Rachel Keady
Stay true to the dreams of thy youth- Herman Melville
Welcome!
I'm a senior at Claremont McKenna College studying literature, graduating Fall 2023. In the meantime I'm on a quest to take full advantage of my amazing classes, work *somewhat* diligently on my creative lit thesis, spend time with friends, and write.
This page is a slice of life, a creative portfolio, home to thesis updates over the year, and is sprinkled with my goals, dreams, thoughts, and jokes.
For the love of story
I'm a writer across many mediums. My passions for humor and connection lead me back and forth from life to the page. I'm currently involved in film projects with collaborators on and off campus, and looking for summer opportunities to learn about working in television writing and creative development.
Student film shorts
Caravaggio: a limited series
For my senior thesis, I am writing a creative literature thesis centered on the profound and profane exploits of the Italian Baroque painter, Caravaggio.
Currently:
Developing 8 episode arc
(408) 656-8261 • rkeady21@cmc.edu • LinkedIn
EDUCATION
Claremont McKenna College, Claremont, CA Dec 2023
Bachelor of Arts in Literature
• Awards: Berger Scholar, Logan Pardo Scholar
• Year Long Senior Thesis: Limited Television Script Series on Italian Baroque painter Caravaggio (in progress)
• Relevant Coursework: Screenwriting, Advanced Creative Writing, Critical Media Studies, Literature and Film
Adaptations, Global Film, Principles of Television Study, New York Times’ School of Education: Television
Writing, Video Art, Media and The Two
EXPERIENCE
Gar Woods Grill and Pier – Carnelian Bay, CA Jun 2020-Aug 2022
Food and beverage server
• Won first place in fall and winter sales contests by engaging in expert customer service and employee relations
• Implemented training for each new front of house employee as a senior staff member
• Mastered large table sections while supervising 2-3 additional sections
• Contributed to record sales in overall yearly, monthly, and weekly periods for restaurant during global pandemic
• Managed training for all employees for new restaurant location to ensure business and service standards
Marian Miner Cook Athenaeum – Claremont, CA Jan 2020- Present
Server, Maitre’d
• Oversaw staff and managed dinner services and special events
• Consulted on adapting Athenaeum procedures during and after Covid-19 to ensure efficiency and quality service
• Conducted training for staff as a senior server and MD, developing critical thinking and independence in new and
returning staff
• Worked to create positive and communicative environment
Dolce Spazio Dessert Cafe and Espresso Bar, Los Gatos, CA Jan 2018 – Jan 2020
Café shift lead
• Provided high quality dessert and espresso drinks with superior customer service and in-depth product knowledge
• Trained new employees on proper food handling techniques, store policies and procedures, etiquette
• Made bank deposits and managed and purchased retail and wholesale inventory
• Handled advanced requests from employees and customers, managed store’s needs
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE & ACTIVITIES
Member, Claremont Colleges Screenwriters Guild 2020- Present
Member, 5x5 Films 2022- Present
Staff Writer, The Golden Antlers 2019- Present
Global Coffee Culture Humanities Lab researcher, Gould Center 2021 –2022
Videographer and Student Advisory Board, Gould Center 2019 – 2020
Staff Writer, The Forum 2017 – 2020
SKILLS & INTERESTS
• Languages: Spanish (intermediate)
• Technical: Proficient in Python, Microsoft Office, Google Suite Apps, Adobe Premiere Pro
• Interests: Running, Sketch comedy and Improv, Art History, Backpacking, Baking, Coffee