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Ian McCallum

Naperville, IL • mccallum.ian@icloud.com • 773-706-3473
LinkedIn • Personal Website

Objective

Motivated high school junior with a passion for technology, entrepreneurship, and creative expression. Dedicated to leveraging technical expertise, leadership experience, and a strong work ethic to excel in challenging roles and achieve long-term professional goals.

Education

Metea Valley High School

Naperville, IL
Graduation Year: 2026 GPA: 3.86 (Unweighted) | 4.42 (Weighted)

Honors: Member of National Honor Society, Soccer Sportsmanship Award

AP Courses: AP European History, AP Psychology, AP U.S. History, AP English 3

Additional Coursework: Honors Spanish

Skills

  • Fast learner
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated
  • Strong work ethic
  • People-oriented
  • Enthusiastic

Work Experience

Target

June 2024 – Present

Food Department Team Member

  • Delivered excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.
  • Stocked shelves, managed inventory, and maintained department organization.
  • Developed strong interpersonal and multitasking abilities.

Youth Soccer Referee

2021 – Present

Self-Employed

  • Officiated youth soccer games, enhancing decision-making and conflict resolution skills.
  • Built confidence and managed high-pressure situations to ensure fair gameplay.

Entrepreneurial and Technical Projects

Beat the Clock - Automation Consulting Agency

December 2024 – Present

Founder

  • Created a service to help businesses streamline operations using tools like Zapier and Make.
  • Exploring artificial intelligence integration with technologies like ChatGPT and Cursor.ai to enhance efficiency.

Vokel - YouTube Channel and Twitch Stream

2019 – 2021

Creator

  • Grew a gaming-focused YouTube channel to nearly 500 subscribers and achieved Twitch Affiliate status.
  • Developed advanced video editing and content creation skills using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.

Technical Skills

Programming Languages: HTML, CSS, JavaScript

Technology Tools: Zapier, Make, ChatGPT, Cursor.ai

Creative Tools: Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, After Effects

Leadership and Extracurricular Activities

UNICEF Club at Metea Valley High School

Advisory Member

  • Designed social media content and marketing campaigns to support fundraising initiatives for children in need.

JV Soccer Team

Player

  • Contributed to team success with dedication and strong sportsmanship, earning the Soccer Sportsmanship Award.

National Honor Society

Member

  • Recognized for academic excellence, leadership, and community service.

Hobbies and Interests

  • Weightlifting: Developing physical and mental discipline through regular fitness training.
  • Photography & Photo Editing: Capturing and editing visuals using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop to create stunning, storytelling imagery.
  • Fishing: Exploring nature and enjoying serene outdoor experiences rooted in childhood traditions.

Achievements

  • Earned Soccer Sportsmanship Award for exemplary conduct on and off the field.
  • Maintained a 3.86 unweighted and 4.3 weighted GPA while balancing extracurricular activities.
  • Began cryptocurrency investments at age 12, gaining early financial literacy.
  • Edited videos for a YouTube creator with over 2,000 subscribers.

References

Available upon request.

Download CV (PDF)