Ashley Smith
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Creative and motivated LSU senior (Summer 2026) pursuing internships in design and marketing to develop professional skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and bring a unique blend of creativity and customer-focused experience to a dynamic team. Experienced in providing high-quality customer service in fast-paced environments. Skilled at multitasking, teamwork, and maintaining organized workflows. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and leadership in training and supporting team members. Committed to creating positive experiences and efficiently managing operational tasks.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner & Designer
Unnamed Stray
07.2025 - Current
- Design and create handmade jewelry, handling all aspects of marketing, sales, and customer engagement.
- Showcase products through photography, graphic design, and online platforms.
- Developed skills in branding, creative marketing strategies, and project management.
Barista
Starbucks
01.2021 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted with training new employees and maintaining store organization.
- Developed visually appealing product displays and suggested creative promotions.
- Strengthened teamwork, communication, and time management skills.
Shift Lead
Smoothie King
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed daily operations and led team members during shifts.
- Oversaw inventory, product presentation, and social media content ideas.
- Handled customer interactions with professionalism and problem-solving skills.
Education
BA - Art and Design, Concentration in Art History, Minor: Communication Studies
Louisiana State University (LSU)
Baton Rouge, LA06.2026
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Baton Rouge Community College
Baton Rouge, LA05-2021
Skills
- Design & Creative Tools: Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Canva, Lightroom, Premiere Pro (basic),
- Creative Skills: Photography, jewelry design, product styling, layout design, typography, visual storytelling, branding, color theory, digital illustration
- Marketing & Communication: Social media content creation, email campaigns, basic SEO knowledge, marketing strategy, copywriting, event promotion,
- Professional Skills: Leadership, teamwork, time management, organization, problem-solving, customer service, adaptability, project management
- Additional: Quick learner, strong attention to detail, creative thinking, collaboration in fast-paced environments
- Time management
- Friendly and outgoing
- Attention to detail
- Team player
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Owner & Designer
Unnamed Stray
07.2025 - Current
Barista
Starbucks
01.2021 - Current
Shift Lead
Smoothie King
01.2020 - 01.2021
BA - Art and Design, Concentration in Art History, Minor: Communication Studies
Louisiana State University (LSU)
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Baton Rouge Community College