Photographer, Culinary Arts, Conservation

Joshua Shearod Young

T: 678-***-****

E: **************@*****.***

W:Joshuashearod.com

Summary:

An explorative individual with a desire to learn and teach, as a way to bring about betterment in all facets. Creator of spaces which are open to acceptance and understanding of cultural, spiritual, and economic differences. On a constant mission to create lasting change in the world of connectivity through community engagement and outreach. Lifelong learner with the courage to be lead with a passion for creativity, inquisitiveness, and the desire to create realms of innovation.

Work Experience

Trees Atlanta 2017 Youth Tree Team Lead/Technician

Atlanta, GA

Lead group of students from various cultural, spiritual and economic backgrounds in setting and accomplishing obtainable goals

Worked alongside team members to educate and train students on proper techniques

Lead students in team-building activities which served to dismantle barriers created through classism

Shared with staff suggestions on more effective approach to communication

Lead volunteers in maintenance projects throughout neighborhoods stricken with various levels of poverty and wealth

Volunteered with staff in promoting awareness and welcoming space for guest attending Mayoral forum on green space

The Farmhouse at Serenbe 2016-2017 Garde Manger/ Cook Chattahoochee Hills, GA

Produced and assisted with creation of garde manger dishes in a seasonally driven farm-to-table restaurant critically acclaimed by Gourmet and Bon Appetite Magazines

Managed communication with servers, restaurant managers, dishwashers, line cooks, and sous chefs, and executive chef to ensure that all work was being done efficiently and properly

Developed new menu items for restaurant and catering menus with intense attention to detail on every step from initial product quality to final plate presentation

Monitored compliance with green initiatives set forth by Serenbe's New Urbanist Design

Assisted with catered events, including buffet, plated and family style service

Maintained organized and clean space to meet all standards

Gathered items requested by chefs from local farmers markets and distribution centers within city limits

Paragon 7 Art Studio/Gallery 2016 Internship Lead Gallery Assistant

Atlanta, GA

Worked alongside artist to best display various works of art based on theme of show

Created and coordinated gallery showcase timelines and structure for events

Communicating and building relationships with exhibition viewers

Assisted with advertising through various social media platforms such as (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Craigslist) to promote local talent and exhibition-related events

Created data system for past participates in order to organize and record information for gallery records

Opened space for discussion on methods of improving the to create lasting bonds with wide range of guest

Corresponded with artist via phone, email, and in-person visits

Organized methods of effective change alongside team members

Features in publications

Voyage ATL Magazine (2016)(Online)

Gallery Twenty-Two 2014(Gallery Showcase)

Gallery Twenty-two Skateboard show 2014(Gallery Showcase)

Carolina Style Magazine-2015(Online)

Spelman College 2016 (Online, Ad)

Picture Newspaper Vol V-Murmur 2017(Gallery Showcase, Print)

In living color 2017- 368 Ponce 2017 (Gallery Showcase)

99.X(Radio Station) Local artist showcase 2017(Showcase

Education

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts 2012 Tucker, GA

Associate of Occupational Science Degree

Le Cordon Bleu Diploma

Major: Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts

Degree Earned: April 2012

Internship:

Sandals Resort South Coast 2012 Whitehouse, Jamaica

Studied and prepared many different cuisines including Pan-Asian, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Parisian, Italian

Delivered exceptional food and service in high volume, all-inclusive setting

Proficient in all steps of restaurant service from inspecting ingredients for quality to final plate preparations

The Art Institute of Charlotte 2013-2015 Charlotte, NC

Associates of Applied Sciences Degree

The Art Institute of Charlotte Diploma

Major: Photography

Degree Earned: December 2015

Rewarded: Most Outstanding Portfolio

Internship:

Carolina STYLE Magazine 2014 – 2015 Charlotte, NC

Contributor

Met publishing deadlines

Interviewed clients about contribution to southern style

Wrote intriguing coverage pieces

Captured series of images used for print and online websites

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