Alissa Jackson

Grade 11

Phone:

330-456-7890

Email:

AlissaJ@gmail.com

Address:

500 Terry Francine Street
Massillon, OH 44646

A Bit About Me

Hi. I'm a junior at Jackson High School. My friends say I'm energetic, creative and ambitious. I just turned 17 in April and enjoy art, theater, and tennis. I love hanging out with my friends and making new friends. I have a deep passion for learning, my ultimate goal is to become an Art Director of a famous publication. I'm a member of the National Art Honor Societies at my high school chapter and participated in the State Championship last year. I have been also on my high school's debate team and have been helping to coach the underclassmen in debate strategies.

Something I'm Proud Of:

In April, I won the Jackson School District Artist Award for my project of Costume Design for Elizabeth Bennet from "Pride and Prejudice". I was very interested in learning about the Regency period of Great Britain. The costume reflects Elizabeth's character and the fashion of the era representing simplicity, elegance, and practicality, avoiding lavish details to mirror Elizabeth's sensible nature.

Junior Year (Class of 2025)

GPA: 4.0 unweighted, 4.5 weighted

Relevant Courses:

AP Studio Art
AP Art History
Theatre Arts
Advanced Acting
Music Theory
English Literature
US History
Algebra II
Chemistry

Art and Theatre Activities

Jackson High School Theatre
Lead Role in "Romeo and Juliet" (Spring 2023)
Supporting Role in "The Crucible" (Fall 2022)
Set Design Team Member (2022-Present)
Art Club
President (2023-Present)
Member (2021-Present)
Organized school-wide art exhibitions and community art projects
School Choir
Soprano (2021-Present)
Solo performance in annual winter concert (2022)

Awards and Honors

Best Actress Award, Jackson High School Theatre (2023)
Gold Key, Scholastic Art & Writing Awards (2023)
1st Place, Ohio State High School Art Competition (2022)
Outstanding Performance in Choir, Jackson High School (2022)

Volunteering Experience

Heart of Ohio Diaper Bank

Volunteer Coordinator (2022-Present)

Organized volunteer events and managed schedules for fellow students
Helped distribute supplies and assisted families in need
Community Art Outreach Program

Art Instructor (2021-Present)

Led art workshops for children in the community
Designed and implemented curriculum for various age groups

Internship Experience

Art Gallery Intern, Columbus Museum of Art, Columbus, OH (Summer 2023)

Assisted in the setup and organization of art exhibitions
Conducted guided tours for visitors and provided information on exhibits
Supported administrative tasks and event planning

Theatre Production Intern, Ohio Theatre, Columbus, OH (Summer 2022)

Worked closely with the production team on set design and construction
Assisted with costume design and stage management
Helped coordinate rehearsals and performances

Recommendations

I am delighted to recommend Alissa Jackson, a junior at Jackson High School in Massillon, Ohio. Alissa is an outstanding student who has consistently demonstrated academic excellence and a strong commitment to her extracurricular activities. She maintains an impressive 4.0 unweighted GPA and a 4.3 weighted GPA, excelling in a challenging course load that includes Advanced Placement (AP) Art History, AP Studio Art, Theatre Arts, Advanced Drama, and Music Theory.

In addition to her academic achievements, Alissa is actively involved in several school clubs and societies. She is a member of the Art Club, National Art Honor Society, Drama Club, and Jackson High School Choir. Her dedication to these activities is evident in her leadership roles and numerous awards. Alissa's artwork earned her 1st place in the painting category at the 2023 Ohio State High School Art Competition, and she received the Best in Show award at the 2023 Jackson Art Show. In theatre, Alissa's performances in lead roles such as Juliet in "Romeo and Juliet" and Abigail Williams in "The Crucible" earned her the Best Actress Award at the 2023 Ohio High School Theatre Festival.

Alissa's involvement in these activities, along with her academic achievements, showcases her exceptional time management skills, dedication, and passion for learning. She is a well-rounded student who excels in both her studies and her extracurricular pursuits.

Janet, Art Director

Career Exploration Goal

Junior Year Internship Goals

1. Local Art Gallery Internship:

Role: Gallery Assistant
Responsibilities: Assist with exhibit setup, manage visitor interactions, and support art events.
Skills Developed: Curatorial skills, public speaking, event planning.

2. Community Theatre Internship:

Role: Assistant to the Director
Responsibilities: Assist with directing plays, manage rehearsals, and help with set and costume design.
Skills Developed: Theatre production, leadership, teamwork.

Career Exploration Activities:

Attend local art and theatre workshops.
Network with professionals in the art and theatre fields.
Participate in school and community theatre productions.

Senior Year Internship Goals

1. Regional Museum Internship:

Role: Art Intern
Responsibilities: Curate exhibitions, conduct art workshops for visitors, and assist with museum events.
Skills Developed: Art curation, educational outreach, project management.

2. Professional Theatre Company Internship:

Role: Stage Management Intern
Responsibilities: Assist the stage manager, coordinate backstage activities, and oversee technical rehearsals.
Skills Developed: Stage management, technical theatre, problem-solving.

Career Exploration Activities:

Apply for college programs in art and theatre.
Create a professional portfolio of artwork and theatre performances.
Attend college fairs and art/theatre career seminars.

Freshman Year of College Internship Goals

1. University Art Department Internship:

Role: Art Program Assistant
Responsibilities: Help organize student art shows, manage art department social media, and support faculty projects.
Skills Developed: Marketing, event coordination, academic collaboration.

2. Summer Theatre Festival Internship:

Role: Production Assistant
Responsibilities: Assist with all aspects of theatre production, from rehearsals to performances, and work closely with directors and actors.
Skills Developed: Comprehensive theatre production experience, networking, time management.

Career Exploration Activities

Join college art and theatre clubs.
Participate in college theatre productions and art exhibitions.
Seek mentorship from professors and industry professionals.

Taking a Gap Year?

No.

Alissa Jackson

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