Kazeem Kotun

Deliver high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment, preparing beverages and handling transactions with efficiency and accuracy. Maintain a clean, organized workspace to ensure compliance with health and safety standards. Build rapport with customers and teammates, contributing to a positive and welcoming store atmosphere.

Barista at Starbucks (2025-09 – Present)

• Deliver high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment, preparing beverages and handling transactions with efficiency and accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Build rapport with customers and teammates, contributing to a positive and welcoming store atmosphere.

On Air Talent at WRHU 88.7FM (2025-02 – Present)

• Contributed as a reporter on WRHU's Queerly Informed podcast, delivering in-depth LGBTQ+ news and analysis on topics such as anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, asylum policies, and cultural representation.
• Collaborated with a diverse team of queer journalists, producing weekly episodes that reached a broad audience through live radio broadcasts and digital platforms like Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
• Enhanced public discourse on LGBTQ+ issues by researching, scripting, and presenting stories that highlighted underrepresented voices and current events within the community.

Sales Associate at Best Buy (2024-10 – 2025-02)

• Provided personalized customer service by assessing needs and recommending products and services.
• Assisted customers with credit card applications, financing options, and promotions to increase sales.
• Managed inventory, merchandising, and store displays to improve customer experience.

Senior Video Editor at WANT-TV (2023-09 – 2024-07)

• Led a team of editors and production assistants to deliver high-quality short films and video projects under tight deadlines.
• Oversaw the full post-production process, including editing, color correction, sound design, and final delivery.
• Collaborated with directors and producers to shape creative vision, ensuring alignment with brand and storytelling goals.

Barista Trainer at Target (2022-07 – 2024-08)

• Trained and mentored new baristas on beverage preparation, customer service, and store operations.
• Oversaw daily operations of the in-store café, ensuring compliance with company standards.
• Recognized for leadership and teamwork by fostering a supportive and efficient work environment.

High School Diploma – Franklin High School

Biology Major with a Minor in Radio, Television, and Film – Hofstra University (2024-08 – 2028-05)