senior High
700 E Anapamu St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103Skills
- Team building
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Research presentation
- Group leadership
- Creative mindset
- Arts and crafts
- Empathy and patience
- Music and drama
- Youth mentorship
- Relationship building
- Adaptability
- Active listening
- Cultural sensitivity
- Public speaking
- Great attention to detail
Affiliations
- Visual Art and Design Academy Leadership
- National Honors Society
In my personal time I enjoy expressing myself creatively and getting out in nature, these actives include:
- Painting
- Graphite sketching
- Singing
- Going to the beach
- Hiking
- Gardening
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Tasker/Beauty Adviser
Ulta Beauty
11.2025 - Current
Photo Journalism Camp Counselor/Tutorial Assistant
Gatway Educational Services
07.2025 - Current
Short Film Production Coordinator
Cinema Slaw
06.2025 - 09.2025
Quasar
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
05.2021 - 08.2024
Santa Barbara Senior High