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Oliver Schoening

Oakland

Summary

Positive and adaptable, with excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Equipped with experience in food service and kitchen prep, as well as extensive experience working in time-sensitive environments. Committed to making significant impact through dedication and proactive approach.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Writer

Outback Magazine
01.2025 - Current
  • Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories geared towards students at the Claremont Colleges
  • Collaborated with editors to refine content, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and cohesion for publication.
  • Consistently met publication deadlines while maintaining accuracy in writing style.

Sports Writer

The Student Life
08.2024 - 12.2025


  • Covered events in-person, traveling to games across Claremont to ensure accuracy and get post-game interviews with players.
  • Wrote the Sports section's first front-page article in five years following the SCIAC Championship.
  • Maintained high journalistic standards to ensure accuracy and credibility in interviews and in writing

Brrista

Smitten Ice Cream
07.2022 - 10.2022
  • Maintained and operated ice cream machines, mixers and other equipment
  • Worked both front and back of house doing customer service and preparation as well as cleaning the kitchen space
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their orders.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during rushes to maintain a positive customer experience


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Pitzer College
Claremont, CA
05-2027

High School Diploma -

The College Preparatory School
Oakland, CA
06-2023

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Guest engagement
  • Safe food handling
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Confidence under pressure

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Staff Writer

Outback Magazine
01.2025 - Current

Sports Writer

The Student Life
08.2024 - 12.2025

Brrista

Smitten Ice Cream
07.2022 - 10.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Pitzer College

High School Diploma -

The College Preparatory School
Oliver Schoening