RESUME

Jay Valdez

Charlotte, NC

jpablovaldeza@gmail.com | (336) 465-8638

EDUCATION

University of North Carolina at Charlotte — Charlotte, NC

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

May 2025

  • Honors: Chancellor’s List (All semesters)

  • Relevant Coursework: Political Science Methods, Public Opinion, American Government, Media and Politics

RESEARCH & ACADEMIC PROJECTS

Social Media and Political Trust Research

UNC Charlotte — Jan 2024 to May 2024

  • Used R programming to analyze how social media influences trust in government.

  • Co-authored a research report on digital political engagement and presented findings to peers and faculty.

  • Collaborated in a team to translate data into actionable insights for academic and professional audiences.

Public Opinion and Media Framing Study

UNC Charlotte — Jan 2024 to May 2024

  • Analyzed public reactions to key political events through social media trends and discourse analysis.

  • Evaluated media impact on public sentiment using engagement metrics and thematic patterns.

  • Presented findings on political polarization and digital activism.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Chipotle Mexican Grill — Asheboro, NC

Service Leader | Feb 2025 – Present

  • Lead shifts of 8-10 employees, managing fast-paced operations and maintaining team productivity.

  • Train new hires, implement onboarding procedures, and enhance service performance.

  • Enforce safety protocols and food quality standards, contributing to a 20% drop in errors.

Kitchen Leader | Dec 2024 – Feb 2025

  • Supervised kitchen staff, resolved operational issues, and ensured food prep efficiency.

  • Improved inventory control and reduced food waste by 15%.

  • Strengthened compliance with food safety regulations.

Crew Member | May 2024 – Dec 2024

  • Prepared food and maintained service speed during peak hours.

  • Delivered quality customer service and upheld cleanliness and safety standards.

SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS

  • Research & Analysis: R programming, content analysis, data visualization

  • Media & Technology: Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, social media tools, AI platforms

  • Languages: Spanish (Intermediate proficiency)

  • Certification: ServSafe Certified (Valid through Nov 2027)