RACHEL GRIFFITH

Rock Hill, SC | (803) 200-3685 | griffithr6@winthrop.edu

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication-Concentration in Broadcast December 2024
Bachelor of Social Work GPA: 3.1
Winthrop University, Rock Hill, SC
• Minor in Marketing

WORK EXPERIENCE
Desk Host September 2020 - Present
Winthrop University Department of Residence Life, Rock Hill, SC
• Act as a good role model, and be knowledgeable of, enforce and follow Residence Life
and University policy, as well as state and federal laws.
• Maintain confidentiality with regards to Residence Hall policies, hall records and hall
incident reports.
• Fully and accurately complete all assigned office paperwork and procedures each shift.

Resident Assistant August 2021 - May 2023

Winthrop University Department of Residence Life, Rock Hill, SC
• Assisted in mediating in interpersonal problems between residents along with ensuring
the safety and security of the residence hall
• Collaborated closely with Residential Learning Coordinators and Residence Hall Director
to plan and coordinate educational programming for residence hall of 45 students.
• Maintained facilities by determining need for repairs and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Determined the need for facility maintenance and repair and notify appropriate personnel.

Starbucks Barista September 2019 - September 2021

Winthrop University Starbucks, Rock Hill, SC
• Provided excellent customer service by actively listening to customers and fulfilling up to
80 custom orders per shift with high degree of accuracy.
• Trained new baristas on all aspects of position, including crafting 40+ custom drinks
according to company standards
• Operated the cash register, collected payments, and provided accurate change.
• Maintained clean and organized workspace, enabling coworkers to locate resources and
products.

LEADERSHIP
Student Body Vice President August 2023 - Present
Winthrop University Council of Student Leaders, Rock Hill, SC
• Play a role in initiatives that enhanced the overall quality of campus life at Winthrop
University.
• Contribute to fostering unity among students through collaborative efforts within the
CSL.
Member - Political Action and Committee Service Committees September 2021 - Present
Winthrop University NAACP, Rock Hill, SC
• Coordinated and executed events such as forums, workshops, and seminars on important
social issues.
• Demonstrated a commitment to advancing social justice and equality through active
NAACP membership

Peer Mentor August 2023 – Present

Winthrop University First-Year Experience, Rock Hill, SC
• Co-teach two sections of ACAD 101 for 45+ students, meeting regularly with the course
instructor to review lesson plans and discuss at-risk students.
• Mentor students by providing guidance, fostering a supportive and engaging learning
environment, and sharing insights gained from my college experience.

Vice President of Administration April 2021 – Present

Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity, Rock Hill, SC
• Prepare transition into being premier principled business leaders.
• Attend resume workshops, professional dress programs, and other various professional
programming on campus and in our community.

President/Vice President/Marketing Chair August 2021 – August 2023

Winthrop University Student Alumni Council, Rock Hill, SC
• Manage and oversee all executive board and committee meetings and activities
• Ensure progress towards organizational goals by meeting regularly with alumni advisors
and creating/delivering progress reports to alumni board
• Assist with records management by recording/sharing meeting minutes, tracking
attendance, and maintaining organization of Google Drive.
• Coordinated all communications, marketing and advertising, and social media.

Volunteer (50 hours) September 2021 – Present

Hope of Rock Hill, Rock Hill, SC
• Volunteer to contribute to the well-being of local low-income residents by packaging
resources for their household.
• Successfully planned and executed a donation drive to restock the selves at the
organization including canned food goods and hygiene products.

SKILLS
• Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe (Lightroom, Photoshop, InDesign, Audition, Premiere
Pro), Final Cut Pro, Canva
• Photography
• Leadership and teamwork
• Multitasking
• Verbal and written communication
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Organization