Dia Caldwell
Chicago
Summary
I am a Music Business student with a strong interest in building community through shared passions and interests. I have worked in leadership positions and artist management for local chicago bands, working with event coordination and marketing. I possess strong computer literacy skills (excel, photoshop, powerpoint) with the capability of being trained in almost any entry level position.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Math Textbook Editor
Columbia College Chicago
02.2026 - Current
- I proofread new chapters of a developing math textbook for clarity and continuity
- I provide concise and constructive feedback to writers and staff from a student learner perspective
After School Counselor
Bessie Rowell Community Center
12.2024 - Current
- Responsible for leading educational time for kids, varying between math workbooks, writing and reading, and scientific discoveries
- I work with a variety of age groups, and have learned to adjust to different skill levels and strengths to ensure the educational growth and safety of students
Music Business Intern
Ambitious Entertainment
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Focused on sourcing Chicago artists and creatives for livestreams and music events hosted by Ambitious Entertainment
- I brainstormed and produced social media content for the organization and its artist partners
- I acted as a touchpoint of communication between music clients and programming at live events
- Through this internship, I built my interpersonal and communication skills and gained a rich sense of local talent in Chicago in various genres of music
Camp Counselor (Seasonal)
Bessie Rowell Community Center
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Responsible for coordinating activities and games with fellow counselors at a local rec center
- Led hands on creative and educational activities for campers ages K-7th
- Ensured the safety of campers on field trips and during physical activities/games
- Worked to create a balance between fun and safety for campers to enjoy their summer
Beach Lifeguard
Bessie Rowell Community Center
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Recognized and marked safe zones for campers at the camp's home beach as
well as on camp field trips to local state parks - Communicated efficiently with campers and counselors about potential safety
and discipline issues - Performed emergency first aid as needed
Camp Counselor (Seasonal)
Fair Haven Camps
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Worked with kids ages 8-17, that met for weeklong overnight programs
- I was responsible for taking care of my own cabin of kids as well as managing activities for campers such as canoeing and kayaking and outdoor games
- Built community with campers and counselors by encouraging strong discussions to help them connect with the world around them
- Adapted to new situations and learned quick problem solving skills in order to ensure the safety of campers
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
Fair Haven Camps
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Maintained kitchen sanitary regulations and washed dishes in a timely fashion to ensure dishware was stocked for each meal
- Transported needed ingredients for camp meals from pantry and freezer and assisted with prep cooking
Hotel Housekeeping
Best Western Plus Landmark Inn
06.2021 - 08.2021
- I was responsible for cleaning guest rooms and keeping them up to high standards
- Organized laundry and cleaning supplies to help all housekeepers clean rooms in a time efficient manner
- Kept hotel spaces clean
- Fulfilled hotel tenants housekeeping requests
Education
Music Business BA - Recorded And Publishing
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2028
High School Diploma -
Tilton Prep School
Tilton, NH05-2024
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer Literacy
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Event Coordination
- Guest services
- Childcare
Certification
- First Aid and Safety Certification, 2024
- Lifeguard Certification, 2024
Timeline
Math Textbook Editor
Columbia College Chicago
02.2026 - Current
Music Business Intern
Ambitious Entertainment
08.2025 - 12.2025
After School Counselor
Bessie Rowell Community Center
12.2024 - Current
Camp Counselor (Seasonal)
Bessie Rowell Community Center
06.2024 - 08.2025
Beach Lifeguard
Bessie Rowell Community Center
06.2024 - 08.2025
Camp Counselor (Seasonal)
Fair Haven Camps
06.2022 - 08.2023
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
Fair Haven Camps
06.2021 - 08.2023
Hotel Housekeeping
Best Western Plus Landmark Inn
06.2021 - 08.2021
Music Business BA - Recorded And Publishing
Columbia College Chicago
High School Diploma -
Tilton Prep School