Ava Madlock

Motivated and creative high school 2026 graduate with experience in leadership, teamwork, customer interaction, volunteer service, digital design, and event support. Strong communication and problem-solving skills with experience working independently and in group environments. Eager to contribute, learn quickly, and build professional experience. Seeking an entry-level position providing quality retail customer service in a team-oriented environment.

Volunteer at Shepherd's Table Soup Kitchen (2026 – Present)

• Prepared trays of food and distributed cups of water for guests
• Assisted in cleanup after food was served

Volunteer for Art Sale at Wakefield High School (2025 – 2025)

• Created original digital artwork for Wakefield High School Art Sale - donated all proceeds to the Trevor Project, a nonprofit dedicated to suicide prevention in LGBTQ+ youth

Volunteer at Community Health Coalition for Durham and NC Communities (2025 – 2025)

• Assisted at Youth Mental Health Summit by handing out literature and guides, monitored youth groups during recreation and art activities
• Assisted at Talk Back Tuesdays, Mental Health Child and Adult

Junior Fellow and Floater Counselor at Girls Make Games Raleigh Campus (2024 – 2024)

• Assisted and provided technical support for middle schoolers in creating their own video game during summer camp using Construct 3 software

Youth Leadership member and volunteer at North Carolina Asian Americans Together (2022 – 2025)

• Member of the Youth Leadership Summit conference annually since 2022
• Explored with members common themes like alienation amongst peers and underdeveloped Asian representation in education
• Made plans for Asian American advocacy through voter registration recruitment and involving the community
• Volunteered at events such as the Asian American Common Roots Festival in Raleigh and Spring Daze in Cary, assisting with vendor set up and guiding participants during festivities

High School Diploma – Wakefield High School (2022 – 2026)

Dual-Enrollment – Wake Tech Community College (2022 – 2026)