Ashley Chang

Experience

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  Exploretech.la

  Oct 2021 - Apr 2023

  • Led a team of 8 members, overseeing their performance and conducted regular check-ins to monitor progress, address challenges, and provide guidance and support.• Organized and maintained an organized Google Drive with shared documents, including schedules, vendor contacts, and event plans.• Worked closely with the CS Department and UCLA SOLE office to order necessary items, securing funding for the event.• Collaborated with ASUCLA to reserve appropriate event venues and coordinate event logistics.• Maintained the event budget, monitoring expenses and ensuring financial targets were met.• Identified potential risks and challenges in the event planning process and developed contingency plans to mitigate them. Show less • Collaborate with ASUCLA Catering to plan and coordinate catering services• Work closely with catering representatives to finalize menu options, quantities, and dietary restrictions.• Manage budget allocation for catering expenses, ensuring optimal utilization of resources.• Organize and assign volunteers into shifts, considering event needs and ensuring proper coverage.• Work out the day-of schedule, communicating assignments and expectations to volunteers.• Manage the volunteer group chat, providing information, answering questions, and addressing concerns promptly. Show less

  • Operations Director

    May 2022 - Apr 2023

  • Operations Member

    Oct 2021 - Apr 2022
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  Openmind Communications

  Sept 2022 - now

  Event Staff

  Contract worker as an event staff for large-scale events in Los Angeles, working for multiple different Korean companies and organizations such as Mnet, Jinro, and Hyundai.• Engage with target audiences through in-person interactions to encourage survey participation.• Monitor survey progress and submit daily progress reports on data collection.• Coordinate and manage a gift program to incentivize survey participation.• Promote company products such as the IONIQ 5 and 6, helping to answer questions. Show less

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  UCLA

  Nov 2022 - Jun 2023

  UCLA Quarantine and Isolation Front Desk Worker

  • Manage front desk operations for the quarantine and isolation facility, including answering phone calls and messages from individuals seeking admission.• Utilize reservation systems, such as Opera and Google Sheets, to facilitate check-ins, manage room availability, and maintain accurate records.• Use Unity software to generate key cards, providing secure access to assigned rooms.• Answer questions on the 24/7 resident hotline, offering guidance and support to individuals in quarantine.• Collaborate with the nearby Ashe Center, communicating resident needs and coordinating COVID-19 assistance. Show less

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  LA-Tech.org

  Feb 2023 - May 2023

  IT Academy Powered by Microsoft Scholar

  • Engaged in a 12-week online program focused on cybersecurity, IT help desk, and systems administration.• Completed technical certifications to enhance technical proficiency.• Collaborated with fellow scholars to create a comprehensive infrastructure for a simulated company.• Utilized AWS (Amazon Web Services) to set up two virtual machines (VMs) to simulate the company's IT environment.

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  Korean Cultural Centre

  Jun 2023 - Jul 2023

  Librarian/Receptionist

  • Manage and track over 25,000 library books.• Developed and implemented efficient inventory management strategies, utilizing Excel spreadsheets.• Check-in and check-out books for library visitors.• Monitor security cameras and enforce library policies to maintain a safe and secure environment• Perform receptionist duties, including answering phone calls, greeting visitors, and maintaining visitor logs.

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  Epicenter for Action Research at UCLA

  Apr 2024 - now

  UX Design Intern
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  Bruin Bites Food Magazine

  Apr 2024 - now

  Layout and Design Member
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  Kardder

  Apr 2024 - now

  UI/UX Design Intern