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Yana Edelen

Yana Edelen

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Los Angeles, Los Angeles

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About Yana Edelen:

Driven and creative UCLA student with a passion for storytelling through music and writing seeking a position as a journalist for an Arts and Entertainment outlet. Looking to apply my writing skills, strong musical background, and appreciation for music as a consumer to compose and publish dynamic content.

Experience

Daily Bruin Arts and Entertainment Writer  — September 2021 - Present

  • Conduct interviews with artists and secondary sources to write features on the artist’s work and their creative process
  • Write articles ranging from seasonal music previews, column pieces, and profiles on UCLA students and alumni
  • Trained to write in Daily Bruin publication style and strictly adhere to fast paced deadlines

Private Piano Instructor, Self Employed — December 2020 - Present

  • Explain and demonstrate music theory concepts and piano techniques one-on-one with students
  • Construct personalized lesson plans for clients that align with their musical preferences, learning style, and long term goals
  • Teach musical composition and improvisation exercises to help students explore their unique voice
  • Build rapport with clients by establishing a creative and open learning environment and advising students outside of class

Internship with Freelance Musician  — Spring 2019

  • Provided direct assistance to Erica Sipes with content curation for her social media promotions
  • Composed and published blog posts relating to music practice and performance, setting goals, and self development
  • Shadowed piano and cello lessons for students with varying experience levels

Piano Performance  — 2014 - Present

  • Perform in twelve or more events per year, including competitions, concerts, master classes, and as an accompanist at the Herb Alpert School of Music

Crisis Text Line Counselor — April 2020 - Present

  • Provide crisis intervention to texters worldwide through active listening, safety planning, and collaborative problem solving
  • Communicate directly with individuals seeking emotional support in high risk situations, with the goal of maintaining texter safety
  • Aid frequent texters experiencing life stressors or chronic mental health issues, using non judgmental positive regard to remind texters of their coping mechanisms and management plans

Education

University of California Los Angeles, 3.9 GPA — Psychology Major, Music Industry Minor

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