Jayla Taft

My name is Jayla Taft and I am a incoming third-year student at the University of Arizona. I am majoring in Global Studies and Journalism and minoring in Business Administration and Latin American Studies. I am passionate about the intersection of global studies, journalism, and business and am excited to see where this path takes me

1. Graphics & Visual Design Lead – Chi Omega (AZCHIOMEGA)
   Jan 2025 – Present
   
   • Created promotional graphics for a 12k+ follower platform using Photoshop and Canva
   • Designed content for events including philanthropy and recruitment
      
2. Date Dash Chair – Chi Omega
   Jan 2024 – Dec 2024
   
   • Planned and organized large-scale events for up to 600 attendees
   • Coordinated with venues and vendors
   • Utilized spreadsheets, Photoshop, and forms for planning and communication
      
3. Student Ambassador – The Perfect Event, Inc.
   Jan 2025 – Present | Tucson, AZ (Hybrid)
   
   • Coordinated social events for 500+ students
   • Promoted the brand across the University of Arizona
   • Skills: Event Planning, Outreach, Sales Promotion
      
4. Writing Center Tutor – University of Arizona ThinkTank
   Aug 2024 – Present | Tucson, AZ
   
   • Provided one-on-one writing support
   • Gave feedback on grammar, structure, and argument development
   • Skills: Communication, Counseling, Interpersonal Skills
      
5. Group Lead – Kids Express
   Jan 2022 – Aug 2024 | Chandler, AZ
   
   • Supervised and guided children in educational settings
   • Developed leadership and child development strategies
   • Skills: Leadership, Problem Solving, Communication
      
6. Legal Intern – Virtus Law PLLC
   May 2024 – Jun 2024 | San Diego, CA
   
   • Drafted legal documents and conducted legal research
   • Supported attorneys in court prep and compliance reviews
   • Skills: Legal Research, Document Prep, Strategy
      
7. Sales Associate – Tillys
   Nov 2021 – Jan 2022 | Queen Creek, AZ
   
   • Assisted customers and managed retail transactions
   • Skills: Sales, Organization, Problem Solving

High School Diploma- Basha High School- 2019-2023

University of Arizona- 2023- 2027- Global Studies and Journalism Majors